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Gardenia Fragrance Oil

Gardenia Fragrance Oil

Rs. 105.02
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Floral / Creamy / Luxury · IFRA Certified · Single Note · Moderate to Strong · 0.2% Vanillin · Soy · Paraffin · Coconut · Blended Wax · 15g to 1000g

A luxurious, IFRA-certified gardenia fragrance oil - rich, creamy, and true-to-nature. Single note. Vanillin content 0.2% - minimal discoloration risk; test with light-coloured wax. Flashpoint 98°C. Compatible with soy (up to 10%), paraffin (up to 6%), coconut, and blended waxes. Available in 15g to 1000g. The essential fragrance for luxury jar candle collections, romantic and spa-inspired ranges, bridal and gifting products, and any line where a timeless, velvety floral elegance is the signature.

Rich, creamy, and velvety. The floral that communicates luxury before it is even lit.

Choose Your Size

Trial
15g
Rs. 105.02
Small Batch
50g
Rs. 223.02
Best Value
100g
Rs. 433.00
Production
500g
Rs. 2,166
Business
1000g
Rs. 4,332

Scent Profile

Main Aroma Rich, creamy, and velvety gardenia - true-to-life bloom character
Floral Quality Softer and creamier than jasmine, more velvety than rose - delicate and substantial at once
Undertones Natural sweetness with a subtle green freshness - genuine bloom character
Scent Family Floral / Creamy / Luxury
Fragrance Type Single note - pure gardenia
Strength Moderate to strong - noticeable and refined throw
IFRA Certified Yes - safe for candles, diffusers, and body products within recommended rates
Works In Container Candles · Luxury Jar Candles · Tealights · Pillar Candles · Wax Melts · Reed Diffusers · Body Products

Technical Specifications

Flashpoint
98°C
Note lower flashpoint - add to wax below this temperature
Vanillin Content
0.2%
Minimal risk - test with bright white wax before full production
Fragrance Type
Single Note
Pure gardenia - use alone or blend with other florals
Soy Wax Load
Up to 10%
Cure time: 48-72 hours
Paraffin Wax Load
Up to 6%
Cure time: 24-48 hours
Wax Compatibility
Soy · Paraffin · Coconut · Blended
Test with your specific blend before full production

Flashpoint & Vanillin - Important Notes

⚠️ Two Technical Points to Note Before Production
Flashpoint 98°C: This is a lower flashpoint than many fragrance oils - ensure you add this oil to your wax at a temperature below 98°C. For soy wax, the standard addition temperature of 60-65°C is well within the safe range. For paraffin, check your specific wax's recommended addition temperature and ensure it is below 98°C before adding. Never pour fragrance oil into wax above its flashpoint temperature.

Vanillin Content 0.2%: Very low vanillin content - minimal discoloration risk for most applications. If you are making bright white candles and want to confirm there is no yellowing over time, run a small test batch first. For ivory, cream, and coloured wax this is not a practical concern at 0.2%.

Usage Guide

Soy Wax Candles
Up to 10%
Of total wax weight. Add below 98°C. Cure 48-72 hours. The creamy gardenia character develops beautifully in soy wax format.
Paraffin Candles
Up to 6%
Of total wax weight. Add below 98°C. Cure 24-48 hours. Gardenia delivers a refined, noticeable throw in paraffin format.
Luxury Jar Candles
8-10%
The ideal format for gardenia - a premium jar candle with this fragrance is a complete luxury product. Use frosted glass or clear vessels for best aesthetic match.
Reed Diffusers
10-30%
Of total diffuser base. Creates a continuous, elegant floral atmosphere - ideal for spa, boutique, and bedroom settings.
Tealights & Pillars
6-10%
Works well in tealights and pillar candles. Test wick sizing carefully - eco or wooden wicks recommended.
Body Products
As per IFRA
Use within IFRA-certified rates for lotions and body care. Gardenia body products are a natural extension of a luxury floral candle range.

Key Features

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IFRA Certified - True to Life
IFRA certified and formulated for a genuine gardenia character - rich, creamy, and velvety rather than a flat synthetic floral approximation. The difference between a real gardenia bloom and an air freshener is immediately clear.
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Luxury Collection Ready
Gardenia is one of the most commercially proven fragrances in the luxury candle category globally - associated with premium floristry, bridal events, fine fragrance, and high-end spa and hotel environments. A natural choice for any premium-positioned product line.
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Exceptional White Floral Blending Base
Gardenia's creamy, velvety quality makes it one of the best white floral blending bases in the CSI range. It layers naturally with jasmine, rose, tuberose, and sandalwood - building complexity without competing with other florals in the blend.
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Bridal & Romance Gifting
Gardenia is the quintessential bridal and romantic fragrance - associated with wedding floristry and romantic occasions across cultures. An immediately considered choice for gifting collections targeting couples, anniversaries, and celebrations.

Candle Maker's Tip

💡 Blending, Positioning & Collection Ideas
Gardenia is the anchor fragrance for a luxury white floral candle collection - and one of the most commercially reliable premium florals in the global candle market. Use it alone in a frosted glass vessel with a minimal label for an immediately premium product. For a classic white floral bouquet, blend with jasmine at 60:40 (gardenia:jasmine) - the jasmine adds brightness and top note presence to the gardenia's creamier, rounder character. For a romantic rose-gardenia direction, blend with rose at 70:30. For a luxury spa profile, add 15-20% sandalwood for a warm, woody base that grounds the floral. For a bridal collection, consider gardenia as the primary scent alongside a white tea or white musk to keep the palette clean and elegant. In terms of aesthetics, frosted glass, white ceramic, clear vessels with gold hardware, and minimal monochrome labels all suit this fragrance perfectly. Price point: gardenia supports premium positioning - this is not a fragrance to undersell.

