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1. A white sage wood wick candle with a burn time of 45-hours, creating a soothing setting for an uninterrupted dive into the latest chapter of your fave fanfic.
Made from 100% natural soy wax and a 100% wood wick. Make sure to stop burning when only 1/2-inch of the wax remains. You can also find this pick in our roundup of the best soy candles!
Promising review: "It might be small in size and it only has one wick. But, don't be fooled as the aroma it produces is as potent as the ones with 3 wicks that I got from different brand. I will try other scents for this brand. I luv it." —Kohen
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in six scents).
2. A "Norwegian Woods" candle infused with a blend of citrusy, sage-y, and oaky essential oils that make it smell like a serene rainy forrest. The crackling wick just adds to the cozy ambience!
Penrose Candles is a woman-founded, family-run small biz based out of Portland, Oregon that hand-pours all their candles using natural, vegan, and phthalate-free soy wax.
Promising review: "Incredible scent and beautifully packaged. Worth every penny! Thank you." –Nicole Moore
Get it from Penrose Candles on Etsy for $38.
3. A gray tea-scented wood wick candle for any fans of tea who want to enjoy the calming aroma of their favorite drink *without* actually having to get up from the couch and make it.
Promising review: "This candle is worth 20 stars! The packaging is awesome, the crackling as it’s burning is beautiful, the scent is unreal! I bought one for my partner and another one for a spare! You will not be disappointed. It also comes very well packaged! Enjoy!" —Gregk
Get it from Amazon for $33.97.
4. A wood wick candle set featuring two earthy scents you'll want to share with friends. Then only hard part will be choosing which scent you give away...
Uses a blend of soy and paraffin wax that can burn for up to 23 hours, and comes in a reusable amber body.
Get it from Target for $10.
5. A super chic wood wick candle in a gold jar featuring a calming and ~zesty~ scent that, for the first time ever, makes me wish I could be a candle.
Uses a soy wax that can be burned for at least 45 hours.
Promising review: "I absolutely love these candles. The smell is refreshing and clean, and a great home scent. I get compliments on this all the time. It’s strong enough to fill up a large room, but not so much so that it’s overwhelming. It’s also a great value for the price. As soon as I get low I order a new candle ASAP." —ryman
Get it from Amazon for $16.79+ (available in two sizes and 12 scents).
6. A coffee-scented candle so you can enjoy the warm scents of your favorite caffeinated beverage alongside the sounds of a crackling fire...what more could you ask for?
Is made from soy wax that can burn for up to 50 hours.
Promising review: "This candle scent is sweet and fills the room with it really well. It smelled stronger when I lit it up. Each layer has its own specific scent so I did not get bored with this candle. And the glass came packed really well and safe. Worth to buy for a present or just to make a cozy atmosphere!" —Yelyzaveta
Get it from Amazon for $16.87+ (available in two sizes and 13 scents).
7. A cereal scented wood wick candle breakfast enthusiasts absolutely need for its Fruity Pebbles-inspired scent that's sure to receive a "Yabba dabba doo."
Mala The Brand is a woman-owned small shop on Etsy which creates hand poured unique scented candles inspired by our daily surroundings. Each product is made with natural coconut soy wax and a blend of phthalate-free fragrance oils and essential oils. And here are some other home pieces from small businesses that you might want to add to your online cart!
Promising review: "Every single candle smells so incredible and fragrant. It’s warm and comforting without being overwhelming, and the wood wick crackling is so calming and therapeutic. I’m looking forward and am excited to purchase some fall scented Mala candles next :’)." —Shaiza
Get it from Mala The Brand on Etsy for $31.18.
8. A coconut wood wick candle that's literally inside a coconut! Need I say more?
9. A Sage Against The Machine wood wick candle just begging you to strike a match to it, so you can feel as "Calm Like A Bomb," or, well, maybe just calm.
Get A Whiff Co. is a small shop that creates hand poured unique candles in the U.S.
Promising review: "These are my favorite candles. The scent doesn't smell fake or overpowering and I love the sound of the wooden candle wick burning. It's the only kind of candle I enjoy for yoga and long baths." —Kat Schuller
Get it from Get A Whiff Co. for $25.99+ (available in two sizes and colors).
