Wax melts work by layering different fragrance notes, and the amount of fragrance oil in each melt makes a huge difference in how long the scent lasts. Fragrance notes are divided into three layers:
Top notes (like citrus or light florals) are what you smell first. They’re bright and zesty but burn off quickly, usually within 30 minutes to an hour.
Heart (middle) notes (like jasmine, rose, or lavender) come through once the top notes fade. These are the core of the scent and last several hours, giving the melt its main personality.
Base notes (like musk, vanilla, or wood) are the heavy hitters that stick around the longest. These can linger for hours after the melt is turned off, keeping your space cosy and inviting.
Now, most wax melts and candles you’ll find only have about 8% to 10% fragrance oil. This means that after the top notes burn off, the scent starts to fade fast. But when you increase the amount of fragrance oil, like the 30% in Daya’s Essence melts, you get a longer-lasting and more balanced scent experience. So, your home stays fresh for much longer—especially with those comforting base notes holding on!
Read more on our blog: Scent Throw Notes.