Get a Whiff of 21 of Our Best Christmas Candles & Home Scent Gift Sets
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We know you're probably wondering, is a candle a good Christmas gift?
The answer? Yes of course it is!
As the wise Oprah once said, "You get a candle, you get a candle, everyone gets a candle."
Oh wait... OK, so she didn't say it exactly like that.
But whether it's for your mother-in-law or colleague, a friend or even yourself, home scents and Christmas candle gift ideas are guaranteed crowd-pleasers.
Side note, we find out the difference between good candles (and bad ones) in this episode of the Beauty IQ Uncensored podcast below!
In other words, the answer to 'is a candle a good Christmas gift?' will always be yes.
No matter your budget, we've rounded up the yummiest, most festive Christmas scented candles in Australia.
Just for fun, we thought we'd start with the most luxurious, decadent Christmas candles in Australia.
Then, we'll work our way down to some equally excellent candle gifts under $30.
(Or candle gifts... for yourself.)
So if you ever find yourself asking yourself is a candle is a good Christmas gift? You can just refer back to this article.
$1,099.00
Look, a 3kg candle isn't a must-have, but owning one would be really, really lovely. The vegetable wax-based candle has a burn time of over 300 hours (wow!) and is housed in a handcrafted artisanal glass vessel made in Italy. Enjoy notes of bergamot, waxed wood, honey, beeswax absolute, sandalwood essential oil, cinnamon essential oil, tonka bean, patchouli essential oil, musk and vanilla. Very bougie, and very beautiful.
A Deliciously Scented Advent Calendar Gift Set.
No one does Christmas candles like Glasshouse, and this year's advent calendar is no exception. Think: 24 surprises across home fragrance, Eau de Parfum, Bath & Body, and exclusive gifts! If you can't resist a peek, you'll find every fragrance included on the product page.
For the Friend Who Deserves a Fancy Candle For Christmas
Bare with us, because we need to talk about this *stunning* Trudon Christmas candle. Libra —named after the Libra constellation— is an amber woody scent evoking winter voluptuousness, with touches of amber, cedar, and tonka bean. This collaboration redefines the constellations, subtly weaving connections between the spirit of the holiday season and the universe of Trudon: the bee, the brand's emblem, and the nutcracker, a timeless figure of childhood and holiday magic. Not only does this Christmas candle smell divine, but it will look fabulous in any home.
The Christmas Candle They *Really* Want
Next up, we've got Luna! With its stunning design and delicate blend of lotus and musk, its peony-petaled heart is an invitation to share moments of great refinement. A true winter flower, Luna is a fragrance that revolves around the Moon.
A Limited Edition Candle For Christmas Time
Not sure what side of the naughty or nice list you will be on this year? Not to worry, this limited edition Christmas candle is the perfect treat! Inspired by peppermint candy canes, this deliciously zingy fragrance is the perfect treat, regardless of whether you've been naughty or nice.
A Christmas Candle For the Christmas Lover
Fir is a candle made for Christmas candle lovers! With notes of conifer, myrrh, and incense absolute, this candle gives you the feel of inviting one to gather and warm up by a comforting fireplace. The Fir scented candle welcomes the olfactory strength and very essence of the Christmas tree. This is the more 'traditional' holiday candle of the group for your most festive friend.
From the makers of the iconic 'tomato' candle comes a candle with invigorating scent of Sichuan pepper. A balance of fresh citrus and spicy notes, Sichuan pepper is strong and aromatic. In its complex bouquet, notes of fresh citrus, green and bergamot contrast with warm, spicy notes.
A Christmas Candle That Smells Like A Christmas Dessert
I love this Christmas candle immediately, simply because the name reminds me of a Christmas dessert! But seriously, the decadent, limited-edition candle has notes of clove, orange, and Bourbon vanilla, making for an irresistible blend.
The Best Christmas Candle For Christmas Eve
Ooft, I need this burning in my home yesterday. This Glasshouse Christmas candle is inspired by plum pudding and sweet treats, it smells good enough to eat. Glasshouse Night Before Christmas smells like Blackcurrant, Redcurrant, Plum, and Spice.