10. A PNW chai candle that smells like your favorite cold-weather drink and crackles like a wood burning fire so you can really immerse yourself in the vibes of the Pacific Northwest.
Beach Girl Design by Jen is a woman-owned small shop on Etsy that hand makes scrubs and luxury scented wood wick candles. BTW, we've got you covered with some other recommendations for products for coffee and tea lovers!
Promising review: "Jen’s candles never disappoint! The quality is top notch and the variety of scents is excellent! My daughter LOVES candles and they are her favorite of any out there ❤️" –Melissa H
Get it from Beach Girl Design by Jen on Etsy for $18 (available in two colors).
11. A glass jar wood wick candle you can count on to smell good AND look good (even when it's sitting unlit on your corner cabinet or coffee table.)
Promising review: "I purchased 3.. I kept the cedar fir for myself… it’s wonderful. And gifted the sea mint and spruce and the dark berries and bergamot to my mom and my sister. Everyone loves theirs🩷 This is a beautiful gift to give and to receive. This will now be my go to. Lovely, and smells amazing… all of the scents were hits!" —Alexis Rotko
Get it from Amazon for $36+ (available in six scents).
12. A cherry blossom wood wick candle you'll always want ~planted~ in front of you because if the soothing snaps don't have you mesmerized, then the floating petals in the wax certainly will.
Wicktacular is a family-owned small shop on Etsy that creates handmade wax melts, essential oils, and all natural soy candles.
Promising review: "Oh man this was the best candle purchase of my life — and I can easily say that. Not only does it smell freaking incredible, but it's also extra pretty too with actual cherry blossoms floating about in the hot wax just giving it that extra oomph. I need one on the go with me for every aspect of my daily life it is THAT good y'all — I promise. Leave no doubt, I will be back." —zachary hollingsworth
Get it from Wicktacular on Etsy for $13.50+ (originally $15+; available in two styles).
13. A dry spice wood wick candle melted around tourmaline to enhance your next self-care night with vibes of calm and wisdom mixed with the comforting sounds of crackles."
Lucky No. Candles is a Latinx and woman-owned small shop that infuses a bit of ~magic~ into each natural soy coconut wax candles through the incorporation of lucky numbers and crystals.
Promising review: "Love this new collection. Was stoked to get my favorite scent in a gorgeous fall color for my tablescape!!" —Kristin
Get it from Lucky No. Candles for $36.
14. An organic coconut wax wood wick candle with essential oils we'd consider a more ~grown up~ candle as it'll add a bit of class and sophistication with its clean scents and sleek amber jar.
Promising review: "Absolutely love these candles! The wood wick is everything! The crackling sound from the wick contributes to that sensation of being in front of the fireplace. The fragrances are outstanding! Not too strong and not too weak. These candles burn for hours." —Melissa
Get it from Amazon for 24.95+ (available in two sizes and 22 scents).
15. A citronella candle which will provide you with lulling crackling sounds (and the scent of an actual campfire!) while at the same time telling all those pesty mosquitoes to buzz off.
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
16. A Let's Snort Some Lavender wood wick candle and as tempting as it may be, we don't actually recommend you snort this one.
Promising review: "I've loved/used lavender candles for 30 years and this is now my favorite. Why? It's not a single-note lavender — it's a terrific blend that includes lemon, bergamot, and cedar. None of the scents are overwhelming, so the blend is both layered and subtle! Sometimes blends have a floral scent that is too strong for me, but this lavender blend does *not*. It's mellow, calming, and I really like the coconut wax, and I'm crazy about the wood wick. I love how it crackles slightly — it makes me super happy and cozy. I trim the wood wick every time before I light it, and I've *never* had an issue with a sparky flame. Thanks Whiff folks for an excellent candle — I'll be ordering more!" —Erika Rae
Get it from Get A Whiff Co. for $25.99+ (available in two sizes and two colors).
17. A peaceful sandalwood wood wick candle, so anyone who needs some ZEN in their life can enjoy the tranquil sounds of a fire combined with a beautiful scent — it's a total win-win.
Promising review: "I love this candle….. it does exactly what it’s supposed to do….. calm me down and allow me to look inward to find my inner peace!!!" —Susanadana
Get it from Amazon Handmade for $21.99+ (available in three scents).
