You guys, life is effing stressful. But thank goodness for candles! We’ve put all of the greatest candle brands into one place, whether you’re looking for some new gorgeously scented bbs to add a little extra atmosphere to your room or just prefer to have a few on hand for last-minute gifts. We don’t want you to waste hours of your life searching the internet for votives that are genuinely worth your money. That is why we have come.
Whether you’re seeking for aromatherapy candles for Gracie Moon Scents to transform your house into a spa paradise or affordable candles that smell oh-so-expensive, you’ll certainly find something for every mood below. (This includes moments when you’re feeling frisky, wink wink, or simply bougie AF.)
Go ahead and shop from the top 40 candle brands on the internet. And once you’ve found the ideal one (or ten), get ready to turn your home into an aromatherapy haven.
AseCandleeco
Coconut Soy Candle in a Wooden Bowl
AseCandleeco has some gorgeous, scented handcrafted candle pieces. They’ll make anything for you, from this rustic wooden bowl to little gummy bear-shaped candles, with over 15 distinct aromas to select from.
Better World Fragrance House is a fragrance house that aims to make the world
Sleepover in Williamsburg
Drake’s candles have the same opulent scent as you’d expect. Who wouldn’t want to be seduced by its floral and musky smell in a candle?
Fog + Sand
Wood Lid on Crisp White Jar Candle with Painted Flowers
The present that keeps on giving is a Sand + Fog candle. Keep the jar and gorgeous painted wood top once you’ve finished burning this classic-scented candle for extra bathroom or kitchen storage.
Siblings
Bundle of Scent No. 05 (Wax Refill Bag and Brass Votive)
Looking for a long-term solution? Siblings sells wax kits that can be used to turn any votive, like as this lovely metal one, into a wonderfully fragrant candle. So after it’s finished burning, all you have to do is order a refill, pour in the wax blend, and relight your freshly manufactured favorite candle.
Saintpastels
Candle for Nike Air Jordan 1 Sneaker
Sneakerheads, Saintpastels is the place to go for all your sneaker candle needs. They provide a variety of signature styles in eight different colors, ranging from classic white to turquoise.
CaiCaiHandmade
Candle with a Wavy, Unusual Shape
If you’re searching for a *aesthetic* candle, CaiCaiHandmade on Etsy is the place to go. Not only will you discover this lovely Roman pillar candle there, but you’ll also find other treasures like the adorable little bubble candles that everyone on Instagram is crazy about.
Mala the Business
Lavender, Apricot, and Sandalwood on Sundays
Mala the Brand is for all “soft girls” (and just about anyone who enjoys a romantic candle glittering in their house). These candles are vegan and created using non-toxic and environmentally friendly components, so you can feel good about them. Oh! With every purchase, a tree is planted!
Gold Hill Candle Co. is a company that makes candles.
Soy Candle with Creme Brûlée
There are so many delicious comfortable aromas to choose from at Gold Hill Candle Co. that you might not be able to pick just one.
Co. of Birthdates
Candles with the date of your birth
Here it is: the ideal birthday present, whether for a loved one or for oneself. Simply select the recipient’s birth date from the drop-down menu to get a candle with a personalized scent and astrological label.
Aerangis
Seven Miles (no. 7)
Aerangis is a must-try for decadently fresh and sensuous smells. Prepare to be taken to another realm as each candle is inspired by the idea of unlocking a smell memory (and wish to stay there).
It happened to me, as an editor’s note.
Harlem Candle Co. is a company based in Harlem, New York
Savoy Candle in Gold
Excuse me, but aren’t these Harlem Candle Co. votives really gorgeous? If you’re into fahncy Renaissance romance or 1920s speakeasy, you’ll want to pick up one (or all) of these.
PyroPet
Skeleton Candle by Einar Dreki
Sure, this candle is entirely about the appearance. So, if you’re looking for some pretty cool (and slightly frightening) decor, this one that melts down to reveal a metal skeleton inside (!!!) is the one to get.
