Hi Erica! I’ve have a few blends, but I didn’t know CS had a set was I could use! Thank you! I have blended fragrances that have come out great. You must have read my mind, lol! What develops doesn’t always turn out how I thought it would and I go though the same process you do. This set would definitely help me understand more about fragrances. Thank you so much for sharing! I’ll order the set and start blending! Much love to you and your little family🥰❤️
As usual I always love watching your videos for new ideas. I personally started blending just to try something different because I’m a person of smells but thank you.
I just saw this set on CS. I will definitely order now-wasn’t exactly sure what it was offering so thanks for the demo! Also, CS recommends their fragrance wheel to help blending. And, the blotters come with a line indicator-meaning you can dip one oil at “75%” and the other at “25%” if you didn’t want 50/50. Can we mention the sword fighting 😂 and the spa/grocery store scent-a woman’s worst nightmare 😂 To the comment of hazard issues with blending. There is an old Armatage Candle video addressing this issue and if I remember correctly fire issues occurs with shipping not blending. Personal Opinion Erica is a pro and we should all be so grateful for her shared experience!! ❤
Thank you. I would make a mixture of about 10mL, since I like working mostly in mL (milli Litres) rather than grams. I would write down the % of each one that I would like to include, for example a "Greek Tsoureki" would involve the following, so it can smell like it: (Cerasus mahaleb) - Mahlep Oil, Mastica Oil (Mastich), Cardamon Oil, Bergamot or orange Peel oil, Cinnamon - least. It is a "complex" one, but well worth it. Getting the percentages right is the hard part, and since it is not easy to get some of these as fragrance oils but essential oils, it can become costly, so the candle is riced accordingly to recoup the "R&D" 😉😊. Citrus are the more common combination, and after some feedback, have found that Lemon, Lime with some Orange and / or Mint was used mostly in the kitchen especially after cooking fish to clear (or mask) the smell. At least those wear easier to trial, but found that the flashpoint's for Citrus are normally very low, and have discovered, that if you pour your wax too hot, it will actually evaporate some of the notes, since most have their flashpoint at around 63°C, so I would not mix the was if it was more than about ~>65°C so that the notes can be preserved and have a greater throw. That's my 2¢ anyway. Note: I normally use pipettes, do a couple of drop(s) on to a perfume sample stick, so as to approximate it and go from there. I tend to smell it straight away, then with a small peg, so at to not touch on any surface, let it air dry for 3 to 5 minutes, get back to it, to see how it has faded. I do this to see as an "advanced ageing process", since it is card to get perfume bottles with a great seal, so I am thinking, ok, I did my 10mL sample for a mL Candle, for a total of 110mL. It has worked, I have written down the formula, I create then a small batch of about 100ml, since it is easier for the calculations, and do a trial run. If it sells great, or I get repeat orders on a regular basis, I would then create a couple 100mL, and just store them. Having a small refrigerator, like the ones sold for beauty or a few cans, I have found prolong the fragrance even longer, as it is stored at a lower temperature, and natural evaporation tends to slow down. Happy mixing everyone.
I haven't tried these yet, but I bet bergamot and a floral with sandalwood and amber or pink grapefruit in place of the bergamot with a floral and sandalwood as the base. I'm just thinking about a fragrance I created with essential oils a couple years ago, it was very sensual and nice! Except I used sandalwood and Frankincense as my base. I can't wait to try the elements. I think they are a great idea for CS . Thanks for the video
Hello! New subscriber here!! I have been pouring using your math formula. No matter what I do, it either is too much wax or not enough. I marked my fill line and measured oz of water and multiplied by .86. I know my scale is correct, it has never been wrong (I use it for shipping as well).
Ok so I went back and watched another of your math videos. I used liquid wax and got a .15 oz difference. I'm gonna go with this and see if that makes a difference.
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo no I was using water first and then converting it. I now mark every jar at my preferred fill line...so much easier. I used grams and lo and behold, it worked!!
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo I should’ve added that I meant on the same strip lol not on their own. But I just now thought that doing it your way would allow to smell several different combo scents without having to use more oils lol 🤦🏻♀️ so hope no one tries the method I had the question about. They’ll save money doing it your way
Anoche pensé buscar un video k hiciste un tiempo atrás de mezclar fragancias y hoy cuando abro mi teléfono encuentro este video precisamente, fue algo mágico, graciasssssss🤔👏
You should not blend accords with accords, which is multi notes. Not knowing the correct terminology let me know that you don’t have experience in blending which could be a huge fire hazard and dangerous to a customers atmosphere. Blending fragrances is for the experienced. Which is why the US has strict requirements too!
