🕯️ Essential Oils for Candle Making: Natural Scents for Handmade Bliss

There’s nothing quite like the warm glow of a handmade candle – except maybe the gentle, natural aroma it releases when scented with pure essential oils. Whether you're crafting for yourself, gifting loved ones, or launching a small business, using essential oils in candle making can transform your creations from simple to sensory.

At Mood Essential Oils, we stock high-quality, undiluted essential oils perfect for candle making, and in this blog we’ll guide you through the best oils to use, how to add them properly, and a few scent combinations to inspire your next pour.

🌿 Why Use Essential Oils in Candles?

While fragrance oils are commonly used in the candle industry, many people prefer essential oils for their natural origin and therapeutic properties. Here’s why:

• 100% Natural Aromas

• Non-toxic when used correctly

• Potential wellbeing benefits (calming, uplifting, etc.)

• Unique and subtle scent profiles

Essential oil candles not only smell lovely but can support relaxation, focus, or even sleep – making them great additions to your wellness routine.

🕯️ Best Essential Oils for Candle Making

Some essential oils are better suited to candle making due to their stability at higher temperatures and stronger scent throw. Here are a few favourites:

1. Lavender

Soothing and floral, lavender oil works beautifully in candles and blends well with many other scents.

2. Sweet Orange

A cheerful, uplifting citrus oil that holds its scent well in soy or beeswax candles.

3. Cedarwood

Warm, woody, and grounding – adds depth and a longer-lasting base note.

4. Lemongrass

Zesty and fresh with excellent scent throw. Great for kitchens or energising spaces.

5. Patchouli

Deep, earthy, and luxurious – ideal as a base note in more complex blends.

6. Rosemary

Herbal and crisp, great for focus and clarity. Works well with citrus or minty oils.

7. Eucalyptus

Clean and spa-like. Combine with lemon or peppermint for a breath-easy blend.

🔥 How to Add Essential Oils to Your Candles

Here’s a basic method using soy wax (ideal for beginners):

1. Melt your wax – Use a double boiler to melt soy wax flakes to 75–80°C.

2. Cool slightly – Let the wax cool to around 55–60°C before adding essential oils. Too hot and the oils will evaporate!

3. Add oils – A good starting ratio is 6–10% essential oil of the total wax weight (e.g., 6–10g per 100g wax).

4. Stir well – Mix thoroughly to distribute the scent.

5. Pour and set – Carefully pour into your prepared containers and allow to cure for 24–48 hours.

🌸 Scent Blend Ideas

Here are a few candle blend ideas to get you started:

• Calm & Cosy: Lavender (6 drops), Cedarwood (4 drops)

• Fresh Morning: Sweet Orange (5 drops), Lemongrass (5 drops)

• Spa Vibes: Eucalyptus (4 drops), Rosemary (3 drops), Peppermint (3 drops)

• Romantic Glow: Patchouli (5 drops), Lavender (3 drops), Sweet Orange (2 drops)

⚠️ Candle Making Tips

• Always test your candles before selling or gifting

• Use essential oils that are steam distilled or cold pressed – never synthetic

• Ensure your containers and wicks are compatible with essential oil candles

• Label clearly if the candle contains allergens or strong scents

🛒 Where to Buy Candle-Friendly Essential Oils

At Mood Essential Oils, we supply pure, premium-grade essential oils suitable for candle making. Each oil is carefully sourced, tested, and bottled in the UK, giving you peace of mind with every pour.

Whether you’re making your first candle or producing a whole batch, we’re here to help you scent your world – naturally.