Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs

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

Start at 6% to 8%. Sweet fruity accords read strong and can become cloying above 9%, especially in small rooms. Check your wax maximum load first.

Why does my strawberry candle smell artificial?

Strawberry aroma materials naturally lean candy-like, and this accord is designed that way. If it smells medicinal rather than candy, the load is probably too high or the candle has not cured. Keep it at 7% and cure two weeks.

How long should I cure this candle?

Soy one to two weeks, coconut seven to ten days, paraffin two days. Fruity tops settle during cure and the candy middle becomes smoother.

Is it a fragrance oil?

Yes. There is no strawberry essential oil, and candy floss certainly has none. The accord is built from aroma materials for consistency and safety.

Can I use it in lip balm?

Only if the IFRA certificate covers oral care categories. Most fragrance oils are not intended for lip products. Ask us for the certificate and confirm the category before using it anywhere near the mouth.

Does Strawberry Candy discolor soap?

Yes, expect a pink to tan tint depending on your recipe. The fruit materials and vanilla both contribute. It often looks intentional in a fruity bar.

Is it suitable for children products?

The scent appeals to children, but suitability depends on the product and the IFRA category, not the scent alone. Follow the certificate limits and local regulations for children products.

When does it sell?

Spring and summer, and it peaks around Valentine and Easter. It also sells well in year-round candy collections.

What does it blend with?

Vanilla, cream, lemon and raspberry all work. A little musk makes it more wearable for adults; more vanilla turns it into a strawberry milkshake.

Is it too sweet for adult customers?

It is deliberately sweet, but the lemon and raspberry give it enough tartness to appeal beyond children. Position it as nostalgic rather than childish.

Does it accelerate trace?

Mild, typical of sweet fruity accords. Soap cooler and stir by hand after adding.

How should I store it?

Sealed, out of sunlight. Unopened two years; opened about a year. The strawberry top fades first, leaving a softer candy scent.