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Don't Go In The Basement

A mysterious, captivating scent for your Halloween tricks and treats - the creepy crawlspace you avoid at all costs - notes of dust, mildew, cement floor and aging wood- topped off with a bouquet of rotting fruit in a forgotten bushel in the corner.

SCENT NOTES
Dust, Mildew, Cement Floor, Aging Wood, Fermented Fruit
  • Vegan & Cruelty Free
  • Phthalate-Free
Price
Regular price $900
Regular price Sale price $900
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Size
Shipping calculated at checkout.
VOLUME DISCOUNTS
  • * Purchase 5 - 1.75/2oz samples and receive 10% off the retail price
  • * Purchase 5 - 15/16oz bottles of the same fragrance oils and receive 10% off the retail price

Our Inspiration

Grandma's root cellar

USAGE INFORMATION

USAGE RATES***

SOAP up to 5%
BODY LOTION up to 5%
PERFUME up to 40%
ROOM SPRAY up to 15%
REED DIFFUSERS up to 25%
CANDLES up to 12%

N/A signifies usage rates too low to recommend for application.

SOAPING NOTES

VANILLIN: None
ACCELERATION: NONE
DISCOLORATION: NONE
SEPARATION: NONE
RICING: NONE
SCENT RETENTION: LIGHT-MED
NOTES BASED ON CUSTOMER REVIEW

REGULATORY

PROP 65 WARNING: No

VOC CONTENT***
0.03%

Regulatory documents for download below

*Usage rates are suggestions based on general practices,or the maximum IFRA usage rate - whichever is lower. Always refer to your chosen recipe or formulation for exact guidelines. Do not exceed the maximum usage rate found on the IFRA sheet provided.
**Usage rates are not a guarantee that a fragrance oil will work in any application. Proper testing is the responsibility of the buyer.
***Total allowable VOCs by product including base: Room spray, diffusers: 18%; Body spray, eau de toilette, eau de parfum: 75%; Perfume over 20% concentration: 65%

Regulatory Documents

Don't Go In The Basement IFRA document

Don't Go In The Basement Safety Data Sheet

Don't Go In The Basement Allergen Document

About Fragrance Oil
  • The fragrance oils sold by Scent Memory are a manufacturing product. They are not skin safe on their own and must be diluted prior to use. 
  • Our oils are formulated to generally work in candle and body care applications, but must be tested for compatibility in your product. 
  • Due to the concentration of the oils safety precautions must be taken when handling them. 

What are fragrance oils?

Fragrance oils are synthetic or blended aromatic compounds designed to mimic natural scents or create entirely new ones. Unlike essential oils, which are extracted from plants, fragrance oils are crafted by blending aromatic chemicals and natural extracts. This careful formulation allows for a wide range of scents that may not be possible to achieve with essential oils alone and also allows for greater safety and performance in their applications. 

How Can Fragrance Oils Be Used?

Though they smell beautiful on their own, fragrance oils are a manufacturing product and must be diluted prior to use. They can be formulated for one specific purpose (such as for soap or in a candle) or for a wider range of applications - however, no one fragrance oil will work in ALL applications, so testing your products is a must. The fragrance oils that Scent Memory Fragrance offer are generally formulated to be safe in candle and body care applications. 

Are Fragrance Oils Safe On Their Own?

Just like any concentrated product, care must be used in handling fragrance oils prior to dilution in product. Every fragrance oil product page contains the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) in the "Regulatory Documents" tab. Download and review prior to using the fragrance oil. 

Safety Information
  • Fragrance oils are a manufacturing product used in making candles, soap and other products. They must be diluted before use.
  • Refer to the IFRA tab for maximum skin safety usage rates, and review the IFRA document carefully. 
  • Maximum usage rates refer to skin safety percentages only and are not recommendations for usage rates in products or formulas. Refer to your formula for the recommended usage rate, and do not use the fragrance oil if the IFRA rate is not rated highly enough for use in your product. 
  • Download and review the SDS (Safety Data Sheet) document provided in the IFRA & SDS tab. Follow all safety guidelines recommended. Do not allow contact with skin or ingest. Follow all IFRA guidelines for dilution in product.  Care should be used in handling at all times. 

