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Dark Vanilla Fragrance | Candle Fragrances

Dark Vanilla Fragrance | Candle Fragrances

Rs. 130.00
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Single Note - Vanilla, Caramel, Dark Amber & Musk · Strong Throw · Candles · Wax Melts · Reed Diffusers · Room Sprays · Body Products · 15g to 1kg

Dark Vanilla is a luxurious, indulgent fragrance oil - rich vanilla and spice opening into deep caramel and cream, settling into dark amber and warm musk. Strong throw. Works across all formats: candles (6-10%), wax melts (10-15%), reed diffusers (10-30%), room sprays (8-15%), and body products. Vanillin present - note for light-coloured wax. Available in 15g (Rs. 130) to 1kg (Rs. 7,646). Considered one of the best dark vanilla fragrance oils for candle making in India - and one of the most versatile warm gourmand oils across all fragrance formats.

Rich. Warm. Deeply indulgent. Dark Vanilla is what vanilla smells like when it stops being simple and starts being luxurious.

Choose Your Size

Trial
15g
Rs. 130
Small Batch
50g
Rs. 410
Best Value
100g
Rs. 790
Production
500g
Rs. 3,840
Business
1kg
Rs. 7,646

Scent Profile

Top Notes Rich vanilla, spice - warm, indulgent, immediately inviting
Middle Notes Deep caramel, cream - luscious, smooth, dessert-like richness
Base Notes Dark amber, warm musk - deep, grounding, long-lasting
Scent Family Gourmand / Oriental - warm, creamy, indulgent
Character Luxurious, rich, comforting - vanilla with depth and edge
Strength Strong - impactful at lower loads, deeply rich at higher
Works in Candles - Wax melts - Reed diffusers - Room sprays - Body products

Technical Specifications

Flashpoint
~191-193°C
Well above standard candle-making temperatures - safe to work with
Vanillin Content
Present
Vanilla and amber base notes contain vanillin - will yellow white wax over time. See note below.
Wax Compatibility
All Types
Soy, paraffin, coconut, and blended waxes
Best Candle Styles
Container
Container candles, jar candles, wax melts, tealights

Vanillin & Wax Colour - Important Note

⚠️ This oil contains vanillin - it will yellow white or light-coloured wax
Dark Vanilla contains vanillin - a compound naturally present in vanilla and amber that causes yellowing or browning in white and light-coloured wax over time. This is expected and completely normal for dark, rich vanilla fragrance oils. It does not affect burn performance or scent throw. Work with it rather than against it - ivory, cream, caramel, or amber-toned wax looks beautiful with this fragrance and complements the dark, indulgent character of the scent. If you are committed to white wax, conduct small batch tests before full production and accept that some natural amber toning will develop over time.

Fragrance Load by Wax Type

Soy Wax
6-10%
Cure time - 48 to 72 hours for best scent throw
Paraffin Wax
6-8%
Cure time - 24 to 48 hours for best scent throw

Usage Across All Formats

Soy Candles
6-10%
Of total wax weight. Cure 48-72 hours. Pair with ivory or amber-toned wax for best presentation.
Wax Melts
10-15%
Higher load for a rich, room-filling dark vanilla experience in wax melt format.
Reed Diffusers
10-30%
Start at 10% with CSI diffuser base. Pairs especially well with the Depth or Longevity Base.
Room Sprays
8-15%
Of total spray base. Dark Vanilla creates a warm, enveloping room presence at standard loads.
Body Products
As per IFRA
Use within safe usage rates for lotions, scrubs, and body care products.
Paraffin Candles
6-8%
Of total wax weight. Cure 24-48 hours. Rich and warm in paraffin format.

About This Fragrance Oil

Most vanilla fragrance oils are sweet and one-dimensional. Dark Vanilla is built differently. The rich vanilla and spice opening signals immediately that this is a vanilla with character - not a simple, sugary sweetness but something warmer, more complex, and more interesting. The deep caramel and cream heart adds a dessert-like richness that makes the fragrance feel genuinely indulgent. The dark amber and warm musk base gives it depth and longevity - the quality that makes the room still smell of Dark Vanilla hours after the candle has been extinguished or the diffuser has been flipped.

This is a fragrance that works in cosy living rooms, bedrooms, and relaxation spaces - anywhere a warm, comforting atmosphere is the goal. It pairs beautifully with coffee, chocolate, and other warm gourmand fragrances, making it a cornerstone blend ingredient as much as a standalone. At strong intensity, it is deeply rich. Used subtly, it adds a comforting warmth to any space without announcing itself too boldly.

Who Should Choose This Fragrance

Dark Vanilla is for makers building luxury, cosy, or indulgent product ranges. For brands targeting customers who love warm, creamy scents with depth - not the simple vanilla of a supermarket candle but the complex, dark, almost caramel-and-amber vanilla of a premium fragrance house. For festive gifting collections where rich, warm fragrance profiles are exactly what customers want. For makers who use vanilla as a blending ingredient and want one that has enough character to stand on its own. And for anyone who has tried other vanilla fragrance oils, found them flat or synthetic, and wants a version that actually smells like the real thing - deeper, darker, and more luxurious.

