Fragrance Oil Calculator — How Much Fragrance Per Candle
Work out fragrance oil amounts based on wax weight and fragrance load percentage.
Weight of wax in each candle
Percentage of fragrance oil relative to wax weight
How many candles you are making in this batch
Cost of fragrance oil per millilitre for cost estimate
How We Calculate This
Fragrance oil = wax weight x (fragrance load % / 100)
Common loads: 4% for a light scent throw, 6-8% for standard, 10-12% for strong. Always check your wax manufacturer's maximum recommended load.
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Last updated: 2025-02-20
All calculations are estimates. Always verify quantities before purchasing materials.