classiccandle Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 I'm considering ordering some FO's from Peaks (I've never ordered from them before) to use in GW444 soy wax. Does anyone have any recommendations on what fragrances have a good HT with this wax? Thanks!Russ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudMarineMom Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 You can't go wrong with Peaks. They have very nice oils. I use 464, not 444, but some of my (and my testers) favorites are:Asian SandalwoodBlack Canyon (very strong)Botanical Orchard and NectarCaramel AppleWhite Lily and AmberJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallTayl Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 Cranberry Apple Marmalade is fabulous.Lavender is really strong - REALLY strongSweet Pumpkin Spice is nice.Amish Harvest came alive when lit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noodle Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 Peaks scents are incredible! That said, my favorites are:PlumeriaMandarin PlumLilacOrange BlossomFrench VanillaCoconut Milk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuminousBoutique Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 To be honest, I've tried almost everything from peaks, and I havent really found a bad one yet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IwantItgreen Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 I like their cappuccino hazelnut, white tea & ginger, peppermint, black canyon, sweet citrus basil. Their French Vanilla & amber is strong, but I dislike it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomara Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 Peaks is just a gem of a place. I love these oils in candles...I blend my own 464/4633April Downy FreshBanana Nut BreadCoconut MilkBrown Sugar and FigBreakfast at TiffanysBlack CanyonRed CurrantPatchouli (not my personal favorite - but folks rave over it)Strawberries and Cream.Twilight WoodsI have so more testers, but this is what I have gotten so far that I just love. HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparky38351 Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 I have to second Twilight woods, and also Peach Mango Salsa! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravens Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 Love most of their oils. Off the top of my head, some of my very favorites are: White tea & gingerAmish kitchenCinnamon & balsamCranberry apple marmaladeHyacinthOrange chiffon cakeStrawberry & rhubarbPear spiceHTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonshine Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 Downy Fresh is the best ever- Winter Wonderland is so strong and clean smelling- I wouldnt classify it as just a Christmas scent and the Paris Twilight is very strong- this one I was not sure about at first but I have come to really like it- everytime you smell it you pick up on the different notes-its very differentand lemon pound cake is incredible and I hate food smells! and the peppermint is the best peppermint I have found so far- I am beginning to really like this companyAnyone try their spiced pear? I am glad to of read this thread so I know what samples to order next! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sndfrddy Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 THese are strong in candles and good sellers. Blackberry SageAmish HarvestDowneyTall GrassOceanLilacBlueberry Muffin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IwantItgreen Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 Anyone try their spiced pear? I am glad to of read this thread so I know what samples to order next!Sure have, love it. Strong too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorraine Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 I was wondering.....how many oz of FO do you use pp of wax? Reason I'm asking is Peaks enclosed a slip of paper saying that their oils are tested to perform well at 1/2 oz pp of wax, and for highly scented candles, you may use up to 1 oz pp. I always use 1&1/2 oz of FO (from other suppliers) pp of soywax so that threw me for a loop! Does anyone use only 1/2 oz of Peaks FO's pp of wax? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IwantItgreen Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 I was wondering.....how many oz of FO do you use pp of wax? Reason I'm asking is Peaks enclosed a slip of paper saying that their oils are tested to perform well at 1/2 oz pp of wax, and for highly scented candles, you may use up to 1 oz pp. I always use 1&1/2 oz of FO (from other suppliers) pp of soywax so that threw me for a loop! Does anyone use only 1/2 oz of Peaks FO's pp of wax?The 1/2 oz ppo would be for paraffin. I use a parasoy blend and 7% for candles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorraine Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 IwantItGreen~ Thanks for your reply! I am very mathematically challenged, so can you tell me what that 7% means in ounces! lol! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IwantItgreen Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 Ya it's a little less than 1 1/4oz. For easy figuring I always figure 2 grams FO/ oz of wax.example: 15 oz wax gets 30 grams FO added. (1 oz = 28 grams) so 15 + 1 = 16oz or 1 lb. 16 oz gets 32 grams. HTH! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 To be honest, I've tried almost everything from peaks, and I havent really found a bad one yet!Ditto! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorraine Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 Ya it's a little less than 1 1/4oz. For easy figuring I always figure 2 grams FO/ oz of wax.example: 15 oz wax gets 30 grams FO added. (1 oz = 28 grams) so 15 + 1 = 16oz or 1 lb. 16 oz gets 32 grams. HTH!Thank you!!! I'll try 1 1/4 oz pp for some tarts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomara Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 (edited) Quote:Originally Posted by moonshine Anyone try their spiced pear? I am glad to of read this thread so I know what samples to order next!Sure have, love it. Strong too.Didn't care for it myself, not enough spice for me. Edited January 20, 2011 by Tomara added original quote Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shewill5 Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 Peaks is my absolute favorite for FO's because everything I've tried has been great. These are what my customers like the best:Pink SugarPomegranateDowny French VanillaAmish HarvestLove SpellThat's what I can think of off the top of my head but it's my go to place for most FO's and I'm placing an order today so this thread is great for more ideas. One more thing, their customer service rocks! I love that chat thingy they have Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
classiccandle Posted January 20, 2011 Author Share Posted January 20, 2011 Thanks everyone for the recommendations! I've ordered 1 oz sample sizes of the following and will let you know the results once the candles have cured.Red CurrantCoconut Lime VerbenaLavenderVanilla MintBlack CanyonFrench Vanilla & AmberAsian SandalwoodCranberry Apple MarmaladeBlackberry SageAmish HarvestI have to say they're quick! I ordered today and not two hours later received an email stating my order had already shipped! Nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuminousBoutique Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 very fast, I often recieve my order next day but second day at the latest- in salt lake city from denver.. its real fast. I'd never pay for anything over ground with them because of the speed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemylabs Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 We ordered a bunch of their sample oils a couple of weeks ago and OMG...I am so sold and many of them. We just placed another order and ordered 2 pounds of the Black Canyon. LOVE this! We have several you mentioned...you're gonna love em'! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IwantItgreen Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 I received a newsletter from Peaks today and just posted about a shipping discount over in the Marketplace under weekly sales forum!Hope this helps ya all out some! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyme1911 Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 You guy's haven't mentioned Wild Mountain Honey...love love love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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