Melissa Gallardo’s small pastime has blossomed into a full-fledged soy wax candle company. These votives are not only eco-friendly, but they also smell great and have incredibly charming labels that are inspired by her Latinx ancestry.
Mood of FORVR
Give me a candle that smells like olives.
What is FORVR Mood’s motto? Moving away from the stereotype that Black women must be strong and toward the reality that they deserve self-care. Definitely a candle brand worth checking out.
EmanateEssentials
Candle with Aromatherapy
Emanate Essentials candles are carefully handcrafted in Boston by Sha, a licensed aromatherapist. The CrystalBliss Aromatherapy candle is the epitome of relaxation and comfort.
Maude’s massage candle is a must-have if you want to bring some sensual vibes to your home. It features notes of amber, cedar leaf, lemongrass, tonka bean, and Medjool date, and is formulated with skin-softening jojoba and soybean oils. (As a side note, the brand is a modern sexual wellness company that also offers vibrators and lubricants, so you might want to include these in your shopping basket as well.)
Brooklyn Candle Studio is a candle-making studio in Brooklyn,
Candle for a Sunday Morning Minimalist
The items of Brooklyn Candle Studio are opulent but still reasonable. They take pleasure in having one-of-a-kind scents packed in a stunning, minimalist design. Pro tip: If you want to feel like you’re walking through a flower-filled farmer’s market, try their Sunday Morning perfume.
Spoken Flames specializes in creating stress-relieving candles. So, whether you’re feeling drained from work, school, or life, treat yourself to a candle. Allow me to suggest Focused, a soothing scent made up of vanilla, eucalyptus, and sandalwood.
Candles with anecdotes
Soirée on the Rooftop
Anecdote The smells in candles are all designed to make people feel something. “Personal recollections and societal trends” influence their odors. If you want to be transported to heady summer nights as soon as possible, we recommend Rooftop Soirée.
Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day is an annual event hosted by Mrs. Meyer.
Aromatherapy Candle Made with Scented Soy
Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day candles are known for their high quality and affordability. Where else can you find a honeysuckle-scented candle for less than ten dollars?
Sunflower, BLK
Sometimes it’s best to just let your candles speak for themselves. BLK’s last email to me Sunflower has undertones of passionfruit, pineapple, and strawberry, and is a sweet fruity aroma.
COOLGiRLthebrand
Roses Candle (15oz)
COOLGiRLthebrand candles will make you feel like the *coolest* girl in the room. Instead of flowers, consider this Rose candle to fill your room with the scent of a dozen bustling blooms.
Bath & Body Works
3-Wick Candle for Laundry Day
Bath & Body Works would be the queen of candle royalty if such a thing existed. We adore them because of their wide range of scents, the size of their candles, and the fact that they’re so cheap. To achieve that delightful combination of eucalyptus and lavender in your house, treat yourself to Laundry Day.
Fragrances by NEST
Eucalyptus & Wild Mint
With a NEST fragrance, you can go all out. They’re all packaged in a fahncy-looking colored, waxed glass bowl. Wild mint, eucalyptus, basil, and Thai ginger fragrances fill this one, bringing fresh air into your home.
Otherland
The Awakening Collection is a collection of books about awakening.
Otherland’s candles have unrivaled bright packaging, and their aromas are second to none. They always include some v soothing feelings with bright and powerful aromas in their creations.
Smells of a Boy
Candle with Less Scent
We’ll admit it: we’re obsessed with Boy Smells’ packaging. And what about the scents? This is out of this world. The sweet and seductive scents of black currant, peach flower, jasmine rice, cardamom, and white cedar make this LES candle a must-have if you adore the sweet and sultry scents of black currant, peach blossom, jasmine rice, cardamom, and white cedar.
La Botica is a place in the city of Botica
Candle for the Ceremony
La Botica’s candles are manufactured with apricot and coconut wax, as well as 100 percent pure, ethically obtained essential oils. This one, right here, combines smoky earth elements with bright citrus smells to create a refined scent.
