13 scented candles to buy for Christmas

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Dreamy candles – whether floral or earthy scents – can set the mood in the room instantly. Lighting up a candle brings joy and you could even center yourself with a sense of calmness. Scents are powerful like that; they can invoke emotions and memories even if they’re coming from just a tiny jar.

If you’re looking to gift someone this Christmas, why not surprise them with fragrances that resemble your traditional floral bouquets or fancy edible cakes? These days, candles are also dressed in beautiful packaging that’s adorned with pressed flowers or hearts.

Not only that, these candles make a stunning home decor that can be reused again to store trinkets around the house.

Happy gifting!

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Malin + Goetz Dark Rum Candle, S$71.43

Malin + Goetz Dark Rum Candle. (PHOTO: Amazon Singapore)
Malin + Goetz Dark Rum Candle. (PHOTO: Amazon Singapore)

Handmade in Brooklyn, the candle’s natural wax blend has a clean, slow burn that lasts up to 60 hours. And here are some tips from founders Andrew + Matthew: "Our dark rum candle burns beautifully on its own or pairs well with our mojito candle, creating a unique blend of citrus, mint, and the intoxicating notes of rum."

Jo Malone English Pear & Freesia Home Candle, S$110

Jo Malone candle. (PHOTO: Sephora)
Jo Malone candle. (PHOTO: Sephora)

This candle comes with an iconic cream gift box tied with a ribbon. The sensuous freshness of just-ripe pears is wrapped in a bouquet of white freesias, and mellowed by amber, patchouli and woods.

Hush Lavender Essential Oil Candle, S$32

Hush candle. (PHOTO: Sephora)
Hush candle. (PHOTO: Sephora)

An all-natural, hand-poured soy candle scented with therapeutic essential oils to scent a room or space.

My Lumina Purification Sage Lavender Candle, S$27.75

My Lumina Purification Sage Lavender Candle. (PHOTO: Amazon Singapore)
My Lumina Purification Sage Lavender Candle. (PHOTO: Amazon Singapore)

Use the candle to create positive energy if you find yourself in a tense or negative mood, or for meditation, spiritual awareness or as a smudging kit for a home blessing.

HomeLights Scented Candles, S$47.94

HomeLights Scented Candle. (PHOTO: Amazon Singapore)
HomeLights Scented Candle. (PHOTO: Amazon Singapore)

Weighing just about 943gm, this huge candle comes in a silky coloured glass and making it an ideal gift for every purpose.

Bersiler Aromatherapy Candles, S$28.76

Bersiler Fragrant candle. (PHOTO: Amazon Singapore)
Bersiler Fragrant candle. (PHOTO: Amazon Singapore)

This lavender and eucalyptus candle is perfect for you or as a gift!

To be Calm Mini Candles Collection, S$44.01

To Be Calm Mini Candles Peaceful Collection. (PHOTO: Amazon Singapore)
To Be Calm Mini Candles Peaceful Collection. (PHOTO: Amazon Singapore)

A set of three luxurious natural soy wax candles optimally scented to delight with fragrance and housed in artist inspired vessels.

Moonriver candle, S$22.50

Moonriver candle. (PHOTO: Etsy Singapore)
Moonriver candle. (PHOTO: Etsy Singapore)

The Moonriver candle is the perfect candle companion to help you bring clarity to your thoughts as you reflect on the day. Inspired by the sense of solitude and freedom of walking along a riverbank in the evening, the luxurious blend of bergamot, Jasmine, geranium and sandalwood give off a scent that makes you feel calm, classy and grounded.

Island Living Soy wax Candle, S$16

Island Living. (PHOTO: Etsy Singapore)
Island Living. (PHOTO: Etsy Singapore)

Take a revitalising escape and be transported to the island of your dreams. Choose from tropical mojito to nautical or coconut lime and you’ll be supporting soybean farmers as the ingredient is made with organic soy wax.

Crystals Healing Jars, S$25

Crystals Healing Jars. (PHOTO: Etsy Singapore)
Crystals Healing Jars. (PHOTO: Etsy Singapore)

The Amethyst Healing Jar is infused with essential oils and handpicked Amethyst crystal, which helps with physical ailments, emotional issues, and in Energy Healing and Chakra balancing.

Pomelo Peony Wood Wick Soy Candle, S$12

Pomelo Peony candle. (PHOTO: Etsy Singapore)
Pomelo Peony candle. (PHOTO: Etsy Singapore)

An intoxicating sensual blend of citrus-florals - reminiscent of lazy late summer afternoons, juicy pomelos, and freshly picked florals.

Be Happy Botanicals and Bees Candles, S$26

Be Happy Botanical candle. (PHOTO: Etsy Singapore)
Be Happy Botanical candle. (PHOTO: Etsy Singapore)

Each of the candles creates a beautiful aroma while the amber jars cast a gorgeous gentle glow. They are an instant mood creator for your home, giving it the extra sparkle or warm cosy mood depending on the occasion.

Sublime Daisy Bundle, S$45

Sublime Daisy bundle. (PHOTO: Etsy Singapore)
Sublime Daisy bundle. (PHOTO: Etsy Singapore)

This bundle package is a result of a first time collaboration with Twinkles By Gladys, who specialises in hand-poured soy wax candles, for a cleaner and greener burn.

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