How to Make Solid Perfume or Aroma Balm

To create a solid perfume or aroma balm that can be applied to the body and inhaled, you will need a few key ingredients:

• Wax: Provides the solid structure. Natural White Beeswax is a good option.
• Butter or Carrier Oil: Acts as a base and helps moisturize the skin. Shea Butter and Jojoba Oil are excellent choices.
• Fragrance: Provides the desired scent. You can use fragrance oils like Jasmine Fragrance Oil or essential oils.

Example Formulation Ratio

A simple starting point for a solid balm is:

• Wax (e.g., Natural White Beeswax): 20-30%
• Butter/Oil (e.g., Shea Butter, Jojoba Oil, or a blend): 70-80%
• Fragrance Oil/Essential Oil (e.g., Jasmine Fragrance Oil): 1-5% (adjust based on desired strength and IFRA limits for skin application)

You can adjust the percentage of wax to make the balm harder (more wax) or softer (less wax).

Steps for Making Solid Perfume/Aroma Balm

1. Measure Ingredients: Weigh out your wax, butter, and oil according to your chosen ratio.
2. Melt Solid Ingredients: Combine the wax and butter (if using) in a heat-safe container. Gently heat using a double boiler or microwave until fully melted. Be careful not to overheat.
3. Combine with Oil: Once the wax and butter are melted, stir in the liquid carrier oil (like Jojoba Oil).
4. Cool Slightly: Remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool for a minute or two. It should still be liquid but not extremely hot.
5. Add Fragrance: Stir in your fragrance oil or essential oil. Mix thoroughly to ensure it is evenly distributed.
6. Pour: Carefully pour the liquid mixture into your desired containers (small tins, jars, or lip balm tubes).
7. Cool and Solidify: Let the balm cool completely at room temperature until it is solid. Avoid moving the containers while they are solidifying.
8. Cap and Label: Once fully solid, cap your containers and label them.

Balm vs. Oil Scent Longevity

Generally, a solid balm tends to have a longer-lasting scent compared to a liquid oil applied to the skin. This is because the wax in the balm helps to hold the fragrance molecules, allowing them to evaporate more slowly over time. Liquid oils can spread out more quickly and the fragrance may dissipate faster from the skin surface.