Ideal For

Best uses include luxury and premium jar candle collections, bridal and anniversary gifting ranges, spa and wellness-inspired products, romantic seasonal collections (Valentine's, Mother's Day), white floral themed candle lines, boutique and home decor candles, and any product where elegance, sophistication, and a timeless feminine quality are central to the brand identity. Preferred by makers creating premium, considered products and by customers who associate candles with refined, elevated living.

Blends Well With

Jasmine Rose Sandalwood Tuberose White Tea Vanilla White Musk Peony Ylang Ylang Bergamot

Product Details

Fragrance type Single note - pure gardenia (rich, creamy, velvety white floral)
Scent family Floral / Creamy / Luxury
Strength Moderate to strong
IFRA certified Yes
Flashpoint 98°C - add to wax below this temperature
Vanillin content 0.2% - minimal discoloration risk; test with bright white wax
Soy wax usage rate Up to 10% of total wax weight
Paraffin wax usage rate Up to 6% of total wax weight
Wax compatibility Soy · Paraffin · Coconut · Blended waxes
Cure time (soy) 48-72 hours
Cure time (paraffin) 24-48 hours
Wick recommendation Eco wicks or wooden wicks - test per container and wax type
Best candle styles Container candles · Luxury jar candles · Tealights · Pillar candles
Best collections Luxury · Bridal · Romantic · Spa · White Floral · Valentine's · Mother's Day
Available sizes 15g · 50g · 100g · 500g · 1000g
Pricing Rs. 105.02 / Rs. 223.02 / Rs. 433 / Rs. 2,166 / Rs. 4,332 - all inclusive of taxes

CSI Gardenia vs Mass-Market Floral Fragrance Oils

Feature CSI Gardenia Typical Mass-Market Floral Fragrance Oil
IFRA certification ✓ Fully IFRA certified - safe across all product categories Often uncertified or certification not disclosed
Scent authenticity ✓ True-to-life gardenia - rich, creamy, velvety bloom character Synthetic floral approximation - sharp and generic, not genuinely gardenia
Flashpoint disclosure ✓ 98°C clearly stated - makers can plan addition temperature safely Flashpoint rarely disclosed - makers discover issues during production
Vanillin disclosure ✓ 0.2% clearly stated - minimal risk, easy to plan for Vanillin content rarely disclosed - discoloration risk unknown
Wax-specific usage rates ✓ Separate rates for soy (10%) and paraffin (6%) Single generic percentage - no wax-type guidance
Luxury positioning ✓ True gardenia character supports premium price points and luxury brand positioning Generic synthetic floral undermines premium positioning - customers can smell the difference
Blending guidance ✓ Compatible fragrances and blend ratios listed No blending guidance provided
Supplier trust ✓ CSI - trusted by 10,000+ makers across India Unknown sourcing, no maker community or support

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. Every fragrance oil we stock is IFRA certified - so you can use it across product categories with confidence. Trusted by 10,000+ candle makers across India. All prices are inclusive of taxes.
The luxury floral every premium collection deserves.
Rich, creamy, velvety gardenia. IFRA certified. Single note. 0.2% vanillin. Flashpoint 98°C. Moderate to strong throw across soy, paraffin, coconut, and blended waxes. Available in 15g to 1000g from CandleMakingSuppliesIndia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this Gardenia Fragrance Oil smell like?
Rich, creamy, and velvety - a true-to-life gardenia bloom. Softer and creamier than jasmine, more velvety than rose, with natural sweetness and green freshness underneath. Luxurious, romantic, and immediately elegant - the fragrance associated with high-end floristry, bridal events, and classic fine fragrance.
What is the recommended fragrance load for soy wax candles?
Up to 10% for soy wax candles with a cure time of 48-72 hours. Up to 6% for paraffin wax candles with a cure time of 24-48 hours. Important: add this fragrance oil to wax at a temperature below 98°C (the flashpoint). Standard soy wax addition temperatures of 60-65°C are well within the safe range.
Will this discolour my candles?
Minimal risk. Vanillin content is 0.2% - very low. For most wax colours, ivory, and cream-toned wax this is not a practical concern. If making bright white candles, run a small test batch first to confirm there is no very slight yellowing over time before committing to full production.
Why is the flashpoint lower than other oils at 98°C?
Different fragrance oil compounds have different flashpoints - 98°C is the temperature above which this oil can ignite under specific conditions. Always add fragrance oil to wax below its flashpoint. For soy wax at the standard 60-65°C addition temperature, this is completely safe. Check your specific wax's recommended addition temperature and ensure it is below 98°C.
What fragrances blend well with Gardenia?
Jasmine for a layered white floral depth (try 60:40 gardenia:jasmine). Rose for a classic romantic bouquet. Sandalwood for a warm floral-woody luxury base. Tuberose for an intensely heady white floral blend. White tea for a light spa direction. Vanilla for a softer, creamier finish.
What sizes are available?
15g (Rs. 105.02), 50g (Rs. 223.02), 100g (Rs. 433), 500g (Rs. 2,166), and 1000g (Rs. 4,332). All prices inclusive of taxes from CandleMakingSuppliesIndia.
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