@@CopperHueCollectionsChippewa I have to be honest that as a candle maker, I’ve never heard of the term “accord”. After looking it up, I see it is related and used a lot in perfume fragrance. From my experience, you are able to blend any fragrance oils together, even “accords” or “pre-blends” as we use in candle making. Even top candle suppliers like Candlescience give recommendations for blending pre-blends with other pre-blends. Also, could you please send me a reference link to the strict requirements that the US has about blending fragrances for candle making? I have done a lot of research about what is allowed in the US and haven’t found any restrictions when it comes to blending fragrance oils.
@@MemoryBoxCandleCoI agree with you when I read this and me being a third generation candle maker I’ve never heard of accord? And we can’t recycle blend fragrance oils to create new distinctive scents in our fragrance line.
Hi Erica! I’ve have a few blends, but I didn’t know CS had a set was I could use! Thank you! I have blended fragrances that have come out great. You must have read my mind, lol! What develops doesn’t always turn out how I thought it would and I go though the same process you do. This set would definitely help me understand more about fragrances. Thank you so much for sharing! I’ll order the set and start blending! Much love to you and your little family🥰❤️
I loveeee blending ! The blending elements are amazing, I’m over here being a scientist 🤣 thank you for sharing this 😊
Hi Erica! I’ve have a few blends, but I didn’t know CS had a set was I could use! Thank you! I have blended fragrances that have come out great. You must have read my mind, lol! What develops doesn’t always turn out how I thought it would and I go though the same process you do. This set would definitely help me understand more about fragrances. Thank you so much for sharing! I’ll order the set and start blending! Much love to you and your little family🥰❤️
Definitely experiment with using opposite sides of the fragrance wheel - they are complimentary and where perfumists usually start with blending!
Great idea! ☺️ thank you!
As usual I always love watching your videos for new ideas. I personally started blending just to try something different because I’m a person of smells but thank you.
I just saw this set on CS. I will definitely order now-wasn’t exactly sure what it was offering so thanks for the demo! Also, CS recommends their fragrance wheel to help blending. And, the blotters come with a line indicator-meaning you can dip one oil at “75%” and the other at “25%” if you didn’t want 50/50.
Can we mention the sword fighting 😂 and the spa/grocery store scent-a woman’s worst nightmare 😂
To the comment of hazard issues with blending. There is an old Armatage Candle video addressing this issue and if I remember correctly fire issues occurs with shipping not blending.
Personal Opinion Erica is a pro and we should all be so grateful for her shared experience!! ❤
Thank you for explaining things so clearly! Great video
@@SouluxeScents I’m glad it was helpful! 🧡
Thank you, I can say that your videos have been so helpful to the brand that I am starting!
@@KSS911 I’m so glad! ☺️
Thank you. I would make a mixture of about 10mL, since I like working mostly in mL (milli Litres) rather than grams. I would write down the % of each one that I would like to include, for example a "Greek Tsoureki" would involve the following, so it can smell like it: (Cerasus mahaleb) - Mahlep Oil, Mastica Oil (Mastich), Cardamon Oil, Bergamot or orange Peel oil, Cinnamon - least. It is a "complex" one, but well worth it. Getting the percentages right is the hard part, and since it is not easy to get some of these as fragrance oils but essential oils, it can become costly, so the candle is riced accordingly to recoup the "R&D" 😉😊. Citrus are the more common combination, and after some feedback, have found that Lemon, Lime with some Orange and / or Mint was used mostly in the kitchen especially after cooking fish to clear (or mask) the smell. At least those wear easier to trial, but found that the flashpoint's for Citrus are normally very low, and have discovered, that if you pour your wax too hot, it will actually evaporate some of the notes, since most have their flashpoint at around 63°C, so I would not mix the was if it was more than about ~>65°C so that the notes can be preserved and have a greater throw. That's my 2¢ anyway. Note: I normally use pipettes, do a couple of drop(s) on to a perfume sample stick, so as to approximate it and go from there. I tend to smell it straight away, then with a small peg, so at to not touch on any surface, let it air dry for 3 to 5 minutes, get back to it, to see how it has faded. I do this to see as an "advanced ageing process", since it is card to get perfume bottles with a great seal, so I am thinking, ok, I did my 10mL sample for a mL Candle, for a total of 110mL. It has worked, I have written down the formula, I create then a small batch of about 100ml, since it is easier for the calculations, and do a trial run. If it sells great, or I get repeat orders on a regular basis, I would then create a couple 100mL, and just store them. Having a small refrigerator, like the ones sold for beauty or a few cans, I have found prolong the fragrance even longer, as it is stored at a lower temperature, and natural evaporation tends to slow down.