Candle Maker's Tip

Dark Vanilla is one of the best base-note blending oils in the CSI range. Combine with Coffee for a vanilla latte signature. Add Cinnamon for a warm spiced vanilla winter blend. Pair with Oud or Sandalwood for a deep oriental. For reed diffusers, use the CSI Depth Base or Longevity Base - both are engineered to support the rich amber and musk base notes of Dark Vanilla and prevent them from fading prematurely in diffuser format.

Blends Well With

Coffee Dark Chocolate Cinnamon Tonka Bean Sandalwood Oud Patchouli Caramel Cardamom

Product Details

Fragrance type Single note - Dark Vanilla
Scent family Gourmand / Oriental - warm, creamy, indulgent
Strength Strong
Flashpoint Approximately 191-193°C
Vanillin content Present - will yellow white wax. See vanillin note above.
Soy wax load 6-10% - cure 48 to 72 hours
Paraffin wax load 6-8% - cure 24 to 48 hours
Wax melt load 10-15%
Reed diffuser load 10-30% of total base
Room spray load 8-15% of total spray base
Wax compatibility Soy, paraffin, coconut, and blended waxes
Best candle styles Container candles, jar candles, wax melts
Available sizes 15g - 50g - 100g - 500g - 1kg
Pricing Rs. 130 / Rs. 410 / Rs. 790 / Rs. 3,840 / Rs. 7,646 - all incl. taxes

CSI Dark Vanilla vs Mass-Market Vanilla Fragrance Oils

Feature CSI Dark Vanilla Typical Mass-Market Vanilla Oil
Scent depth ✓ Layered - vanilla, spice, caramel, amber, musk all present Single-dimensional - one flat vanilla note with no development
Character ✓ Dark, warm, luxurious - vanilla with genuine depth Sugary and synthetic - smells like vanilla flavouring not vanilla fragrance
Vanillin disclosure ✓ Clearly stated with wax colour guidance and practical advice Often undisclosed - makers discover yellowing mid-batch
Flashpoint disclosed ✓ Approximately 191-193°C - clearly stated Often undisclosed or difficult to find
Wax load guidance ✓ Separate rates for soy and paraffin clearly stated Generic single percentage - no wax-type differentiation
Cross-format use ✓ Candles, wax melts, diffusers, room sprays, body products Often tested for candles only
Blending versatility ✓ Excellent base-note blending oil - coffee, oud, cinnamon, chocolate Flat vanilla difficult to blend without overpowering other notes
Batch consistency ✓ Reliable from CSI - consistent scent profile on reorder Reformulations common - scent character shifts between orders
Supplier support ✓ CSI - trusted by 10,000+ makers with community and guidance No support, no community, no maker knowledge base

About CandleMakingSuppliesIndia

CandleMakingSuppliesIndia (CSI) is India's trusted supplier for candle and fragrance makers at every stage of their journey - from first-time hobbyists to established brands fulfilling hundreds of orders a month. Every fragrance oil we stock comes with full technical documentation - flashpoint, vanillin content, wax compatibility, usage rates, and cure times - so you can formulate with confidence rather than guesswork. Trusted by 10,000+ candle makers across India. All prices are inclusive of taxes.
Vanilla, but make it luxurious.
Dark Vanilla Fragrance Oil - rich, deep, indulgent. Vanilla and spice into caramel and amber. Strong throw across every format. Available in 15g to 1kg from CandleMakingSuppliesIndia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Dark Vanilla Fragrance Oil smell like?
Dark Vanilla opens with rich vanilla and a touch of spice - warm, indulgent, and immediately inviting. Deep caramel and cream deepen the heart. Dark amber and warm musk ground the base with depth and longevity. Rich, warm, and genuinely luxurious - vanilla with character rather than sweetness alone.
What is the recommended fragrance load?
6-10% for soy wax candles, cure 48-72 hours. 6-8% for paraffin wax, cure 24-48 hours. 10-15% for wax melts. 10-30% for reed diffusers. 8-15% for room sprays.
Will Dark Vanilla discolour my candles?
Yes. Dark Vanilla contains vanillin which causes yellowing in white and light-coloured wax. This is normal and expected for vanilla-heavy oils. It does not affect performance. Use ivory, cream, caramel, or amber-toned wax to work with this characteristic. Test before full batch production if using white wax.
What formats can I use Dark Vanilla in?
Candles, wax melts, reed diffusers, room sprays, and body products. It works across all fragrance product formats and is one of the best blending base-note oils in the CSI range.
What fragrances blend well with Dark Vanilla?
Coffee and dark chocolate for a mocha dessert blend. Cinnamon and cardamom for a spiced winter signature. Oud and sandalwood for a deep oriental. Patchouli for a warm, earthy gourmand.
What sizes are available?
15g (Rs. 130), 50g (Rs. 410), 100g (Rs. 790), 500g (Rs. 3,840), and 1kg (Rs. 7,646). All prices inclusive of taxes from CandleMakingSuppliesIndia.
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