DISCLAIMER: The fragrance oils sold by Scent Memory are a manufacturing component and not a finished product. Scent Memory is not responsible for any products made from materials purchased from the site, nor do we guarantee the performance or safety of the end product. Proper testing and ensuring compatibility of all materials the is the responsibility of the purchaser. We always recommend purchasing the smallest amount of product available and testing before committing to a larger size. 

Shipping information
  • At this time we can only ship to the United States and its territories.
  • Shipping charges are based on package size, weight and service chosen by customer. 
  • Free shipping for orders over $150 is based on the most economical shipping method.
  • If you reached the $150 Free Shipping limit and you require an expedited shipping method, email info@scentmemorygfragrance.com and we will assist
  • Please note that expedited shipping options (Next Day and 2-Day) are still subject to our standard processing time unless arrangements are made via email 
  • Shipping in mainland US* is calculated at checkout with a number of options to choose from. 

HI, AK & Territories: We reserve the right to bill addresses in Hawaii, Alaska and US territories for unusually high shipping costs. Packages are limited to 10 lbs. Please email us as info@scentmemoryfragrance.com to confirm shipping cost.

For our Canadian Friends: we highly recommend Shippsy.com as a package forwarder. UPS charges very high brokerage fees and duty on oils even if they are manufactured in the United States. Shippsy will not charge these fees if a commercial invoice showing the oil origin is provided. We are happy to provide this upon request. You are responsible to ensure all import regulations are followed, including documentation and product approval. Scent Memory is responsible only for delivery to a US domestic address and consider orders closed once delivery confirmation is received.

International Shipping: At this time Scent Memory only ships within the United States and its territories. We are responsible only for delivery to a US domestic address and consider orders closed once delivery confirmation is received.

Shipping Policy: Scent Memory ships orders through the United States Postal Service and UPS. All orders are assigned tracking numbers which are transmitted to the customer within 24 hours of shipping.

Orders that are marked as delivered by the shipping carrier are considered complete. Scent Memory is not responsible for stolen or missing packages after the carrier conveys delivered status. Individuals should work with their local post office or UPS location to identify exact location of delivery.

Returned Packages: In the event of a returned package due to undeliverable location, customer refusal or incorrect address, Scent Memory will send the customer and invoice for redelivery. If this is not paid, a refund on the purchase will be made minus the original delivery fee.

Damaged Packages: In the event of a damaged package please contact info@scentmemoryfragrance.com with pictures of the packaging and the product, with a description of and the extent of the damage. This is required for Scent Memory to file a shipping damage claim.

  • Unlike anything I've ever smelled. Perfect for Halloween or anytime you want something unique.
  • I love the damp, mildewy, basement-y notes. It's perfect!
  • Its so unique and ive never smelled anything like it before. I am obsessed!
Notes (positive)Basement (positive)Halloween (positive)Quality (positive)Mildew (positive)
  • 5 stars: 13 (87%)
  • 4 stars: 2 (13%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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L.T.

Very good quality order and good description, but the decaying fruit is what came through for me the most, and I was looking for more "dark and dank" and musty. Still a really great oil, just a little too fruit forward for me.

A
A.

It is unlike anything I’ve ever smelled.
Perfect for Halloween—or anytime you want to add something truly unique to your collection.

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A.J.

dont even get me started with this fragrance, I LOVE IT! its so unique and ive never smelled anything like it before. I am obssessed!

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D.S.

This one is special. I love the damp, mildewy, basement-y notes this one gives. I've never had anything else from any other company out there. The hint of fermented fruit helps brighten it up a bit, but all of the dank notes are there. The hot and cold throw are great after curing for a few weeks. It won't be everyone's cup of tea, but if you want to recreate the smell of an old basement, you can't go wrong with this one. It's perfect!

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E.S.

Ok, you can't use this on its own unless it's for novelty purpose or if you dig dusty mildew smell, then this is for you. I think this would work more if blended with something else :)

K
K.C.

My new favorite scent

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D.M.