Happy mixing everyone.
I haven't tried these yet, but I bet bergamot and a floral with sandalwood and amber or pink grapefruit in place of the bergamot with a floral and sandalwood as the base. I'm just thinking about a fragrance I created with essential oils a couple years ago, it was very sensual and nice! Except I used sandalwood and Frankincense as my base. I can't wait to try the elements. I think they are a great idea for CS . Thanks for the video
Great video! Thank you!
Oh, I bet basil would be really great with pink grapefruit and mint
It sure is fun! Go nuts.... Perfumer here :-)
Soooo helpful 😊😊😊
I’m so glad!! ❤️
Hello erica .....can you help me in making pillar candels .....complete process.
Hello! New subscriber here!! I have been pouring using your math formula. No matter what I do, it either is too much wax or not enough. I marked my fill line and measured oz of water and multiplied by .86. I know my scale is correct, it has never been wrong (I use it for shipping as well).
Ok so I went back and watched another of your math videos. I used liquid wax and got a .15 oz difference. I'm gonna go with this and see if that makes a difference.
I'm gonna give grams a try instead and also see how that goes.
@@antoniatanner7826 oh we’re you using solid wax to find your fill weight at first?
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo no I was using water first and then converting it. I now mark every jar at my preferred fill line...so much easier. I used grams and lo and behold, it worked!!
since you are an LLC, do you need to apply for FINCEN (BOI)?
Love u darling ❤❤
Hi
When i make my candles it burn only in middle & all sides are not burning.
Is there is any suggestion please let me know
Would you suggest (or could you) use a dropper and just extract one drop of each fragrance onto the strip?
@@lbfaith you could! I don’t think it’s necessary, but you could!
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo I should’ve added that I meant on the same strip lol not on their own. But I just now thought that doing it your way would allow to smell several different combo scents without having to use more oils lol 🤦🏻♀️ so hope no one tries the method I had the question about. They’ll save money doing it your way
Where do you buy your scents?
@@kyky4eva mainly from Candlescience now! But also from the flaming candle, Midwest & candle cocoon
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo thank you!!!!
Anoche pensé buscar un video k hiciste un tiempo atrás de mezclar fragancias y hoy cuando abro mi teléfono encuentro este video precisamente, fue algo mágico, graciasssssss🤔👏
Every fragrance I've blended smelled like Raid bug spray, so I gave up LOL
Oh noooo 🫣😅
You should not blend accords with accords, which is multi notes. Not knowing the correct terminology let me know that you don’t have experience in blending which could be a huge fire hazard and dangerous to a customers atmosphere. Blending fragrances is for the experienced. Which is why the US has strict requirements too!
@@CopperHueCollectionsChippewa I have to be honest that as a candle maker, I’ve never heard of the term “accord”. After looking it up, I see it is related and used a lot in perfume fragrance.
From my experience, you are able to blend any fragrance oils together, even “accords” or “pre-blends” as we use in candle making.
Even top candle suppliers like Candlescience give recommendations for blending pre-blends with other pre-blends.
Also, could you please send me a reference link to the strict requirements that the US has about blending fragrances for candle making? I have done a lot of research about what is allowed in the US and haven’t found any restrictions when it comes to blending fragrance oils.
@@MemoryBoxCandleCoI agree with you when I read this and me being a third generation candle maker I’ve never heard of accord? And we can’t recycle blend fragrance oils to create new distinctive scents in our fragrance line.
Hi Erica! I’ve have a few blends, but I didn’t know CS had a set was I could use! Thank you! I have blended fragrances that have come out great. You must have read my mind, lol! What develops doesn’t always turn out how I thought it would and I go though the same process you do. This set would definitely help me understand more about fragrances. Thank you so much for sharing! I’ll order the set and start blending! Much love to you and your little family🥰❤️