Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs

How much Sweet Orange Wafers Fragrance Oil should I use per pound of candle wax?

Start at 6% to 9%. Gourmands often read stronger than their load suggests, so test 7% before going higher. Check your wax supplier maximum first.

Why does the orange note disappear from my candle?

Citrus tops are volatile and burn off first, especially at high temperatures. Cure fully, add at 180 to 185 F, and accept that the waffle and vanilla will outlast the fruit. That is the natural shape of a citrus gourmand.

How long should I cure this candle?

Soy one to two weeks, coconut seven to ten days, paraffin two days. Bakery accords need the full cure to lose their raw edge and develop the butter note.

Is it a fragrance oil?

Yes, a fragrance oil. Waffle and butter notes do not exist in essential oils, and sweet orange essential oil alone would fade within minutes. The blend holds the bakery character in wax.

Does Sweet Orange Wafers discolor soap?

Yes, expect a cream to tan tint, sometimes deeper because of the vanilla and tonka. Plan a warm-coloured bar or use a vanilla stabilizer.

Is it too sweet for customers who dislike gourmands?

The orange and bergamot give it a lift that plain vanilla-caramel scents lack, so it appeals to some non-gourmand customers. If you want it drier, blend 20% with a plain sandalwood or cedar.

When does it sell?

Fall and winter for the bakery side, and spring for the citrus side. It works year round in kitchen-themed collections.

What does it blend with?

Vanilla, caramel, coffee and cinnamon all extend the dessert theme. A drop of neroli or orange blossom makes it more elegant.

Can I use it in body butter and lotion?

Yes, 0.5% to 2% in leave-on products. Patch test, and note that bakery accords can smell stronger on skin than in wax.

Does it accelerate trace in soap?

Mild to moderate, typical of vanilla-forward gourmands. Soap cooler and stir by hand after adding the fragrance.

Does it work well in wax melts?

Very well. The heavy vanilla and tonka base gives melts a long throw, often six to eight hours per cube at 8%.

How should I store it?

Sealed, away from light and heat. Unopened two to three years; opened about a year. The orange top fades first, leaving a warmer bakery scent.