OMG!!..I LOVE this FO. I'm one of those weirdoes who love the smell of musty old creepy basements, attics, dungeons & things. LOL
I have tried a few & noone dors it better than Scent Memory. OOB I wasn't sure but I tried it in my warmer with a little bit of water & omg, let me tell you, it's dead on that of a musty, old creepy basement. The dust, mildew & dirt are very prominent & you can smell the cement & rotten fruit too but that's faint . It's perfect to my nose!
I have some wax melts curing right now with KY parasoy wax @ 10% so we'll see how it performs in a couple weeks.
But love it so far as it diffuser in my warmer.
Hope the results stay the same. I'll update later. Thankyou Scent Memory.

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I.A.

I have an affinity for odd and otherwise weird scents so I was so excited to try this, it actually pulled my sad a*s out of hiatus to pour some candles. Because whoooo is out here looking for basement scented anything?! I had to smell it. And well, I love it. It definitely smells dusty, a little earthy and very much like a smooth rock at times so it’s off putting, especially out the bottle. In a candle, the scent flows along with the air current and you catch subtle and strong whiffs of it at different corners of the house. It’s so cool and atmospheric. Subconsciously I found myself starting to ask “What the h*ll smells like old — oh.” and laughed once I realized it’s the FRICKEN candle. I like that it’s weird but still good enough to for folks to enjoy around the house. Not overly strong but airy and light for the most part, in a good way. I tested 8% in coconut olive oil wax double wicked, 3 days and then 1+ month cures.

J
J.F.

Knowing SM has amazing oils, I was so excited to try this. I was a touch nervous by the notes and wondered if it would be too niche. OOB I thought 'yep that's funky!' but threw it into c55 tart wax no hesitation. YOU. GUYS. It's amazing and quickly became my favorite for fall! It's definitely immersive and has that damp watery stone note, as well as the gentle touch of fruit, but it's seriously such a cool fall/halloween scent, or even graveyard/mausoleum if that's your product vibe!

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C.C.

As soon as I got a look at the notes, I immediately placed an order because it was just so WEIRD and unique but I knew somehow it couldn't go wrong! The longer I sniff, the more notes I get! At first, OOB I ABSOLUTELY smell the mildew and aging wood... But there's a bit of sweetness behind it, which is the forgotten fruit! I poured a tiny bit into my wax warmer with some 464 and it bloomed even more - it became less mildew while still retaining that note and more fruit. It seriously smells like a damp, spooky basement with sweet, rotting fruit left on a dusty old wooden shelf. Not unpleasant at all and PERFECT for something spooky and different that you won't find anywhere else.

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J.B.

Zero problems in CP. Not a hint of discoloration. I happen to have company visiting when I received this fo. Nobody liked it. It was an immediate stink face. This made me happy, as it's my experience that those fragrances bloom in product. Sure enough, this is completely different in soap than otb. Concrete and dust are prominent for my nose. Only complaint is that it's a little weak in strength.

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S.D.

I was hesitant to buy this because I thought it would be stinky, but I was looking for something unique for a Halloween-themed candle and decided to take the risk and go for it. I'm not regretting it!! It's PERFECT for what I needed it for! Oh my goodness! It smells like a dump basement that was closed for ages and full of mud and other interesting stuff. Thank you!

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k.m.

Very curious scent. The strongest notes to me are a cinnamon stone fruit combo OOB. I think I really need to get it into wax to see
How the scent develops. I honestly was really hoping for dank mildew notes of an old basement, but it just didn’t hit me straight out the bottle. I’ll have to come back to update once I play with it a bit. Perhaps those note are just hiding on me. It is a dark basement after all

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L.A.

When I first sniffed this ootb, I said, “holy s***.” Not because I didn’t like it, but because I loved it! It’s stanky y'all, in the best way, like dirt and earth mixed with a little funk. But you know what?! This would make the BEST Halloween scent. I’m thinking haunted graveyard, Thriller, abandoned asylum, bat cave, you get the drift. This is probably what the basement in AHS smells like…dank, creepy, old. If you want a creepy scent, THIS IS IT.

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C.D.

Eerie! This scent is so intriguing, I keep coming back to this one out of all the new releases. I have MANY Scent Memory fragrances and this is quickly becoming a favorite. A lovely blend of fruit notes and woods, if you're skeptical of this one, don't be it's magnificent and a unique one for fall!

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