How is this lemongrass oil used in scented candles and home fragrance?
Lemongrass oil performs very well in candles and home fragrance because it is non-phototoxic and holds a strong, fresh lemon statement even when diluted in wax. Recommended dosage: 2-5% of the wax weight for candles and melts, 3-10% for reed diffuser concentrates, and 1-5% for incense. The bright citral survives the wax process well when added at the cool-down stage.
Candle & Home Fragrance Use
| Product | Recommended dosage | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Soy / coconut wax candle | 2 - 5% of wax weight | Add at 55-60°C cool-down |
| Paraffin candle | 2 - 4% | Strong throw, clean burn |
| Wax melt / tart | 3 - 6% | High hot-throw |
| Reed diffuser concentrate | 3 - 10% | In DPG/ethanol carrier |
| Incense / cone | 1 - 5% | Blend into powder binder |
| Room spray | 1 - 3% | With solubiliser in water |
- IFRA Class 12 (non-skin, candles) allows 10-100% — the 2-5% candle dose is comfortably compliant
- Citral oxidises in light: package candles in UV-protected wraps and keep the finished product cool and dark
- The classic candle pairing is lemongrass + cedarwood + sweet orange (3:2:2) for a fresh, woody citrus profile
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This article was published on 2026-09-07, and last updated on 2026-09-07. The article will be continuously updated.