A Cute Candle Gift Set For A Glasshouse Lover
Nothing compares to the magic of watching how candlelight dances through the room when you're burning this spinning candle set. A Tahaa Affair is one of Glasshouse's top fragrances it smells like rich and elevated Butterscotch Caramel with a slightly toasted smokey note which adds rich complexity This Christmas candle gift set comes with the limited edition A Tahaa Affair candle vessel and a golden spinning carousel.
THE Glasshouse Christmas Candle Gift Set of Your Xmas Dreams
Every year, Glasshouse makes a candle gift set featuring their three holiday scents. This year, you get three mini candles: Gingerbread House, Night Before Christmas and White Christmas.
I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas... Candle
Like the name suggests, White Christmas from Glasshouse evokes a wintery escape. Fresh Aldehydes, Plum, Eucalyptus and Cedarwood will give you that warm festive feeling, no matter where you're celebrating this year.
A Christmas Candle For the Gingerbread Fan
Love the smell of Gingerbread fresh out of the oven? Then look no further at Glasshouse's Gingerbread scented candle. This deliciously scented candle is sure to leave your space smelling like caramel, ginger, amber and bourbon vanilla goodness.
The Best Christmas Candle to Find Under the Mistletoe
With Glasshouse's signature blend of Spiced Apple and Red Berries, this candle smells like Shortbread with Caramel Apples, topped with Cinnamon. This Christmas candle is festive and difficult to resist, with its magnetic presence that invites loved ones to step under the mistletoe. It's a must for anyone who loves a festive scent!
A Very Merry Xmas Diffuser
Want a festive home fragrance but don't want to leave a candle burning? This Christmas diffuser is the answer. It's zesty and indulgent, combining sweet Red Fruits and Lime. It’s perfect for joyful gatherings, bright spaces or sharing festive moments. Sounds bloody delicious, right?
Luxe car scents are the Next Big Thing, and Glasshouse is soft-launching their car diffuser offering with this classic scent. This one's for the people in your life who play who love chic scents. Even if that person is... you.
The Best Christmas Candle for Your Chicest Friends
La Pomponette Candle gives the memory of a white Christmas in Europe. This Chic candle is scented with Maison Balzac's Le Rouge perfume. It is a sweet and warming blend of cardamom, heliotrope and white musk. Not only does it smell incredible, but it looks incredible in its Chic glass vessel, decorated with Maison Balzac's signature glass dots. This candle is giving classy grown-up Christmas vibes.
A Novelty Christmas Scent Everyone Will Love
Now, we know this is technically not a candle, but this was too cute not to share! This Glasshouse Interior Fragrance smells like crisp alpine air stirred by fresh green Fig leaves, the sweetness of Caramelised Fig, and the warmth of Maple Wood. It is the perfect novelty gift for Christmas Day, or pop it on your work buddy's desk just because.
A Christmas Candle For Those Looking To Unwind
We know that Christmas is a stressful time. So why not unwind with the iKOU De-Stress Mini Pure Essential Oil Candle? This relaxing candle is the perfect way to infuse your space with soothing aromas and set the mood for relaxation. It's also perfect for those who are not after a Christmas scent. Oh, and did we mention it comes with a matching diffuser and essential oil? You'll be feeling relaxed and stress-free in no time!
A Classic Bauble Candle.
Much is said about the iconic Glasshouse Midnight in Milan Christmas candle bauble every year, but all you need to know is it'll sell out. Fast. Go!
Keep Christmas Around All Year Long
Last but not least is the CIRCA White Fig & Cedar Mini Christmas Tree Scent Stems™. Make any Christmas tree smell like a fresh-cut one with these Scent Stems™. Add scent to your artificial tree or enhance the natural scent of your real tree with this delightful fragrance of White Fig & Cedar, with subtle accents of Sandalwood and Cardamom. Simply place each hook into your Mini Scent Stems™ and then place onto your Christmas Tree as you would a Christmas decoration.
Still, stuck on candle gift ideas? Find the perfect candle in 30 seconds or less with the Adore Beauty gift finder.
P.S. You can also find Kris Kringle and Secret Santa inspo in our holiday gifting YouTube video below! Or take our gift finder quiz and find the perfect gift in under 30 seconds.
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