Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs

How much Tuberose Fragrance Oil should I use per pound of candle wax?

Start at 5% to 7%. Tuberose is one of the strongest florals and becomes overwhelming above 8%, especially in small rooms. Check your wax maximum load first.

Why does tuberose smell slightly rubbery?

That is the flower. Real tuberose absolute has a faint rubbery, almost medicinal edge that perfumers prize because it makes the scent feel alive. It softens after twenty minutes and blends into the creamy base.

How long should I cure a tuberose candle?

Soy two weeks, coconut seven to ten days, paraffin two days. Heavy florals need the full cure or they smell sharp and top-heavy.

Does it contain real tuberose absolute?

No. Tuberose absolute costs several thousand dollars per kilo, so a candle-priced oil cannot include it. This is an accord built to reproduce the narcotic white-floral character.

Can I use it in perfume?

Yes, and it is a strong choice for a white floral fragrance. Use 1% to 10% as a starting range; at 15% to 20% it becomes a true tuberose soliflore. Check the IFRA certificate for your category.

Does Tuberose discolor soap?

Slight cream to pale yellow. There is only a little vanilla in the blend, so the bar stays light compared with gourmand oils.

Is tuberose too strong for a general audience?

It is polarising. Customers who love white florals adore it; others find it heavy. Position it as a luxury or evening scent rather than a everyday fresh floral.

When does it sell?

Spring and summer for weddings and floral collections, and it holds in winter as an evening scent. It sells well in gift sets.

What does it blend with?

Jasmine, orange blossom, gardenia and vanilla all extend the white floral theme. A citrus top lightens it; sandalwood deepens it.

Can I use it in lotion?

Yes, 0.5% to 2%. It reads stronger on skin than in wax, so start low. Patch test before selling.

Does it accelerate trace in soap?

Mild. Heavy florals can speed trace slightly, so soap cooler and stir by hand after adding.

How should I store it?

Sealed, out of sunlight. Unopened two to three years; opened about a year. The green top fades first, leaving a creamier floral.