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Candle Fragrance Load Calculator
Measurement Unit
Ounces (oz)
Grams (g)
Number of Candles
Wax Weight per Candle
Fragrance Load (%)
Calculate Recipe
Total Wax Needed:
Fragrance Oil Needed (Total):
Oil Per Candle:
Total Batch Weight:
How to Calculate Candle Fragrance Load
Achieving the perfect "scent throw" in candle making is a balance of science and art. The fragrance load is the percentage of fragrance oil relative to the weight of the wax. Most candle makers use a fragrance load between 6% and 10%, though some waxes can hold up to 12%.
The industry standard formula for calculating fragrance oil weight is:
Fragrance Oil Weight = (Weight of Wax) × (Fragrance Load Percentage / 100)
For example, if you are making one 8oz candle with a 10% fragrance load:
8oz (Wax) × 0.10 (Load) = 0.8oz of Fragrance Oil.
Total weight of the candle mixture = 8.8oz.
Recommended Fragrance Loads by Wax Type
Wax Type
Standard Load
Max Load
Soy Wax (Container)
6% – 10%
12%
Paraffin Wax
3% – 6%
10%
Coconut Wax
8% – 12%
12%
Beeswax
5% – 8%
10%
Key Tips for Better Scent Throw
Flash Point: Always check the flash point of your fragrance oil, though it matters more for shipping safety than for scent binding.Temperature: Add your fragrance oil to the wax at approximately 185°F (85°C). This ensures the oil binds properly with the wax molecules.Stirring: Stir gently but thoroughly for at least 2 minutes to ensure the fragrance is evenly distributed.Cure Time: Soy candles generally need 1-2 weeks to "cure" for the best cold and hot scent throw.
function calculateFragrance() {
var unit = document.getElementById("unit").value;
var vesselCount = parseFloat(document.getElementById("vesselCount").value);
var waxPerCandle = parseFloat(document.getElementById("waxPerCandle").value);
var fragranceLoad = parseFloat(document.getElementById("fragranceLoad").value);
var resultsDiv = document.getElementById("results");
if (isNaN(vesselCount) || isNaN(waxPerCandle) || isNaN(fragranceLoad) || waxPerCandle <= 0) {
alert("Please enter valid positive numbers for all fields.");
return;
}
// Calculations
var totalWaxWeight = vesselCount * waxPerCandle;
var totalOilWeight = totalWaxWeight * (fragranceLoad / 100);
var oilPerCandle = totalOilWeight / vesselCount;
var totalBatchWeight = totalWaxWeight + totalOilWeight;
// Formatting outputs
document.getElementById("totalWax").innerText = totalWaxWeight.toFixed(2) + " " + unit;
document.getElementById("totalOil").innerText = totalOilWeight.toFixed(2) + " " + unit;
document.getElementById("oilPer").innerText = oilPerCandle.toFixed(2) + " " + unit;
document.getElementById("totalBatch").innerText = totalBatchWeight.toFixed(2) + " " + unit;
// Displaying results
resultsDiv.style.display = "block";
}