Important Note
This particular formulation of fragrance oil has been specially crafted to ensure compatibility with soaps, candles, reed diffusers, perfumes, haircare, skincare, and cosmetic preparations. Please be advised that this oil may not be suitable for use in cold air diffusers, as it is an extremely potent formulation. For that specific need, we recommend customers to select our other specially formulated fragrance oils designed for that specific application.
TRADEMARK DISCLAIMER
OPIUM POUR HOMME (MEN)™ is a trademark of L'Oréal S.A. VINEVIDA and its products are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in any way associated with L'Oréal S.A. or its trademarks.
NO. 3716 Fragrance Oil for Soaps & Candles
NO. 3716 is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for men. It captures the very essence of the iconic women’s fragrance - Opium and redefines it to recreate the delicious complexity, luxurious opulence and exotic character of this sublime fragrance for men.
This perfectly balanced oriental spice composition, marries uplifting and invigorating top notes with spiced florals and warm, deep, and exotic aromatics.
Bold, sensual, magnetic. It is a stunning masculine statement of iconic opulence.
Fragrance TypeOriental Spicy |
Who is it for?Men |
SeasonFall & Winter |
IntensityBalanced |
Scent Profile
A twist of reviving Citronella brings citrus sparkle and fire, tempered with its cool undercurrent of green tropical grasses. A whisper of uplifting Lavender adds subtle floral aromatics and vivid jewelled globes of Blackcurrant sink you into sumptuous, tart, fruit notes, leading you into the spiced heartspace.
Airy buds of Carnations infuse the heart with its subtle floracy and powdery, clove-like spiciness. Warming and inviting accords of Black Pepper, echo memories of a bustling spice market at dusk, warm aromas of Clove and intricate floral Pushpalmala’s swirl in perfect harmony. Galangal anchors and perfectly balances the heart notes with it’s clean, sharp and spicy character.
Tolu Balsam’s gentle resinous depth creates a lingering, velvety radiance and soft, sweet balsamic glow. Subtle leathery undertones and the earthy depth of Patchouli evoke luxury and innate sensuality, like nightfall in an opulent gentleman’s lounge. A sweet, balsamic and creamy Amber and soft Vanilla accord provides radiant diffusion, lifting the heart notes and enhancing longevity. Towering Cedar accords bring structure and create a scent that leaves its mark long after departure.
Choose NO. 3716 for its fragrant oriental resonance and bold sophistication. Balancing tart fruit notes, aromatic herbs and powdery florals with fresh spices, glowing Amber, dry Cedar and sweet Vanilla accords. Creating a luxurious, bold and long lasting fragrance. Perfectly designed for men who command attention with sophistication and gentle warmth.
Fragrance Notes
- Top: Black Currant, Star Anise
- Mid: Pepper, Galangal
- Bottom: Vanilla, Bourbon, Tolu Balsam, Cedar
Flash Point
178 °F (81 °C)
Key Highlights
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Uses for NO. 3716 Fragrance Oil
Scenting The Home
- Where - All through the home, ideally suited to living spaces and bedrooms
- Why - To infuse your home with elegant Oriental depth and smoky sensuality
- When - Every day use, perfect for creating a bold, magnetic and mysterious aura
Candles & Wax Melts
Try NO. 3716 in candles and wax melts to create elegant and radiant products with its fiery, sensual aroma. It has a magnetic, smoky aromatic character that is perfect for scented candles with bold, masculine themes. It is ideal for birthdays and life celebrations for sophisticated men of all ages.
Try coloring them in black and red lacquer, or gilded gold colorways and finish with sophisticated fonts to suit this luxurious Oriental Spicy aroma.
IFRA - The maximum dilution in Category 12 for Candles and Wax Melts is 27.99%
Reed Diffusers
Make alluring and refined Reed Diffusers designed for small spaces. Try them on the sitting room lamp table and on the bedside cabinet for its luxurious and sophisticated spiced aroma, perfectly balanced with cool citrus and herbal accords.
IFRA - The maximum dilution in Category 10A for Reed Diffusers is 0.23%
Room and Linen Sprays
Create your own sprays to set the scene and scent the furniture, sheets, and carpets with a quick spritz of this magnetic Oriental Spicy fragrance. Fill your room with its warm, smoky character, it is a fragrance of bold, sensual masculinity.
IFRA - The maximum dilution in Category 10B for Room and Linen Spray products is 0.55%
Cleaning & Home Care
NO. 3716 is ideal for creating modern cleaning products with its warm spiced accords. It’s perfect for bringing refined masculinity to kitchens, bathrooms and for home laundry care.
It would make the ideal aroma for scenting your home laundry to match your Signature Scent. However, this magnetic scent is versatile and would suit most cleaning and home care projects, used on its own or blended with other fragrance oils.
IFRA - The maximum dilution in Category 10A for laundry and cleaning products is 0.23%
Topical Applications
We take our commitment to quality and the safety and health of your skin seriously, therefore all of our Fragrance Oils are free of Phthalates, Parabens, SLS and SLES and cruelty free as they are not tested on animals.