18. An oak moss and black pine wood wick candle you'll just be pining to use as you pop a squat on your cushiest floor pillow and begin a self-guided meditation at home.
Promising review: "This candle is exactly what I needed for my home office. The elegant wood tones bring a nice ambience while remaining subtle, and the flame whipping off the wooden wick can be heard when all is quiet. This is not the candle for masking unwanted scents around the house. No, this is a candle to provide inspiration while inking your fountain pen to write a candle review, in a softly lit office. It pairs well with a vintage globe bar stocked with scotch, and a green leather and wooden arm chair. I can tell they don’t use off-the-shelf condensed strip mall scents, like you would find in a standard candle company candle. The tones hit different and are, instead, a brilliant mix of natural scents that leave you wanting more." —nick
Get it from Amazon for $19.03+ (available in two sizes and 13 scents).
19. A soy woodwick candle that comes in 59 (!!!) different scents candle collectors can rejoice over with a burn time of at least 35 hours and 100% all natural materials.
Kod's Creations is a small shop on Etsy founded by candle lovers who worked to perfect their recipe to provide premium handcrafted candles.
Promising review: "Great quality candles that burn consistent and have a great, natural scent to them. They don't smell synthetic like commercially bought candles. I highly recommend this seller." —Adam R
Get it from Kod's Creations on Etsy for $4.97+ (available in three sizes and 59 scents).
20. A beeswax wood wick candle infused with essential oils you'll be ~buzzing~ to light up after a long day of work.
Opulent Brilliance is a small shop on Etsy that handmade candles and wax melts from all natural beeswax.
Promising review: "I love these candles! The sound of the woodwick and the aroma is so soothing. I’m on my second order." —K Story
Get it from Opulent Brilliance on Etsy for $14.99+ (available in two sizes and 10 scents).
21. A doughbowl wood wick candle handmade using coconut apricot wax, so you AND your friends can enjoy those sweet tropical scents *without* having to spend money on a beach vacation.
Beauty Bee Soap is a woman-owned small shop on Etsy that creates handcrafted soaps, wax melts, candles, and more for all of your self care needs.
Promising review: "This candle is so amazing. Bought one for a gift and have to get one for myself! The bowl is beautiful and the candle smells so clean and fresh! It’s gorgeous!" —Sarah McIntyre
Get it from Beauty Bee Soap on Etsy for $23+ (available in five styles).
22. A wood wick scented soy candle that'll play to three of your senses as it crackles, radiates a warm glow, and emits scents like Cedar & Vanilla and Teakwood & Mahogany, creating the ideal ambience for the sophisticated hangout pad of your dreams
Promising review: "I regularly burn candles and have been trying to switch over to soy candles. I love this candle. I've only burned one so far, so I can only give my experience off of one candle. The wood wick and wax burned evenly. It didn't leave any wasted wax on the sidewalls. When lit, the smell travels well, even when not lit, occasionally if I'm near by it I can smell it. Does not create too much smoke (I have white walls so I was a little concerned). It is reasonably priced compared to other soy wax candles. I also like the simple design of the candle. I turn the label around towards the back for a cleaner look. I will be buying more." –A
Get it from Amazon for $35 (available in 14 scents and two colors).
23. A unique "Focus" wood wick candle chock full of herbal, floral, and citrusy essential oils so you can burn it into the wee hours and keep your mind *sharp," whether the task at hand is work, a school project, or an obsessive TV binge.
Burn.in Candle Co. is a Black woman-owned business that was created in 2020, after founder Donna-Marie experienced professional and pandemic burnout and turned to aromatherapy as an escape. Thus, the anti-burnout candles-to-burn were born!
Promising reviews: "LOVE my All-Nighter candle! Originally bought one for a gift but I ended up keeping it for myself and repurchasing almost a year later. I love the crack of the wood wick and it manages to fill my whole space 🥰" –Customer
"Love the way this candle helps me focus. I could fill my desk with these and be in total zen!" –Dana P.
Get it from Burn.in Candle Co. for $38 (also available in a sample tin).
Just remember: candles will always be there when you need to ~blow~ off some steam.
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