Scented candles can help improve our mood, so it’s a great idea to use them from time to time. However, using a candle is just as crucial if you want it to last for an appropriate amount of time. If you’re looking to maximize the scent of your candle, here are some tips and tricks to get started.
Add some fragrance oil
A good rule of thumb when you want to enhance the scent of a candle is to add some fragrance oil. Only a few drops can help strengthen your candle’s scent very quickly. Ideally, you want to start with a drop or two, then add more as you go along, depending on your needs. The thing to note here is that you want your melted wax not to have a very high temperature, since fragrance oils don’t mix that well when that happens.
Picking the right candle
Some candles are known to have a better, longer-lasting scent. A good idea is to opt for soy wax or coconut candles, as those have a very powerful scent. In general, candles with a solid wax topare the ones that will give you the best possible scent.
Go for larger candles
The candle size will affect your scent as well. That’s why it makes sense to find an appropriate candle size that fits your room very well. What you will notice is that larger candles with multiple wicks are suitable for an open plan kitchen or a living room. The ones with a single wick are good for a bedroom or smaller room. If you want a stronger scent, then a larger candle will do the trick.
Avoid any breezes in your room
If you have any type of breeze in your room, this can have a negative impact on the scent of your candle. Not only that, but any breezes will lead to uneven burning, a shorter burning time and smoke as well.
Trim the wick before lighting it
We recommend trimming the wick to 1/8 inches before you light it. Doing so helps promote a steady flame and you will also have a much better flow. It might even help you limit the wick mushrooming too.
Conclusion
All these tips and ideas will make it easier for you to maximize the scent of your candle naturally and with great results. There will always be challenges as you try to enhance the scent of your candles, but if you try these ideas, you will have a much easier time achieving such a goal. Take your time, experiment and see which option suits your needs the most!