Soap and Bath
NO. 3716 is a refined and luxurious scent that is perfect for making elegantly sensual soap and bath products. Use its dark, warming accords to create products that stand apart from the crowd with their smoky spiced floral accords.
Its magnetic aromatic accords lend itself to its versatile masculine scent and is ideal for creating shower gels for use at any time of the day. Leaving you feeling enveloped in a complex balance of cool, green grasses, fiery citrus and warm spices. For bold men who embrace smoky mystery, luxury and bold sensuality.
The evocative imagery of magnetic masculinity lends itself wonderfully to creating appealing gift sets for men and for creating an exciting range of matching products. NO. 3716 has those warm spiced citrus accords that keep you coming back for more.
IFRA - Soaps and Bath products are in category 9 carrying a maximum dilution rate of 1.04%
Body Care
The luxuriously warm spice accords work wonderfully in lingering body butters, skin lotions and dry oils. Its evocative aromatics lend itself to scent layering alongside your perfume and body products.
Try pairing it with lacquered red, gloss black or matt white colorways and use elegant fonts to perfectly suit the inspiration of these luxurious and iconic Oriental Spicy products.
IFRA - Body care products appear in category 5A carrying a maximum dilution rate of 0.55%
Face Care
The uplifting soft herbal and citrus accords of NO. 3716 are perfect for creating a range of coordinating facial products. Play on the luxurious spiced aromatics of this refined and magnetic aroma to create masculine inspired skin care.
Package them in gloss red, jet black or brushed gold colorways, with bold masculine themes to create highly appealing skin care products.
IFRA - Face care products appear in category 5B carrying a maximum dilution rate of 0.16%.
Hand & Foot Care
Treat your precious hands and feet to luxurious and nourishing creams that cosset your hardworking skin. Paired with the luxurious and magnetic smoky accords of NO. 3716, it makes for an experience to remember with a lingering trail of earthy, sensual Patchouli.
IFRA - Hand care products appear in category 5C carrying a maximum dilution rate of 0.16%.
Perfumery
NO. 3716's soul lies in elegant and distinctive perfumery products and we cannot recommend it highly enough for this type of application. You can use this to create your own Eau De Cologne, Eau De Parfum and everything in between.
These Soaps and Candles fragrance oils are eminently versatile and this warming, smoky and iconic Oriental Spicy scent can be used in a multitude of exciting and creative ways to create your own perfumery products.
Why not try blending it with other essential oils and fragrance oils to create a bespoke and completely unique Signature Scent.
IFRA
Perfumery products designed to be used on shaved skin appear in categories 3A and 3B which carries a maximum dilution of 0.16%
Perfumery products designed to be used on unshaved skin appear in categories 4A and 4B which carries a maximum dilution of 3.56%
Understanding The IFRA Guidelines for Maximum Dilution
Maximum dilution for this fragrance oil depends on the products you are planning on making. It should be noted that maximum dilutions are from a safety aspect only, based on the chemical composition of the oil.
In some cases these are very high, because all components are relatively benign. These amounts are not necessarily recommendations of how much to use in your recipe. They may smell too strong or make the item prohibitively expensive to produce.
As long as you remain below the advised limits, you can be as generous or as frugal as you like. Use more, use less. We’ll leave the creative stuff to you.
Based on the ingredients used, as per the International Fragrance Regulation Authority, the maximum dilutions given above apply.
Blending NO. 3716
We find it lends itself beautifully to blending with its sensual and magnetic range of aromatics. It makes for an extremely versatile and highly coveted fragrance oil for the modern scent connoisseur. Try blending it with:
Essential oils:
Amyris, Cardamom, Litsea Cubeba, Palmarosa, Vetiver
Fragrance oils:
NO. 196, NO. 3514, NO. 3515, NO. 3809, NO. 4005
Safety Cautions
- These fragrance oils are intended for external use only and should not be ingested under any circumstances.
- NO. 3716 Fragrance Oil is not approved under IFRA safety guidelines for any kind of lip or mouth related products as per their categories 1 and 6.
We recommend testing a small amount before scaling up to larger size formulations. As with all VINEVIDA products.
- While NO. 3716 Fragrance Oil will have no therapeutic properties, because it is a synthetic product, it’s a wonderful way to scent your home. Have the best time experimenting and making your home an ever more beautiful expression of you.
Where to Start
How To Get The Best From Soaps & Candles Fragrance Oil
How To Find Safety Information On The VINEVIDA Website
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How To Use Vinevida Oils
Additional Information
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Not suitable for ingestion.
Our Commitment to Quality
All of our Fragrance Oils are free of Phthalates, Parabens, SLS and SLES.
IFRA StatementFragrance Notes
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Recommended Applications
The above usage amounts are recommendations only. Fragrance strengths will be influenced by the type of base you are using. Different wax types, soaps, and lotion base will produce different effects. If you decide you would like your fragrance to be stronger than these outlined above, please consult the attached IFRA certificate guidelines to discern how much more you can safely add.
TRADEMARK DISCLAIMER
OPIUM POUR HOMME (MEN)™ is a trademark of L'Oréal S.A. VINEVIDA and its products are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in any way associated with L'Oréal S.A. or its trademarks.
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