Fragrance
oils are different from essential oils when it comes to cold process soap, and
they can be alot more problematic! FOs are more likely to discolour the soap or
accelerate trace, plus the scent can often fade or morph into something
different. So when I come across an FO I love the smell of, it behaves well in
soap, and sticks, and my customers love the smell of it too … that’s an FO I
will continue to buy again and again. Below are some of my favourite FOs.
Brambleberry
Almond Biscotti - A very strong almond fragrance with a hint of sugar & pastry in the background. If you love almond scents, this is for you! Does D slightly due to the vanilla content.
Champagne - A lovely "fizzy" scent that is fantastic either on its own or blended. Behaves well, no A or D, sticks well, and it's a great scent for the festive season!
Love Spell - A dupe of the Victoria's Secret perfume, many FO suppliers make a version but this is my personal favourite. Smells great, no A or D, and the scent sticks really well too.
Mayan Gold - A strong, exotic scent with notes of chocolate and patchouli. Customers love this one! The scent stays amazingly strong in soap, and although it does A and D slightly, it's worth the trouble.
Sensuous Sandalwood - A dead-on dupe for sandalwood essential oil, at a fraction of the cost. Beautiful on its own, also amazing blended with other single-note FOs (vanilla or orange are my favourites!). Slight A and D but again, worth it.
Buy in the US: www.brambleberry.com
Buy in Australia: www.aussiesoapsupplies.com.au
Daystar Supplies
Blackberry Jam Butter Cookies - A truly unique fragrance, you can really smell the buttery shortbread and the jam! No A, does D heavily to a dark brown but the scent is worth it.
Buttermilk & Honey - A sweet, milky comforting scent, I love this one. Great for milk soaps or baby soaps. It does D slightly to a tan colour, and has a tendency to overheat in the mould so keep soap temps cool and only minimal insulation.
Rose Jelly - A dupe of Lush's Rose Jam, this one smells like a turkish delight! I love it.
Buy in the US: www.daystarsupplies.com
Buy in Australia: www.bigtreesupplies.com.au
Nature's Garden
Froot Loops - I'm actually not a fan of the cereal but I LOVE this scent. Fruity and sugary and delicious. No A or D, behaves perfectly and sticks well.
Lick Me All Over - An amazing and unique blend of melons, citrus and flowers that smells like you just stepped off the boat onto a tropical island. No A or D, and sticks very well.
Nectarine & Honey - The perfect combination of tart nectarines and sweet honey. Refreshing and great for summer. No D however it does A quite dramatically so be prepared with cooler soap temps and no water discount. Scent sticks really well and is worth the trouble!
Buy in the US: www.naturesgardencandles.com
Buy in Australia: www.bigtreesupplies.com.au
Do you have a favourite FO you'd like to share? Leave a comment in the section below!
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