8 Ways How to Get the Best Scent Throw in Soy Candles
Soy candles are celebrated for their clean and long-lasting burn, making them a popular choice for those seeking a more natural option in home fragrance. At Scents and Suds Sanctuary, we specialize in crafting soy candles that not only smell wonderful but also provide excellent scent throw. Here are eight key factors to help you get the most out of your soy candles.
1. Jar Size (Diameter)
The size of your soy candle’s jar impacts the size of the wax melt pool. A larger jar diameter allows for a broader melt pool, which is crucial for effective fragrance release, especially in larger spaces.
2. Location (Room Size)
The size and ventilation of the room play a significant role in scent distribution. For larger rooms, consider using multiple soy candles or larger jars to ensure the fragrance fills the space evenly.
3. Proper Wicking
Choosing the right wick for soy wax is essential as soy wax is denser than paraffin. A well-sized wick ensures an adequate melt pool and effective scent throw without causing the candle to burn too quickly or slowly.
4. Wax Type
Soy wax is renowned for its clean and environmentally friendly burn, but it's also known for its more subtle scent throw compared to paraffin. This subtlety is due to soy wax's lower melting point, which affects how fragrance oils evaporate and disperse into the air. To compensate for this, it’s advisable to use the maximum amount of fragrance oil that the soy wax can hold without compromising the candle's structural integrity. Typically, soy wax can incorporate about 6% to 10% fragrance oil by weight, though this can vary based on the specific wax blend's characteristics.
5. Fragrance Quality
High-quality fragrance oils are vital, especially for soy candles, as they need to be compatible with the natural characteristics of soy wax to achieve the best scent throw.
6. Fragrance Load
Soy wax can typically hold a lower percentage of fragrance oil than paraffin. Optimizing the fragrance load without overpowering the wax’s natural burning characteristics is key to creating a balanced and pleasant aroma.
7. Process and Consistency
Maintaining consistent temperature when melting and pouring soy wax, as well as the timing of adding fragrance oils, plays a significant role in the final quality of your soy candles. Too hot, and you may burn off some of the fragrance; too cool, and the oil might not mix thoroughly.
8. Cure Time
Allowing soy candles to cure for an appropriate period can enhance their scent throw. A good rule of thumb is to let soy candles cure for at least 1-2 weeks before use.
Conclusion
By understanding and controlling these factors, you can significantly improve the performance of your soy candles. We at Scents and Suds Sanctuary are dedicated to providing you with the finest soy candles that enrich your home with subtle, pleasing fragrances. Explore our unique selection of soy candles here and find the perfect addition to your home fragrance collection.