Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs

How much Lush Saffron Fragrance Oil for Perfume & Candles fragrance oil should I use per pound of candle wax?

Most makers start between 6% and 10% by weight of wax. For one pound (16 oz) of wax that works out to roughly 0.96 to 1.6 oz of fragrance oil. Check your wax supplier's maximum load first, because base paraffin, container soy and coconut blends all hold different amounts. Lush Saffron Fragrance Oil for Perfume & Candles behaves well at 8%, which is a sensible first test.

Why does my candle smell weak, and how do I fix it with this fragrance oil?

Four causes cover almost every weak candle: too little fragrance, the oil added at the wrong temperature, a wick too small to melt to the edge of the jar, or a cure that was cut short. Add Lush Saffron Fragrance Oil for Perfume & Candles at 180 to 185°F, stir for two full minutes, size the wick to the vessel, and cure before judging. Adding more oil than the wax can hold does not help; it seeps out instead.

How long should I cure a candle before judging the scent?

Give soy one to two weeks, coconut blends seven to ten days, and paraffin about 48 hours. Fragrance needs that time to bind with the wax, and a candle tested too early reads weaker than it will later. This matters more with a base-heavy scent like Lush Saffron Fragrance Oil for Perfume & Candles, where the fir and cedarwood are the part that develops last.

Is Lush Saffron Fragrance Oil for Perfume & Candles a fragrance oil or an essential oil?

It is a fragrance oil, not an essential oil. It is built from aroma materials to hold one specific accord consistently from batch to batch, rather than distilled or pressed from a single plant. That is also why it can carry notes no single botanical contains, such as the saffron and jasmine opening over fir.

What does the 207°F flash point mean?

Flash point is the temperature at which the oil gives off enough vapor to ignite briefly if a flame is present. Lush Saffron Fragrance Oil for Perfume & Candles is 207°F (97°C) closed cup, which is high for a fragrance oil and leaves comfortable working room in melted wax. It is not a measure of scent strength, and a high flash point does not make the oil non-flammable.

Where can I find the IFRA certificate and safety data sheet?

Ask us and we will send both before you order: the IFRA certificate covering the categories this scent is cleared for, and the safety data sheet for the batch. If you need them for a formulation review or for retail compliance, tell us the application and we will point you to the right category.

Does Lush Saffron smell medicinal?

No, but it is a fine line with saffron. Here the jasmine and amber keep it warm and slightly leathery rather than sharp or clinical. If you want the saffron forward, use the upper end of the range.

Is it a masculine or feminine scent?

It sits in the middle and reads warm and sophisticated either way. The saffron and woods give it a slightly masculine weight, while the jasmine keeps it floral.

Will the fir note dominate?

No. The fir and cedarwood sit in the base as a dry, coniferous lift rather than a pine-forward note. They keep the warmth grounded without turning it into a forest scent.

Does it work in soy candles?

Yes. The resinous base carries well through a hot throw, and it is a good fit for evening or winter candles. The 207°F flash point leaves comfortable working room.

Can I blend it with vanilla?

Yes, it deepens well. A little vanilla rounds the amber and jasmine, but keep the saffron the lead or the blend loses its edge. Test in your medium.

How does it behave in soap?

It holds at 2% to 5% with no notable acceleration. The ambergris, fir and cedarwood are the notes that survive a cure, so judge the final character after four to six weeks.