Aroma beads are a great way to enjoy your favorite scents while you work or relax. They’re also a great way to keep your home smelling fresh. However, sometimes aroma beads can smell a little weak. If you’d like to make them smell stronger, here is what you can do.
Add essential oil to the aroma beads to help them smell stronger. Let them sit in a plastic bag, giving the oil time to absorb into the beads. You may need to shift the beads around in the oil to help disperse it evenly.
Once the beads have been saturated with oil, you can put them in a container of your choice. Let’s take a closer look at this problem and some related information.
How Long Do Aroma Beads Hold Scent
Although this depends on the type of project at hand, most aroma beads will continue holding their scent for around 45 days. But, it could be even longer in cooler months, especially if you often use freshies. Besides, some fragrances are naturally stronger than others.
Remember, sometimes the scent might still be there even after a few months only that you won’t recognize it because of too much familiarity with the smell. So, if guests in your home can still recognize the fragrance, or your car passengers/ anyone who is not accustomed to the smell compliment you for it, it means it’s still active.
What Oils Do You Use For Aroma Beads
There is no right or wrong fragrance oil to use for your aroma beads. It all depends on your preference. So, just go for oils that strike your sense of smell.
However, if you aren’t sure whether the oil you choose will smell good or not, go for the fragrance whose out-of-the-bottle scent attracts you most, as the final smell will be more or less of the same scent.
Whenever choosing fragrance oils, consider also the color, because the darker they’re the higher the possibility of influencing the color of your aroma beads. So, work with oils that compliment your expected final design.
Additionally, the fact that you like the way an oil smells on wax, does not necessarily mean you will like it on your beads. Always stick to the out-of-the-bottle smell. It gives you the most realistic experience.
Can You Use Essential Oils In Aroma Beads
Yes, essential oils work perfectly with aroma beads. So, if for example, you’re making a car air freshener, you can use your favorite essential oil.
Can You Prolong The Lifespan Of Your Aroma Beads
There are various things you can do to extend the life of your aroma beads. First and foremost, if you have been exposing them to direct sunlight or extreme heat for far too long, it’s time to stop as this makes them drain off fast.
If for example, you have been placing your car freshies on/near the window, remove it from there and place it somewhere cooler and darker whenever you’re not driving.
Furthermore, although airflow is critical in helping disperse your aroma beads fragrance across your room/space, too much of it can make it disappear pretty fast.
So, always ensure your beads are hung away from the vent to prevent them from quickly losing the scent. If you must place it near your vent to allow the fragrance diffuse quickly, ensure you remove it from there as soon as you’re done.
Lastly, whenever using aroma beads in a jar, it’s best if you store them in an airtight container whenever not in use. It will preserve the scent for when you need it- when in the room.
Can You Increase Aroma Bead Scent Throw
Truth is, it’s impossible to create a hot scent throw with your aroma beads. However, there are a few things you can do to maximize the scent throw without changing the fragrance oil.
For instance, you can start by trying to increase the airflow circulation in your space/room. This is the best way to enhance the efficiency of the cold scent to spread throughout your home/car/space.
Alternatively, you can try optimizing the scent of your beads by setting them in the sun. However, be careful not to let them melt. The secret is to get them a little bit warmer to trigger a better scent throw.
Can Scented Aroma Beads Last Longer In Storage
First, it’s important to always consider using your scented aroma beads within 1 year to enjoy the strongest scent. However, some will only serve you best if used within 6 months. That said, if for any reason you find yourself storing the freshies for more than 6-12 months, you can still work things out in your favor.
Remember, at this point, the scent is most likely not as strong as you would want it to be. So, to revive it, add extra fragrance oil, which should be around 20-30% depending on the size of your beads. However, if you had already scented your beads with the maximum fragrance oil load, they might not absorb extra oil.
How Best Can You Store Unused Aroma Beads
If you end up making more aroma beads than you presently need, you might want to store them properly for future use. How you store them, however, depends on their use.
If you made extra car freshies, for example, consider storing them in Mylar bags for prolonged life. For unused scented beads, it’s best to store them in an airtight glass jar container and place them in a cool, dry, and dark place.
Can You Make Holes In Your Freshies And Hang Them
Absolutely yes! The easiest way to go about this is using a roofing nail. First, ensure you place the nail in your mold before adding the aroma beads. Afterward, carefully pour the beads around the nail before popping it out as you take your air freshies out of the molds.
Also, consider drilling a hole on your freshly baked freshies. However, this can be a bit difficult, especially for a beginner, and will work best on thicker freshies. When drilling such holes, it’s best to secure the air freshener to avoid unnecessary accidents. It’s also best if you do this on an old wood surface that you wouldn’t mind damaging.
Can Your Aroma Beads Melt If You Leave Them In The Car
As mentioned earlier, your freshies might begin re-melting if you leave them exposed in your car’s high temperatures, especially on a hot day. This also depends on where you pack your car and your current location.
Whichever the case, this shouldn’t be a problem if you regularly use your car. But, if you don’t plan to use it for a few days, you might want to take your freshies out of the car or store them in a cool place.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use aroma beads in a diffuser by adding water and the desired essential oil to the diffuser.
There are a few things you can do to increase the scent of your aroma beads. You can start by trying to increase the airflow circulation in your space/room. Alternatively, you can try optimizing the scent of your beads by setting them in the sun. However, be careful not to let them melt. The secret is to get them a little bit warmer to trigger a better scent throw.
Yes, you can make aroma beads without a mold by using a piping bag with a round nozzle.
If you end up making more aroma beads than you presently need, you might want to store them properly for future use. How you store them, however, depends on their use.
If you made extra car freshies, for example, consider storing them in Mylar bags for prolonged life. For unused scented beads, it’s best to store them in an airtight glass jar container and place them in a cool, dry, and dark place.
Conclusion
Aroma beads are a great way to enjoy your favorite essential oil scents while on the go. They are also perfect for those who have sensitivities to smells as they do not use heat or water to disperse the scent.
You can make them at home with a few supplies and this guide! If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the comments below. Thanks for reading!
