How should the oil be used in scented candles and home fragrance?

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For candles, use 3–6% oil per wax weight, added at 85–90°C after wax melting, with continuous stirring for even dispersion; it also works well in reed diffusers, incense and wax melts at comparable rates. Home Fragrance Guidance ProductUsageTipScented candle3–6% of waxAdd at 85–90°C, stir wellReed diffuser5–10% in diffuser baseBlend with alcohol/DPGWax melt5–8% of waxSame dosing logic as candlesIncensePer formulaSmall amounts for herbal nuanceHigher rates (up to 8%) work for cold-throw prominence but watch flash point and IFRA limits. The cooling-herbal character gives candles a distinctive spa signature that stands out against generic floral candles.Tell us your wax type and target throw, and we will recommend the exact loading rate for your formulation.

Product	Usage	Tip
Scented candle	3–6% of wax	Add at 85–90°C, stir well
Reed diffuser	5–10% in diffuser base	Blend with alcohol/DPG
Wax melt	5–8% of wax	Same dosing logic as candles
Incense	Per formula	Small amounts for herbal nuance

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