7 Of The Best Scented Christmas Candles
Treat yourself to a wonderfully evocative scented candle and watch the stresses of the festive season drift away – they make great gifts, too! Here’s our top 7…
7 of the best scented Christmas candles:
1. Victoria Eggs Santa’s Sleigh Luxury Christmas Candle, £37.50
Presented in a hand-illustrated fine bone china pot, this fresh winter forest scented candle will evoke memories of winter walks filled with frosty pine cones glistening underfoot.
Hand-poured in Hampshire, each pot is hand-crafted using Cornish clay in Stoke-on-Trent, complete with Victoria’s beautifully hand-drawn illustration highlighting a magical and nostalgic Christmas scene.
Burn time: 40 hours
Scent: Winter forest, a refreshing blend of crushed pine needles with a subtle smooth woody base
Our rating: As the candle burns, the flame illuminates the design from within – a really special touch.
2. Loriest & Co December Luxury Winter Candle, £20 (RRP £40)
Loriest & Co have a lovely scented candle for every month of the year. Their choice for December is just right for all the Christmas feels.
With the fragrant notes of an evergreen forest, the lightness of sunlit woodlands, and the subtle floral beauty of camellia flowers, this aroma will delightfully fill your room.
Burn time: 60 hours
Scent: Evergreen forest, bay leaf and camellia flower
Our rating: Great value as this one is half price at time of publication.
3. Yankee Candle, North Pole Hideaway, £29.99
Think icy air, Arctic mint and powdered snow for this gorgeous fresh and clean fragrance. Once lit, imagine you are being magically transported to the home of Santa in the sparkling North Pole!
This soy wax candle is truly heavenly!
Burn time: 60-90 hours
Scent: Bergamot, Arctic mint, white musk and soft amber
Our rating: In a signature large jar, this will last well into the New Year.
4. The White Company Pomegranate Botanical Candle, £35
Rich and warming, with notes of mandarin and amber, this one has all the fruity scents of the season. Pure bliss!
Timeless and comforting, this one-wick candle is infused with berries and maple leaves.
Burn time: 63 hours
Scent: Pomegranate, mandarin and amber
Our rating: The hard outer shell doesn’t burn down making this pretty design a great pick for the whole season.
5. Marks & Spencer Mandarin, Clove & Cinnamon Scented Candle, £12
This beautiful ceramic holder is decorated with a traditional scene featuring a decorated front door, tree and windows.
Infused with cinnamon, clove and mandarin, this candle has a festive aroma with a zesty hit.
Height: 11.2 cm (burn time not specified)
Scent: Lemon, bergamot, grapefruit, orange and mandarin
Our rating: The pretty ceramic holder makes this a great choice for gifting.
6. Jo Malone Roasted Chestnut Home Candle, £59
With a loyal following, you’ll have to be quick to snap up one of Jo Malone’s Christmas candles.
This one captures the rich and smoky scents of chestnuts roasting on a crackling fire, a perfect addition to your home this festive season.
Burn time: 44 hours
Scent: Smoky chestnuts, nutmeg, cinnamon, clove and soft caramel
Our rating: A touch of luxury for the festive season.
7. The Naked Candle Co Winter Apple & Cinnamon Candle, £16.95
Think of all the ingredients you’ll use in your cooking this festive season – and you have it right here in a jar! A sweet, delicious apple scented candle with a rich pinch of spicy cinnamon, with hints of vanilla, nutmeg and sugar pastry.
A seasonal treat for the senses.
Burn time: Up to 45 hours
Scent: Apple, cinnamon, vanilla and nutmeg
Our rating: A clean eco-friendly burn from the natural soy wax candle.
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Allison Hay
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