Yahoo Lifestyle Here's Why Our Editor Named This Candle One of the Best Home Fragrances
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Here's Why Our Editor Named This Candle One of the Best Home Fragrances
We completely understand why many of our readers are absolutely obsessed with candles — we are too! Some of the most popular candle scents are relaxing and luxurious, making them perfect for enhancing a home's overall ambiance. But with so many home fragrances on the market to choose from (there's everything from soy wax blends and luxury candles to fall-scented aromas for pumpkin season), it can be hard to choose the perfect scented candle for your space. To help you pick the right option, browse this list of some of the best-smelling candles that are long-lasting, visually appealing and worth every penny. We've even sprinkled in a bunch that have been handpicked by our editors!
Whether you're looking for a soothing bedroom scent, like the Fireside or Sweet Grace candle on Amazon, or a captivating smell for the living and dining area (the Glossier You Candle is one of them!), there's a find for every room. If you prefer florals, take your pick of alluring tropical candles featuring notes of apple blossom, lemon and oranges. Or, if you're a herbal enthusiast, surround yourself with a fresh blend of cloves, jasmine and lavender. There's no shortage of high-quality candles here for every budget.
As you search, keep in mind that scented candles make thoughtful gifts for just about everyone in your life, no matter the occasion. Don't forget to treat yourself, too!
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1) Sweet Grace Candle
Bridgewater Candle
amazon.com
$31.00
Fruits, tea and patchouli are combined in this 18-ounce candle, which many reviewers claim is the "best scent ever." Plus, the brand mentions that the jar will burn for up to 145 hours, so you're guaranteed many self-care days ahead!
Bridgewater Candle - 3/26
2) Lovestruck Aromatherapy Candle
MAGNIFICENT 101
amazon.com
$12.99
Valentine's Day (and Galentine's Day) isn't too far away! Gift this soothing blend of jasmine, lavender, sage and rose to a loved one (or yourself!). It's meant to bring positive energy to a space, making it a fragrance all can appreciate.
Magnificent 101 - 4/26
3) Cashmere Cush
Boy Smells
boysmells.com
This candle is known as "a refined fragrance for the gods." At the top, you'll smell cannabis flowers (though it contains no CBD or THC), while the middle and base are tulip, cashmere wood, white amber and powdery musk.
Boy Smells - 5/26
4) Glossier You Candle
Glossier
glossier.com
$45.00
Glossier isn't only popular for their makeup! Pink pepper and fresh iris are just a few of the captivating scents you'll smell when this candle is lit. Plus, the vibrant red vessel can be used long after the candle burns out.
Glossier - 6/26
5) Reflection + Clarity Candle
Chesapeake Bay Candle
amazon.com
$12.99
Here's a fragrance that smells like a combination of sea salt and sage. It's made from a natural soy wax blend and has a 50-hour burn time. One reviewer raved about its soothing, delicate scent.
Chesapeake Bay Candle - 7/26
6) Golden Coast
PF Candle Co
pfcandleco.com
$20.00
"I love almost all of the scents from this company," a GH editor said, while calling out the Golden Coast option, which smells of eucalyptus, sea salt, redwood and palo santo.
pfcandleco - 8/26
7) Old Saint Wick Christmas Scented Candle
Snif
amazon.com
$35.20
There's a reason this candle was on Oprah's Favorite Things for 2022. The smell includes an intricate mix of Siberian pine, apple blossom, rosemary, jasmine and sandalwood. The festive scent helped one reviewer's family get into the "holiday spirit" as they decorated their tree, but it's good enough to burn all winter.
Snif - 9/26
8) Santal Minimalist Candle
Brooklyn Candle Studio
brooklyncandlestudio.com
$28.00
This candle is made from 100% soy wax, and is ideal for people who love earthy scents, such as Hinoki Cypress, sandalwood and pine.
brooklyncandlestudio.com - 10/26
9) Volcano Mercury Glass Jar Candle
Capri Blue
anthropologie.com
$25.60
While one reviewer made this candle their go-to scent for their home, another describes it as being an "Anthropologie classic" — and for good reason! It comes in a volcanic-inspired glass jar and has a fresh, fruity fragrance you'd never expect from its look.
Capri Blue - 11/26
10) Green Tea Soy Candle
DorothyBCo
etsy.com
$21.00
You may feel an instant boost of energy after lighting this invigorating green tea soy candle. The top notes of orange Valencia, bergamot tea and plum wine are far from overwhelming. At the same time, the middle and base combine jasmine, orange flowers and lavender for a citrusy yet herbal aroma.
