The other day, I was scrolling through my social media feed when I stumbled upon a comment on one of my ads that made me pause. It read:
Ouch.
As a small business owner, comments like this sting. It's easy to feel defensive and want to fire back with a reply. But I've learned that the best way to handle these situations is to educate and inform.
So, instead of retaliating, I decided to write this blog post to set the record straight and explain why Dayas melts are truly worth every penny.
Not All Snap Bars Are Created Equal
Right, not every snap bar is created equal. Some might surprise you with decent fragrance throw, while others from the same brand might fizzle out quickly. And while a 10% snap bar might seem like a great deal with 10 cubes, it's important to consider how you actually use them and what kind of fragrance experience you're looking for.
It's true that you can technically get around 3 x 24-hour burns from a £4 snap bar if you use 2 cubes at a time. However, you're missing a crucial point:
Fragrance Intensity: The Daya's Difference
Dayas melts have a 30% fragrance load compared to a 10% snap bar.
That means each Dayas melt packs THREE TIMES the amount of fragrance into each hour of burn time.
So while you might get a similar number of hours from both options, the Dayas experience is far more intense, our scents have throwing power that will fragrance a 3-story house from 1 melt and when the burner is switched off, the beautiful scent lingers for hours afterwards!
The Scent Showdown: Wax melt SnapBar
Snap Bar: 2 cubes (10g) = 24 hours of burn time, but with a weaker 10% fragrance load.
Dayas Melt: 1 melt ( Approx 20g, oil consistency determines the weight)= 30 hours of burn time with a powerful 30% fragrance load.
Think of it like this: Would you rather have three cups of weak tea or one cup of strong, flavorful tea? The total volume might be similar, but the experience is vastly different.
Guaranteed Performance: The Daya's Promise
I strictly test every single fragrance oil, to ensure it performs flawlessly at our higher concentration, so you never have to worry about hit-or-miss scents.
Every single melt on my website hits my minimum 30-hour burn time mark, and some have even been known to last 35 to 40+ hours because I won't settle for anything less.
This level of consistency is hard to find with snap bars and 10% fragrance loaded wax, where fragrance performance can vary significantly.
Let's break it down with some numbers:
Snap Bar (10% fragrance load):
Price: £4.00 (or £3.50)
Cubes per bar: 10
Fragrance per cube: 10%
Burn time per cube: Approx. 12 hours
Typical usage: 2 cubes at a time (24 hours of fragrance, 10g of wax)
Cost per 30 hours of fragrance: £1.25 (or £1.05 for the £3.50 bar) - you'll need 2.5 cubes to reach 30 hours
Dayas Melt (30% fragrance load):
Price: £1.95 (limited time offer!)
Fragrance load: 30%
Burn time: Minimum 30 hours
Melts needed for 30 hours: 1
Cost per 30 hours of fragrance: £1.95
Disclaimer:
This comparison is based on average burn times and usage patterns. Individual experiences may vary depending on wax warmer type, room size, and personal preferences.
The Bottom Line: Value, Intensity, & Consistency
While snap bars might seem like a bargain at first glance, Dayas melts offer superior value, fragrance intensity, and consistency. While the snap bar might offer more hours per pound, Dayas Essence melts provide a superior fragrance experience due to the higher fragrance load.
The stronger scent and longer-lasting fragrance make our melts a better quality product in terms of the overall fragrance experience. The higher cost per hour is justified by the enhanced fragrance intensity and quality.
I believe there's room for everyone in the wax melt world, and I support my fellow makers wholeheartedly. But I also believe that everyone deserves to experience the joy of a truly exceptional wax melt.
So, if you're ready to ditch the guesswork and discover a fragrance experience that's truly worth your money, I invite you to give Dayas a try.
You won't be disappointed.
