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Fragrance Oil

Explore our in-depth Candle Fragrance Oil Guide to elevate your candle-making experience. Uncover the secrets to selecting, blending, and using the perfect fragrance oils for creating captivating, aromatic candles that delight the senses.

How can I smell your fragrance oils before I purchase?

We absolutely recognize that the investment in fragrance can be daunting, especially with them being final sale items. It's for this reason that we offer all of our fragrances in multiple sizes, including a 30ml sample size, which we recommend that c

Can I buy fragrance oil in bulk?

All of our oils can be purchased in 25lb drums upon request - please be sure to visit our Wholesale Candle-Making Supplies Page for details regarding our bulk purchasing options and process. Drums are produced to order, and are subject to a 3-4 week

I don't like the smell of the fragrance oil I bought, can I return/exchange/get a refund for it?

Returns are not permitted on fragrance oils, essential oils or essential oil blends due to the ability to compromise their integrity. Everyone has different preferences when it comes to fragrances, as well as their own idea of what something should s

Are your fragrance oils vegan and cruelty free?

Our suppliers confirm that the products and ingredients and their component parts in all of our Exclusive Fragrance oils are cruelty-free. They comply with the requirement of the Corporate Standard of Compassion for Animals and they have not been tes

What is a "Flashpoint" and how does it relate to candles?

Flashpoint is the lowest temperature at which the vapor of a combustible liquid can be made to ignite momentarily in air. How this relates to candles: The flashpoint refers to the temperature fragrance oil would have to be in order to catch fire when

What are Phthalates?

‘Phthalates’ is the name of a group of chemicals that have multiple uses. Within the group, there are different types of phthalates that are used for different purposes, one of which is commonly used in fragrance oils. Products that include phthalate

What are parabens?

Parabens are preservatives used in water-based products like lotions and creams so they are not found in any of our fragrance oils or waxes.

Why isn't my 450ml bottle filled to the top?

When you order a 450 ml bottle of our fragrance oil, it is not filled all the way to the top because the bottles we use actually hold 500 ml. Here's an accurate description of what your 450ml bottle should look like:. Please also note that the oil is

Why are some bottles of the same fragrance darker/different colour than others?

Many fragrance oils contain ingredients that react to air and light, causing them to darken or change colour as they oxidize. This should not affect the fragrance potency or scent itself, although it may affect the colour of your candles if you are n

What is an SDS sheet?

A safety data sheet (SDS) is a document that provides in-depth information about a fragrance oil. It is required by Health Canada that a fragrance oil supplier must provide every customer with the SDS sheets for each fragrance oil they purchase. An S

Can I request an IFRA or SDS for a fragrance before purchase?

Absolutely! We're working on having direct links to the SDS and IFRA documents available on all of our product pages, but in the meantime, here's a link to a Fragrance Oil list that features direct links to all the documents we have available, in bot

What does it mean when a fragrance is 'reformulated'?

Throughout the years, we have continually adapted our product line to align with evolving market conditions and regulatory standards. Our commitment to delivering exceptional fragrances remains unwavering, and we strive to seamlessly replicate belove

What kind of considerations should I take with oils that have low flashpoints?

Some of our oils feature flashpoints that are relatively low in comparison most recommended wax melting points, and some consideration should be made when using these fragrances to ensure greatest success. An example of a fragrance with a low flashpo