DorothyBCo - 12/26
11) Tobacco & Patchouli Candle
Paddywax Candles
amazon.com
$24.44
A delightfully bold and smokey fragrance will fill the air when you light this candle that has notes of cinnamon, patchouli and tobacco.
Paddywax Candles - 13/26
12) Velvet Rose & Oud Natural Soy Wax Candle
Waxaromaldn
etsy.com
$10.17
With its gorgeous packaging and floral-velvety scent, it's no wonder this candle is an Etsy bestseller. It has notes of musky oud, rose, jasmine and clove — a comforting mix that'll create an inviting ambiance in any space.
Waxaromaldn - 14/26
13) Island Grapefruit
Votivo
amazon.com
$32.00
For a tropical scent that is anything but overbearing, even non-candle fans will love this one. The fruity fragrance is made with soy wax and burns for up to 60 hours.
Votivo - 15/26
14) Fireside Candle
WoodWick
amazon.com
$16.87
An editor described this candle as "one of the best" she's ever smelled. The scent is a unique balance of amber, vetiver and musk that she claims lasts forever! "And the crackling sound really does make it feel like you're sitting around a fire — love!"
WoodWick - 16/26
15) Vanilla Sea Salt Candle
Colonial Candle
walmart.com
$18.00
Welcome the summer any time of year with this coastal version of your favorite classic vanilla scent. The hint of salt and driftwood adds a beachy vibe.
Colonial Candle - 17/26
16) Sugared Cinnamon Apple Candle
Yankee Candle
amazon.com
$16.88
The mouth-watering aroma of cinnamon apple with whipped vanilla frosting makes this candle worth mentioning, especially for the cold-weather months! Plus, the burn time is 110 to 150 hours. No wonder it's an editor's pick!
Yankee Candle - 18/26
17) Apple Cider Donut Candle
HomeAgainStudios
etsy.com
$3.00
"It'll make you crave actual donuts," according to one of our editors. The sweet smell of apple cider donuts is the perfect aroma for the fall and winter months. Made with 100% plant-based soy and all-natural oils, the candle comes in three sizes with various burn times.
HomeAgainStudios - 19/26
18) New York Penthouse Champagne Candle
LAFCO
saksfifthavenue.com
$65.00
While more on the expensive side, this citrus-scented candle is long lasting at 90 hours. Its hand-blown glass vessel also acts as a sophisticated decor piece in your space.
LAFCO - 20/26
19) "Speakeasy" Luxury Candle
Harlem Candle Company
harlemcandlecompany.com
$48.00
You can't go wrong with this candle's unique blend of cardamom, licorice, palo santo, dark chocolate and more intoxicating notes. The gorgeous packaging also makes it a no-fail pick.
Harlem Candle Company - 21/26
20) Sapin Candle
diptyque
nordstrom.com
$84.00
If you want to splurge, look no further than Diptyque, the luxury French fragrance brand. This particular candle is just what you need to add to your cart. The woody and aromatic aroma of mountain pine and white musks will surround you — "that perfect pine scent that smells realistic yet not overpowering in the most gorgeous festive glass holder you'll want to display," an editor notes.
DIPTYQUE - 22/26
21) Lime Basil & Mandarin Scented Home Candle
Jo Malone London
nordstrom.com
$38.00
Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton are both fans of Jo Malone and it's no surprise why. This particular pick boasts notes of limes, mandarins, basil and white thyme, which are perfect for adding a fresh scent to your interior.
JO MALONE LONDON - 23/26
22) Light It Into Existence
Spoken Flames
spokenflames.com
$34.00
The patchouli and rose scent can't be beat, but what's really impressive is that you can scan your candle on Instagram to listen to unique sounds and affirmations.
Spoken Flames - 24/26
23) No. 0324 Aging Spirits
Aerangis
aerangis.com
$38.00
"I'm obsessed with this one," an editor said. The New Orleans-inspired candle gives off a rich scent, thanks to the star anise and whiskey notes. The 3.5 oz. container has a 25-hour burn time, while the 8 oz. burns up to 50 hours.
Aerangis - 25/26
24) Rattan Candle
Otherland
otherland.com
$36.00
The sandalwood, amber and warm musk notes aren't overpowering in this candle, but it will fill your home with an amazing scent — even when it's not burning.
Otherland - 26/26
25) New York Candle
Homesick
homesick.com
$38.00
You don't have to be from New York to love this scent. It's a great anytime candle, but particularly good for the fall thanks to the notes of pumpkin, apple, nutmeg and cinnamon.
Homesick
