Strawberry Shortcake Fragrance Oil: A Sweet, True-to-Life Scent for Candles, Soaps and More

Strawberry Shortcake Fragrance Oil is a sweet, dessert-inspired scent that layers fresh strawberries over buttery shortbread and whipped cream, giving your candles, soaps and bath products a warm, true-to-life bakery aroma. Azlok's version is a pale yellow to amber liquid with a strong, sweet character, and it starts at Rs.299 for a 100 GM pack.

What it smells like

The blend opens with a bright, sugary top note that reads instantly as ripe strawberry. In the middle, that fruity aroma softens and rounds out. The base is where the "shortcake" comes through, with vanilla, cream and cake notes that keep the fragrance sweet without turning sharp. It's a comforting, homely scent rather than a fresh or citrus one.

What you can make with it

This is a versatile cosmetic and craft fragrance oil. According to its intended uses, it suits a wide range of projects:

• Candles and wax melts for a bakery-style home fragrance
• Bath bombs and bath fizzies
• Cold-process and melt-and-pour soaps
• Facial and body scrubs
• Creams and lotions
• Lip balms and lipsticks
• Perfume oils and roll-ons

How to use it

A little goes a long way with a strong sweet aroma like this one. Always work to the recommended usage rate for your specific base, and add fragrance at the correct stage of your recipe.

1. Candles: Add the oil once your melted wax has cooled to the temperature suggested by your wax supplier, usually just before pouring, and stir gently for a couple of minutes to bind it evenly.
2. Soaps: Blend into your soap base at light trace for cold process, or into melted soap just before pouring for melt-and-pour.
3. Scrubs, creams and balms: Add at the cool-down phase, after heating, so the fragrance isn't lost.
4. Perfume oils: Dilute into a carrier oil rather than using it neat on skin.

Start with a small test batch to judge strength before committing to a large pour. Because this is a sweet fragrance, a slightly lower dose often smells more natural than an overloaded one.

Safety notes

Fragrance oils are for external, cosmetic and craft use only. Please keep a few honest points in mind:

• Do not ingest. Despite the dessert scent, this is a fragrance oil, not a food flavouring.
• Patch-test any leave-on skin product before regular use, and stick to safe usage percentages for lip and skin applications.
• Keep away from children and pets, and store the bottle tightly closed.
• Refer to the MSDS for handling details and observe safe usage rates for each product type.
• Avoid direct contact with eyes; if the neat oil gets on skin, wash it off with soap and water.

Buying and storage

Azlok stocks this fragrance oil in a broad range of pack sizes, from a 100 GM bottle for hobbyists up to 500 GM, 1 KG, 5 KG, 10 KG, 20 KG and 25 KG for makers running a small business or bulk production. It's made in India and carries a shelf life of two years.

To keep the aroma fresh, store the oil in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat, with the cap firmly sealed to reduce evaporation and scent loss. If you're buying in bulk, decant a small working bottle so the main container is opened less often.

FAQ

Can I use Strawberry Shortcake Fragrance Oil in food or drinks?

No. This is a fragrance oil meant for candles, soaps, scrubs and other cosmetic or craft products. It is not a food-grade flavouring and should never be eaten or added to food and beverages.

Is it safe for lip balm and skin products?

It is listed as suitable for lip balms, lipsticks, creams and scrubs, but only when used at the correct, safe percentage for skin and lip products. Always patch-test first and follow standard cosmetic usage guidelines.

How much fragrance oil should I add to candles?

Follow the usage rate recommended for your specific wax, as different waxes hold different amounts. As a rule, add it once the wax has cooled to the supplier's suggested pouring temperature and stir well.

What colour is the oil, and will it affect my product?

It ranges from pale yellow to amber. In light-coloured soaps or candles it may add a slight tint, so test a small batch if a pure white finish matters to you.

How long does it last?

The stated shelf life is two years. Keep it sealed in a cool, dry, dark place to preserve the strength of the aroma for as long as possible.