🌿 Why Essential Oils Change Everything About Candle Making
Imagine walking into a room and breathing in a scent that feels real — grounding, calming, and naturally beautiful. This is the magic of essential oil candles, a growing favourite across Canada for anyone seeking clean burning, plant-based aromatherapy.
At Shivora Candles (https://shivoracandles.ca), we hand-pour every candle using premium soy wax and pure essential oils — a combination proven to burn cleaner, last longer, and create a more authentic scent experience compared to synthetic fragrances.
🕯️ From Scent to Experience
Essential oils turn candles into wellness tools, not just home décor. They help Canadians looking for:
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stress relief
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sleep support
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clean-air candles
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aromatherapy benefits
This trend is quickly rising in the Canadian natural candle market, and using essential oils positions your candles as:
✔ premium
✔ natural
✔ wellness-focused
✔ eco-friendly
Explore our essential oil candles here:
👉 https://shivoracandles.ca/collections/essential-oil-candles
🌱 The Essential Oils That Perform Best in Candles
Not all essential oils behave the same in heat. Oils with high flashpoints (like sandalwood or cedarwood) stay strong in hot wax, while light oils (like lemon) can fade.
To explore scent types and families, visit:
👉 https://shivoracandles.ca/blogs/news/candle-fragrance-families
Popular Essential Oils for Soy Wax (Canada-Friendly List)
| Essential Oil | Flashpoint | Scent Throw | Best Use | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lavender | 165°F | Strong | Relaxation | Very popular in Canadian homes |
| Peppermint | 158°F | Strong | Energy | Use sparingly |
| Eucalyptus | 120°F | Medium | Sinus clearing | Lower flashpoint |
| Cedarwood | >200°F | Medium | Grounding | Great base for winter candles |
| Sandalwood | >200°F | Light/Medium | Meditation | Premium, long-lasting |
| Lemon | 115°F | Light | Freshness | Best blended |
| Bergamot | 136°F | Medium | Mood boost | Bright & uplifting |
🔥 Mastering the Right Essential Oil Ratios
To learn more about optimizing scent throw, you can read:
👉 https://shivoracandles.ca/blogs/news/how-to-make-candles-smell-stronger
Soy wax (the most common natural wax in Canada) holds:
6%–10% fragrance load safely.
Example for 227g (8 oz) candle at 6%:
227g × 0.06 = 13.62g essential oil
🎶 Creating Signature Blends That Canadians Love
The classic 30-50-20 rule:
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30% top notes
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50% middle notes
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20% base notes
For deeper scent education, link here:
👉 https://shivoracandles.ca/blogs/news/discover-your-perfect-candle-scent
Canadian-Favourite Blend Ideas
| Name | Oils | Ratio | Vibe | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cozy Cabin (Canada) | Cedarwood, Pine, Rosemary | 4:3:2 | Woodsy & crisp | Fall/Winter |
| Summer Market | Lavender, Chamomile, Geranium | 3:2:1 | Soft & floral | Summer |
| Prairie Sunrise | Orange, Bergamot, Ginger | 5:3:1 | Bright/energizing | Spring |
🌡️ Temperature Rules That Matter
Most Canadian makers use soy wax 464, which performs best when oils are added at:
175°F – 185°F (79°C – 85°C)
Too hot → oils evaporate
Too cool → oils don’t bind
🛠️ Troubleshooting Common Essential Oil Candle Problems
More tips here:
👉 https://shivoracandles.ca/blogs/news/how-to-fix-candle-problems
Weak Scent Throw
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Wax too hot
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Oil too light
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Blend unbalanced
Oil Sweating
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Over 10% fragrance load
Discolouration
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Vanilla, spices, citrus oils
🔒 Essential Candle Safety (Required for Selling in Canada)
Canada-ready safety tips:
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Always include “Trim wick to 1/4 inch”
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Burn on heat-safe surface
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Keep away from drafts (Canada winters!)
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Never leave unattended
Full safety guidelines here:
👉 https://shivoracandles.ca/blogs/news/candle-safety-tips
