Using Linalool, Limonene, and Geraniol in Reed Diffusers and Candles

Yes, ingredients like Linalool, Limonene, and Geraniol are commonly used in home fragrance products such as reed diffusers and candles.

1. For Reed Diffusers and Candles:

   • Linalool, Limonene, and Geraniol are all suitable for use in both reed diffusers and candles. The choice depends on the desired scent profile you want to achieve.
   • Linalool has a floral, slightly woody scent.
   • Limonene has a fresh, citrusy aroma.
   • Geraniol offers a rosy, floral note.
   • Regarding Ethyl Linalool, yes, it can also be used in reed diffusers and candles. Ethyl Linalool is a synthetic aroma chemical similar to Linalool but often described as having a fresher, more diffusive character. It is suitable for these applications.

2. Recommended for Candles:

   • All the mentioned ingredients (Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, and Ethyl Linalool) can be used in candles. When formulating candles, it's important to consider the flash point of the fragrance materials and ensure they are properly dissolved in the wax.

3. Necessity of Combining with Existing Scents:

   • These ingredients are versatile and can be used alone or as part of a more complex fragrance blend.
   • It is not strictly necessary to combine them with existing scents, but they are often used to enhance, modify, or build upon natural scents.
   • For example, Linalool is a natural component of lavender oil, so adding Linalool to a lavender fragrance can boost its floral notes. Similarly, Limonene is found in citrus oils, and Geraniol in rose and geranium oils.
   • Blending allows you to create unique and layered fragrances beyond single notes.