Saturday, August 15, 2009

Product FAQ


What kind of wax is used in Scentsy Bars and Scentsy Bricks?
Scentsy wickless candle bars are made with a custom, food-grade paraffin wax blend. It is designed for a specific scent load and low melt point.

What kind of fragrance is used in Scentsy products?
Scentsy products are manufactured with fragrance oils. Fragrance oils can be all-natural or laboratory-reproduced copies of natural aromatic chemicals, depending on cost-effectiveness. In some cases, Scentsy products also contain essential oils–natural oils derived from plants that can have therapeutic effects and are produced without regard to their cost-effectiveness. Scentsy products may contain essential oils but do not necessarily contain them, so we make no claims about essential oils in our marketing. Please beware of unscrupulous marketing campaigns. “Infused with essential oil” could mean nothing more than one drop of essential oil in a very large batch. “Inspired by essential oil” means nothing more than the product contains fragrance oil.

Do Scentsy products contain phthalates?
No. Scentsy products are made with fragrance oils that do not contain phthalates.

How long will a Scentsy Bar’s fragrance last?
That depends on a number of factors, including the size of the room, the humidity and temperature in the room, and how many sections of a Scentsy Bar are used at a time. Your biological makeup and unique reaction to smell will also influence how long a scent seems to last.In general, a Scentsy Bar lasts approximately 40 to 80 hours. This wide variation in time is due to the composition of different fragrances as well as the factors described above. A light fragrance such as mint will not last as long as a heavy bakery fragrance.

How are Scentsy Bars and Bricks measured?
Scentsy Bars and Scentsy Bricks are measured by weight, not volume. A Scentsy Bar weighs at least 2.4 oz; a Scentsy Brick weighs at least 16 oz. Individual Bars and Bricks may weigh a little more, depending on the fragrance, but they will never weigh less.

What wattage of light bulb do Scentsy Warmers use?
Our Full-Size Scentsy Warmers use a maximum 25-watt bulb. Scentsy Mid-Size Warmers use a maximum 20-watt bulb, and a Plug-In Scentsy Warmers take a maximum 15-watt bulb. Each warmer comes with a light bulb.

Are Scentsy Warmers UL listed?
Each electrical component used in the manufacture of a Deluxe Scentsy Warmer is UL listed: the housing the light bulb screws into, the cord, the plug and the switch. The UL number can be found right on each of the components except the switch (which is too small to include a UL number but does have the “UL” trademark on it).

How do I change the wax in a Scentsy Warmer?
For a Full- or Mid-Size Scentsy Warmer, turn the Warmer off first. Then, carefully pour liquid wax back into the original Clamshell if it is still fragrant and you’d like to reuse it, or into a disposable container if to throw it away. Wipe the dish out with a paper towel and you are ready to start with a new fragrance. For a Plug-In Scentsy Warmer, turn the unit off for 30-60 seconds and carefully use a paper towel to wipe the wax out of the warmer.

Frequently Asked Questions


What is Scentsy?
Scentsy is a direct selling, wickless candle company headquartered in Meridian, Idaho. The company is owned by Orville and Heidi Thompson and sells its products through a field sales force of 40,000 independent sales representatives known as Independent Scentsy Consultants, who market and sell Scentsy products through home parties.

What products does Scentsy sell?
Scentsy sells wickless candles, ceramic warmers and home-fragrance products.

What are wickless candles?
A wickless candle, called a Scentsy Bar or a Scentsy Brick, is a highly fragrant wax bar that is warmed to release fragrance into the air. Because the wax is gently warmed rather than burned, it can hold more fragrance oil than a traditional candle. And, because there is no flame, there is no smoke, soot or lead. Scentsy wickless candles are a safer alternative to traditional candles.

How is the wax warmed?
Scentsy’s beautiful ceramic warmers house a low-watt light bulb that slowly melts the Scentsy Bar or Scentsy Brick, filling your home with one of more than 80 unique, long-lasting scents.

The combination of a Scentsy Warmer with a Scentsy Bar is known as a Scentsy System.

Where are Scentsy products made?
Scentsy’s wickless candles and home-fragrance products are made in Scentsy’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Meridian, Idaho. Our ceramic warmers are designed by Scentsy and made to our exacting specifications by our manufacturing partner.

Can I buy Scentsy in a retail location?
No. Scentsy is a direct selling company with a field sales force, known as Independent Scentsy Consultants, who sell our products through home parties, open houses, fairs and shows and fundraisers. Scentsy products are perfect for sharing in a party environment.

