Azlok's Vanilla & Tonka Fragrance Oil is a warm, creamy scent oil that pairs sweet vanilla with the slightly spicy, nutty character of tonka. It is designed for scenting candles, soaps, diffusers and DIY body-care products, and it comes as a clear liquid starting at ₹369 for 100 GM, with larger packs up to 25 KG for makers who buy in bulk.
What Vanilla & Tonka smells like
This is a comforting, dessert-adjacent fragrance rather than a sharp or citrusy one. The top note opens soft and sweet, the heart turns rich and creamy with a warm, nutty spice, and the base settles into vanilla, balsamic and powdery tones with a faint smokiness. That layered structure is what gives it staying power and a cosy, lingering finish.
- Top note: soft, sweet
- Middle note: rich, creamy, warm-spicy and nutty
- Base note: vanilla, balsamic, powdery, slightly smoky and warm
Where you can use it
Because it is a versatile fragrance oil, it works across a range of hobby and small-business projects:
- Candles: soy, beeswax and paraffin blends
- Soaps: cold-process, melt-and-pour and liquid soap
- Reed diffusers and room sprays
- Bath bombs and body scrubs
- Lotions, creams, lip balms and perfume oils
The warm, gourmand profile suits autumn and winter ranges, gifting sets and cosy home collections particularly well.
How to use it
Fragrance load depends on your base, so always follow your supplier's recommended maximum for the product you are making.
- Candles: Add the oil to melted wax at the correct temperature for your wax (usually around 60–70°C), stir gently for a couple of minutes, then pour. Typical usage is roughly 6–10% of wax weight, but check your wax's guidance.
- Cold-process soap: Vanilla-based fragrances can cause discolouration to tan or brown over time and may accelerate trace. Test a small batch first.
- Melt-and-pour soap: Add at a low temperature and stir well before pouring.
- Diffusers and sprays: Blend with an appropriate diffuser base or perfumer's alcohol rather than water.
- Body-care: Keep to skin-safe usage levels and follow IFRA-style limits for leave-on versus rinse-off products.
Start with a small test batch, cure it, and smell the finished product—not just the raw oil—before scaling up.
Safety and honest notes
Fragrance oils are for external, cosmetic and craft use only.
- Do not ingest and keep away from eyes.
- Patch-test any skin product on a small area first, especially if you have sensitive skin.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
- Store away from open flames; the concentrated oil is combustible.
- Vanilla-containing fragrances commonly discolour soaps and creams over time—this is normal and cosmetic.
- Refer to the product's MSDS and allergen information for detailed handling and labelling, particularly if you sell your finished goods.
Buying and storage tips
Buy the size that matches your output: 100 GM is ideal for testing and small batches, while 5 KG and above make sense for regular production. Store the bottle tightly closed in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat. Kept well, the oil has a shelf life of about 2 years. Because it is a clear liquid, it won't tint your projects on its own, so any colour comes from what you add.
You'll find Vanilla & Tonka among Azlok's range of fragrance oils intended for makers who want a dependable, cosy scent for their creations.
FAQ
Can I use Vanilla & Tonka Fragrance Oil directly on my skin?
Not undiluted. It is a concentrated fragrance oil meant to be blended into a finished product—like a lotion, balm or perfume oil—at safe usage levels. Always patch-test first.
Will it discolour my soap?
It can. Vanilla-based fragrances often turn soap and cream a tan or brown shade over time. This is a known, harmless effect, so plan your colours and packaging accordingly.
How much should I add to candles?
A common range is about 6–10% of the wax weight, but the correct amount depends on your specific wax. Follow your wax manufacturer's maximum fragrance load and test before a full batch.
Is this a natural vanilla extract?
No. It is a fragrance oil formulated to smell like vanilla and tonka, not a food-grade extract. It is intended for candles, soaps, diffusers and cosmetic products, not for eating.
How long does it last once opened?
Roughly 2 years when stored in a cool, dry place with the cap tightly closed and kept out of direct sunlight and heat.