A handbag left in the sun, a warm windowsill or a parcel sitting outside can raise a simple question: is my solid perfume still OK? Here’s how to store your Wilderness Lab perfume balm and what to do if it gets warm.
Can solid perfume soften in the heat?
Yes. Solid perfume is made with natural oils, waxes and essential oils and it can soften or melt with heat.
Where to store your perfume balm
Keep your balm in a cool, dry place indoors, away from direct sunlight and heat. A shaded drawer or cupboard is a better choice than a sunny windowsill, a spot beside a heater or a steamy bathroom.
We recommend storing below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep the lid closed between uses. When it’s warm, store the tin upright on a level surface.
Is my perfume balm ruined if it has been exposed to heat?
Not exactly. Softening or melting of the balm does not mean the balm is ruined. If this happens, move it somewhere cooler and let it return to room temperature. Keep the tin closed, upright and on a level surface while it cools. However try to keep the tin away from repeated heat to help preserve its scent and quality.
Cars, handbags and summer travel
On hot summer days, bring your balm indoors rather than leaving it in the car, even in the glovebox. Keep it out of direct sunlight while travelling. We chose tins because they’re compact and lightweight, making them easy to take with you.
What if my parcel arrives warm?
We pack our products carefully, but please collect your delivery as soon as you can rather than leaving it in a sunny mailbox. If your tin feels warm when it arrives, keep it closed and upright on a level surface while it cools to room temperature.
Three scents, the same simple care
Love a classic floral? Pink Roses solid perfume combines bergamot, geranium, rose and vanilla notes.
Prefer aromatic woods? Cradle Mountain solid perfume features wintergreen with patchouli, frankincense and sandalwood.
For a floral scent with citrus notes, explore Princess Jasmine solid perfume, with sweet orange, jasmine and frankincense notes.
If you have any concerns or anything you want to talk about, get in touch with us, we’ll be more than happy to help.