How can I buy Scentsy products?
Contact your local Independent Scentsy Consultant, Bambi Johnston to place an order or host a party. When you host a party, you have a chance to share more than 80 unique Scentsy fragrances and dozens of warmers with your friends and family. Scentsy parties are easy to host–and you can earn free and half-price products while you’re having fun!

Does Scentsy have a catalog of products?
Yes. Each year, Scentsy releases two new catalogs–one in March for the Spring/Summer season and one in September for the Fall/Winter season. Click here to see our latest catalog, or call or e-mail me to receive your own catalog.

Start Your Business Now


We’re looking for real people, not “sales” people.
Scentsy’s philosophy of simplicity, authenticity, and value is working—we’re one of the fastest growing and most successful companies the direct selling industry has ever seen. And you’re invited to grow right along with us!

Whether you’re looking for a little extra income or a full-time career, we’ll give you the support you need to reach your dreams. Financial freedom, a flexible schedule, and a company you can believe in – for Scentsy consultants, it really is that simple.

Hostess Rewards



When was the last time you had a girls’ night out that saved you money instead of costing you money?

Hosting a Scentsy Party is rewarding in more ways than one. While you’re enjoying time with friends and family, you’re also earning Hostess Rewards (free and half-price Scentsy products) at the same time.

Your Scentsy Consultant will provide all the support, advice and resources you need to make the party a success. When the party’s over, your Consultant will tally up the results and help you get the maximum benefit of the Hostess Rewards you so richly deserve.

It’s so simple. Your Hostess Rewards are based on the dollar amount of product sold at your party, excluding any sales tax or shipping charges that may apply. And don’t worry if everyone you’ve invited can’t make it—any orders you collect in advance still count toward your Hostess Rewards.

And it gets better! For every guest at your Scentsy Party who in turn books their own Scentsy Party, you receive one additional half-price item. It’s just our way of saying “Thanks.”

Hostess Rewards
Guest Sales Credit Toward Free Products Half- Price Items
$150 - $249 10% 1
$250 - $399 10% 2
$400 - $999 15% 3
$1000 and up 15% 4
Here’s an example of how it works:
  • If guest orders at your Scentsy party total $500, you would earn $75 (15%) in FREE Scentsy products, as well as 3 items at half-price.
  • If guest orders at your Scentsy Party total $300, you would earn $30 (10%) in FREE Scentsy products, as well as 2 items at half price.
  • If two guests at your Scentsy Party book their own Scentsy Parties, you get 2 additional half-price items.
Call me now to book your party at (805) 964-2178 or (559) 759-9753. You can also e-mail me at IMBAMBIJ@AOL.COM.   

CLICK HERE to schedule your Scentsy party

Scentsy Fundraisers


Looking for a unique fundraising idea for your favorite youth group or community organization? Sure, you could put on another bake sale, carwash, or auction—but why not try something different? A Scentsy Fundraiser is a fun, easy, and profitable alternative.
Thousands of organizations—church groups, 4-H clubs, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, gymnastics teams, day care centers, marching bands, booster clubs and many others—participate in fundraising programs every year. And studies show that the most successful fundraisers are built around product sales to family, friends, and neighbors rather than sending children out to knock on strangers’ doors.

Why a Scentsy Fundraiser?
The best part of holding a Scentsy Fundraiser is that it’s so easy. I will provide professional service and support with all the details and logistics. And when you work with Scentsy, you can be confident that everyone who participates in your fundraiser will get real value for their contribution.


Scentsy products are simple, safe and beautiful. Unlike traditional candles, Scentsy products are wickless, flameless, soot-free, lead-free and smokeless, so they can be used in offices and public buildings as well as private homes. They’re safe, family-friendly and fun to use. What’s not to like about that?

How to Get Started
Here’s all you need to do:

  • Contact your sponsoring organization (the group you’re raising money for).
  • Set your fundraising goal.
  • Contact me at (805) 984-2028 or (559) 759-9753

I will guide and support you and your organization through every step of the process. I will make sure you have the latest Scentsy Fundraising catalog featuring products and fragrances specifically suited to fundraising drives.

Participant Rewards
Percentages are based on the volume of Scentsy products sold. Fundraising participants can earn anywhere from 10% - 30% of product sales for their sponsoring organization or group. Consultants and Hostesses also have the option of donating their commissions or Hostess Rewards for an even greater return.


Working on a Scentsy Fundraiser is rewarding in so many ways besides financial—nothing builds a sense of community and team spirit like working together toward a common goal for a good cause.