Soy Wax Another natural alternative to paraffin candles are soy candles, made from soybean wax. This wax is actually created by processing soybean oil, a common ingredient in many types of cooking. Like their beeswax counterparts, soy candles last longer and are far safer in a closed or less ventilated room than paraffin candles, while…
While you probably wouldn’t be visiting my site if you didn’t enjoy the wide array of gorgeous luxury candles out there, you might not know that they actually have many health, productivity, and environmental benefits! From ancient legends about the beauty benefits of lighting candles to the known emotional lift that they can provide, the…
Nectarine Blossom & Honey Burn Time: 45 hours Throw: Strong Notes: Nectarine and acacia honey Room Recommendation: Living Room and Bedroom Price: $65.00 This is my favorite Jo Malone fragrance—it really smells phenomenal! I’ve been burning and wearing Jo Malone’s Nectarine Blossom & Honey for years. I adore its fresh, fruity, and long-lasting scent. This…
Bella Freud Signature Wax Type: Soy Burn Time: 40 hours Throw: Strong Notes: Oud and cedarwood Room Recommendation: Living Room Price: $65.00 Bella Freud’s Signature fragrance is at once deeply masculine and warm and comforting. With notes of smoky incense and the woodsy oud of the Assamese agar tree, Signature makes me feel like I…
Taper Candles Also known as traditional candle sticks, taper candles notably cannot stand alone. Generally requiring a holder of some kind, taper candles are popular because of the elegant element contributed by such holders as candelabra and chandeliers. Measuring approximately 6–8 inches in length, these elegant candles come in a wide range of colors…
Makassar Ebony & Peach Wax Type: Coconut wax blend Burn Time: 45 hours Throw: Strong Notes: Black ebony wood combined with ripe peaches and apple blossoms. Room Recommendation: Bedroom and living room There is just something so sexy about this candle—I think it’s the combination of the dark packaging and the sensual notes of black ebony wood.…
Pillars One of the most common types of candle, pillars are essentially filled candles without base structures, meaning that they are formed into cylindrical shapes and able to stand alone. Generally placed upon either a decorative dish or in a holder, these candles additionally come in a broad range of colors and scents, as well…
As the snow melts away and the flowers begin to bloom, it’s time to unwrap some of my favorite spring candles. For me, springtime conjures up images of beautiful rose gardens, freshly cut fruit, and endless sunny days. My favorite spring fragrances capture these moments and embody the season’s rejuvenating aura. Here are some of…
Apricot Tea Wax Type: Soy blend Burn Time: 8.1oz 60 hours / 2.4 oz 20 hours Throw: Strong Notes: English apricot, black tea leaves, bergamot, and golden amber Room Recommendation: Living Room and bedroom The newest addition to NEST’s phenomenal home fragrance collection, NEST’s Apricot Tea candle offers a delicious blend of English apricot wrapped in…
Floating Candles As their names suggest, floating candles are candles that can be placed upon small bodies of water to float and offer a gorgeous reflective effect. While floating candles are often quite small, they can come in a variety of shapes to match with whatever your room’s theme is. Often scented and offered in…