Untamed Lavender Fragrance Oil for Soap and Candle Crafting
Untamed Lavender captures lavender in its purest, most authentic form—clean, fresh, and free from unnecessary sweetness or powdery tones. This fragrance balances earthy green notes with the true essence of lavender, bringing you as close to freshly-picked lavender as possible. It’s a grounded, simple scent that feels refreshingly real and perfect for any project where pure lavender is the goal.
Fragrance Profile
Top Notes: Green Notes, Eucalyptus Leaves, Lemon
Middle Notes: Lavender
Base Notes: Pine, Camphor
Untamed Lavender starts with fresh green notes and a hint of lemon, leading into the rich heart of lavender and finishing with a grounding blend of pine and camphor. It’s as close to lavender fields as you can get, ideal for creating products with a raw, natural lavender scent.
Key Features
Phthalate-Free
Cruelty-Free
Vegan
Prop 65 Compliant
Flashpoint: 185°F
Vanillin Content: 0%
Ethyl Vanillin Content: 0%
Formulated For
Soap Making: Maximum usage of 7.5%. Provides a natural lavender scent in cold-process soap.
Candle Making: Strong scent throw in soy and paraffin candles, filling spaces with the natural, clean fragrance of lavender.
Lotion & Other Products: Adds a fresh, calming scent to body care products. Refer to IFRA guidelines for maximum usage levels.
Suggested Uses & Max Usage Rates for Untamed Lavender Fragrance Oil
(Based on IFRA 51st Amendment, 2024)
Category 2 (Deodorants, Body Mists): Maximum 1.00%
Category 4 (Hydroalcoholic Fragrances, Aftershaves): Maximum 10.00%
Category 5A (Body Creams, Lotions, Talc Powders): Maximum 3.50%
Category 9 (Soaps, Shampoos, Shower Gels): Maximum 7.50%
Category 10A (Household Cleaners, Fabric Softeners, Diffuser Oils): Maximum 8.00%
Category 12 (Candles, Air Fresheners, Incense): Not limited
Untamed Lavender Fragrance Oil – Cold Process Soap Testing Results
For anyone looking to add a true lavender fragrance to their soap creations, here’s an in-depth look at how Untamed Lavender Fragrance Oil performed in our cold process soap testing. We tested this fragrance at a 5% usage rate, soaping at room temperature, and here’s what we observed.
Separation: None. The fragrance stayed perfectly blended throughout the process, ensuring a smooth, even texture in the soap batter.
Acceleration: None. Untamed Lavender gave us plenty of time to work, with no signs of speeding up trace. This makes it an ideal choice if you want to create intricate designs or detailed swirls without rushing.
Ricing: None. The batter stayed silky and uniform, blending seamlessly without any clumping or “ricing.”
Discoloration: None. The soap retained its natural, creamy color with no discoloration, making it a great option if you prefer a light, clean-looking bar.
Scent Retention: Good. After curing, the fresh, pure lavender scent held up beautifully, giving the finished soap a subtle yet true lavender aroma that’s both calming and refreshing.
Soaping Temperature: Room Temperature
Final Thoughts
Untamed Lavender Fragrance Oil was an absolute pleasure to work with in cold process soap. Its lack of acceleration and discoloration, along with excellent scent retention, make it a versatile and reliable choice for soap makers. Whether you're working on intricate designs or simple bars, this fragrance allows for flexibility and keeps its pure lavender character intact.
As always, we suggest doing a small test batch with any new fragrance to see how it interacts with your specific ingredients and process. Enjoy the journey of crafting with Untamed Lavender, and let the fresh, natural scent add a touch of tranquility to your creations.