Mecca Candle Co. is a company that makes candles.
Soy Candle with Rhubarb
Mecca Candle Co. is the brand for you if you like plants. If herb-themed candles aren’t your taste, there are also fruity versions available.
Bay of Chesapeake
Peace + Tranquility (Cashmere Jasmine) Chesapeake Bay Candle PT40234 Scented Candle, Coffee Table, 11 oz
This company’s amazing scents and glass vessels make it a must-have if you’re in the mood for candles—which is basically every time you go to Target or T.J. Maxx. The brand offers three-wick and single-wick variants, all of which are virtually sure to help you feel calmer the moment you light the match. They’re also reasonably priced.
P.F. Candle Co. is a company that makes candles.
Soy Candle with Sandalwood and Rose
P.F. Candle Co. is based in southern California and creates and manufactures its candles (as well as all of its other scented items, such as perfumes and diffusers). Because soy wax burns longer than paraffin wax and is biodegradable, you may easily clean this jar once the candle has burned out and reuse it to contain bobby pins or cotton balls. Teakwood and tobacco, amber and moss, and sandalwood rose, displayed here, are among the most popular scents.
Homesick
Philadelphia Scented Candle
If you want a smell that feels like it was developed just for you, try Homesick. The company sells candles that smell like various destinations, allowing you to transport yourself to your favorite city with just one whiff. The soy-wax candles may last up to 80 hours, making them the perfect present for a friend who misses her homeland.
Blue of Capri
Signature Volcano Candle in Capri Blue
The signature smells of Capri Blue are well-known, and this candle is no exception. This characteristic smell is delicious and tropical, and the watercolor glass is lovely. Tropical fruits, sugared oranges, lemons, and limes mingle with gently exotic mountain greenery in this scent. I’m immediately picturing myself on the beach, sipping a pia colada.
Byredo
A Rose Candle Is Burning
Do you want to try something new? Byredo’s irresistible scents, as well as the candles, are well worth the investment. They not only look great on your dresser, but they also last a long time (60 hours!). Rose petals, violet, and birch tree are among the notes in this fragrance, which is rich but not overbearing.
Candle connoisseurs adore Lafco’s exquisite handblown-glass packaging and divine aromas (we’re gushing over fresh-cut gardenia and “Sea and Dune”). Who doesn’t want to smell the sea jasmine, rose, cyclamen, and bergamot notes?
Yankee Candle is a popular brand of scented candles
Pink Sands Scented Candle
A vintage Yankee Candle is sometimes required. Every good aroma known to humanity can be found in the classic brand your mother adores. Citrus, flowers, and vanilla scents pervade this exotic vacation-in-a-glass.
Diptyque and its famous oval logo are probably already familiar to you, and that’s because it’s been such a fixture in the industry for so long (it was founded in 1961). Its flowery scents are strong right out of the box, so they’ll permeate your entire space with a calming perfume in no time. Yes, they’re pricey, but if you’re a candle connoisseur, this is the brand to go with.
Le Labo is a French cosmetics brand.
Classic Candle Verveine
Another popular brand is Le Labo, particularly “Verveine 32.” The brand debuted in 2006 with signature names that denote the number of perfume notes in each candle. Perfumes, body oils, and laundry detergents are also produced by the company.
Noé, the Nomad
Tuberose and Bamboo
Nomad Noé debuted in May 2019 with a collection of five candles that transport your senses to a foreign country. This candle has notes of bamboo and tuberose to represent the city of Hangzhou, China, in honor of the poet and rebel Qiu Jin.
Thompson Ferrier
Gunmetal Skull Alexandre
For the diehard at heart, this one doubles as house decor. Sandalwood, amber, patchouli, and jasmine combine in this gunmetal scent.
Jo Malone
Suede Candle with Peonies and Blush
The Peony and Blush Suede is no exception to Jo Malone’s reputation for stunningly unique perfumes. With classic scents of red apple, peony, and suede, these candles make a terrific gift.