The Best Way to Store Wax Melts for Lasting Scent
Wax melts are made to fill your home with lasting fragrance - but storage plays a huge part in how they perform. With the right care, your Tillybell melts stay as beautiful and strong as the day they were poured. Here's how to keep them fresh and ready to use.
1. Keep Them Cool and Dry
Wax melts don't like heat or moisture. Always store them in a cool, dry space away from direct sunlight and radiators. Heat can soften the wax, and humidity can dull the fragrance oils. A cupboard or drawer at room temperature is ideal.
2. Avoid Direct Sunlight
Sunlight can fade colour and scent. Even our luxury coconut wax melts are best kept away from bright windowsills or warm shelves to protect their natural fragrance.
3. Use Airtight Containers
Fragrance slowly escapes when exposed to air. Store your melts in airtight jars, tins, or sealable bags to keep their scent locked in. Label each container if you mix different fragrances to make them easy to identify later.
4. Separate Your Scents
Different fragrance families can blend if stored too closely. Keep floral, fruity, and woody scents apart to preserve their unique aroma. Each Tillybell melt is hand-poured with premium UK fragrance oils - storing them separately keeps each scent pure.
5. Store Away from Cleaning Products
Cleaning chemicals and air fresheners can alter the scent of your melts over time. Avoid utility rooms and cupboards with detergents. A neutral, cool space, like a linen cupboard or bedside drawer, is best.
6. Rotate Older Melts First
Wax melts don't expire, but fragrance can naturally fade after 12–18 months. Use your older melts first to enjoy every scent at its strongest. Think of it like rotating your favourite perfumes.
Why It Matters
Good storage isn't just about scent - it protects the quality of the wax too. Our Tillybell coconut wax melts are crafted for a clean, even melt and long-lasting fragrance. Storing them well ensures every melt performs exactly as it should - smooth, even, and luxurious.
Final Tip
Treat your wax melts like fine fragrance: away from heat, light, and moisture. A little care goes a long way. With proper storage, your wax melts will stay fresh and ready to make every room smell wonderful.