Scent AlmanacPeony Blush
A jar of pink peonies on the dresser, just opened.
Scale it
| Scent | Note | % | Grams | ≈ Drops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peony | middle | 33.3 | 10.0 | 222 |
| Sandalwood | base | 22.2 | 6.7 | 148 |
| Pear | top | 16.7 | 5.0 | 111 |
| Freesia | middle | 16.7 | 5.0 | 111 |
| Bergamot | top | 11.1 | 3.3 | 74 |
Weigh fragrance for anything over a few grams. Drops assume about 20 per ml, and droppers vary a lot.
For candles, the usual rate is 6–10% of wax weight.
Structure
A classic starting balance is about 25% top, 50% middle and 25% base.
Harmony
50%
The share of pairs in this blend that are known to go well together.
Where it works
CandlesWorkable
Limited by Bergamot.
Wax meltsWorkable
Limited by Bergamot.
Reed diffuserGood
Room & linen sprayGood
Electric (water) diffuserAvoid
Limited by Pear.
Cold-process soapWorkable
Limited by Pear.
Melt-and-pour soapGood
Laundry & cleaningWorkable
Limited by Bergamot.
Cautions for candles
- Fades quickly — weak in cold-process soap or at hot throw (Pear, Bergamot)
- Oxidizes with age — old oil is more likely to sensitize; store cool and dark (Bergamot)
- Caution around pets (especially cats and birds) — don't diffuse in their space (Bergamot)
Ideas that use it
Dinner-party host gift
A small thank-you that doesn't compete with dinner: soft scents and a flameless option.
Color wax with dye blocks, not crayons
Candle dye is made to dissolve in wax and burn cleanly; crayon pigment doesn't dissolve and clogs the wick.
Soap embeds
Small shapes of one soap set inside another bar — melt-and-pour stars, cold-process chunks or hearts.