The best spring candles will help make your home feel fresh and ready for the new season. There is something special about spring. It's a time when the weather begins to warm, and many of us are finally feeling a bit more upbeat. The winter blues are long behind us, and the blazing summer sun is not yet upon us. The best aromatherapy candles can help improve your mood, relax your body and create a lovely atmosphere in your home.
Spring is the perfect time to de-clutter your home, hence the phrase - spring cleaning. Historically, this was when women beat all of the dirt and grime out of their carpets. Although most of us thankfully no longer have to sweep soot, it is a phrase that has stuck. It is a season when you can get rid of all the junk which is cluttering your home and your life. The best spring candles will help elevate your home and mood.
Best spring candle shortlist:
• Best citrus spring candle: Sunflower Pop Candle - Buy now on Flora Street
• Best spiced spring candle: Holistic London African Pink Pepper + Peony Candle - Buy now on Counter Cultures
• Top spring candle deal: Yankee Candle Majestic Mount Fuji - Buy now on Amazon UK
• Best spring candle to gift: Polkra x Katie Scott Candle Collection - Buy now on Polkra
Here at Yours, we know how important it is to get the right scent. So we have spent time personally testing and reviewing most of the candles in this article. If you aren't a fan of candles you could also try a wax melt which can also help to make your home smell gorgeous.
Best spring candles
Best citrus spring candle
floralstreet.com
This Sunflower pop candle is a unique one-of-a-kind collaboration with the iconic Van Gogh Museum. If you like strong citrus scents then this candle is perfect for you. Not only is it an absolute delight for your scenes, but it also burns beautifully and comes in a stunning eco-friendly box.
Our review: " This candle reminds me of a gorgeous warm day. The Lively orange with a splash of bergamot smells incredible. It is fresh and summery. When lit it really brought a smile to my face and I can smell it long after the candle has been blown out."
Pros
- One-of-a-kind sunflower pop candle
- Vegan and cruelty certified by the vegan society & PETA
- Packaging is reusable, recyclable or biodegradable
- Energising
Cons
- Not a calming scent
Burning time: | 40 hours burn time |
Best spring candle to gift
polkra.com
This beautiful candle is presented in a luxurious detailed ceramic pot. The vibrant colours and wonderfully detailed snake make it an eye-catching feature in any home. It is one of five scents in a collection by Polkra and the award-winning artist Katie Scott. This candle is made from 100 per cent natural and non-GM, ethically sourced coconut & rapeseed wax. We think this is a fantastic gift for someone celebrating a spring birthday.
Our review: "As soon as I saw this candle, I was in love with it. The candle pot is stunning. I plan to use it long after the candle has finished. I love the snake and leaves pattern. It is weighted by not heavy. It is an exquisite piece of British art which will elevate any home. Now, the scent has a sweet balanced smell. It is not overbearing, yet the essence of sweetness creates a warm atmosphere. It is a perfect candle to give as a gift or light with dinner."
Pros
- Beautiful re-usable ceramic pot
- Warm fragrance
Cons
- Heavy candle
Burning time | 45 hours |
Best spring candle with a lid
www.niche-beauty.com
BJÖRK & BERRIES is a warm blend of papyrus, cooling lavender and apple blossom. This luxury candle is hand-poured in Sweden and made with 100 per cent natural and vegan wax. We love this warm yet crisp candle, which is perfect for relaxing on a spring evening.
Tried and tested review: "This is a beautiful candle, which encompasses soft spring nights. It reminds me of the sun setting on a warm spring afternoon or a fresh breeze blowing through the curtains. It's subtle, and gentle but disincentive and embracing. This candle is a perfect candle for the home and can be used all year round."
Pros
- Vegan
- Crisp yet warm scene
- It comes with a lid
Cons
- Unknown burning time
Burning time | 55 hours |
Best floral spring candle
www.notino.co.uk
The scent of tuberose transports you to the fields of Southern India, where these fragrant white flowers are grown. From the top of their long, slender stems exhales a heady yet fresh and green scent, delicately nuanced with fruity, milky notes. We found this was the perfect bathroom fragrance and we loved lighting it before soaking in the tub.
Our review: "This candle comes in limited edition packaging, which is beautiful. I believe it would make a lovely gift to anyone who loves candles. It has a strong fragrance much stronger than other floral candles but creates a relaxing ambience and a lovely fragrance in any room of the home."
Pros
- Strong scent
- Relaxing
- Floral
Cons
- Limited edition
Burning time | 60 hours |
Most relaxing scented spring candle
www.cultbeauty.co.uk
Berber Blonde is a luxury candle. With the Moroccan orange blossom, North African neroli and musk, this wonderful candle is designed to lift your spirits year-round as it wafts through your home. Orange Blossom is prized for its mood-boosting effects; the fragrant flower is thought to promote mindfulness and raise a vibrational aura. We love this candle because it is 100 per cent vegan, cruelty-free and Leaping Bunny certified.
Our review: "This is my go-to candle for after a long day. The scent is rich, sweet and warm. It instantly relaxes me. I love looking at its glass encasing. Within two hours, the whole upstairs of my house is fragrant. This candle reminds me of long spring walks through flowery fields."
Pros
- Cruelty-free
- Relaxing
- Luxury candle
- Glass encasing
- 100 per cent vegetable wax
Cons
- Only one size is available
Burning time | 48 hours |
Best UK candle
www.trouva.com
LIGA’s Tide Candle is made with vegan coconut and soy wax. This candle is handmade in Cornwall. The scent consists of sea salt and driftwood fragrance. These candles are made in recycled wine bottle jars and finished with a sustainable cork lid. We love this candle because it instantly made us think of the seaside.
Our review: "The first time you visit the beach on a warm spring day is always a turning point for the year. This candle compasses that. The sea salt is so explosive it instantly transports your mind back to happy times in the sunshine at the beach. This candle is beautifully made. I love this conscious candle with an ethos that I can get behind. If Cornwall was a candle, it would be this one."
Pros
- Handmade in Cornwall
- Smells like the seaside
- Made using recycled wine bottles
- Eco-friendly brand
Cons
- Wick burnt out when testing
Burning time | Unknown |
Best spring candle with earthy tones
www.libertylondon.com
Named after the Norwegian word for ‘rain’, REGN captures the cool, green and rejuvenating aromas. This candle encompasses spring scents like wet grass, damp earth and cool fresh air. It is a relaxing scent which creates a calm atmosphere. We love that the wooden lid can also be used as a coaster.
Our review: "I love lighting this candle at bedtime. It is subtle and fresh, which creates a calm aroma and atmosphere. It is light, fresh and comforting like a warm hug."
Pros
- Encased in a painted glass votive
- Engraved beechwood lid from FSC-certified European forests
- Free from parabens, phthalates, silicones and mineral oils
- Sustainable packaging
Cons
- Only one size available
Burning time | Up to 50 hours |
Top spring candle deal
Yankee has gained popularity with its ability to capture scents perfectly, and this is no exception. Mount Fuji is an excellent example of this. It is fresh, cool and has strong-watery tones. We love this Yankee candle because it has a strong scent.
Our review: "I have been a long-time fan of Yankee Candle. Each candle they create is perfectly named to explain what to expect. This candle is fresh and crisp - it can be burnt every day. It is not overbearing and brings a subtle nice fragrance."
Pros
- Fresh scent
- Long-lasting fragrance
- Nice colour
Cons
- Some customers' candles arrived in damaged boxes
Burning time | 65-75 hours |
Best homemade candle
www.wakuda.co.uk
This sweet-flavoured candle will bring a floral smell into any room in your home. We love that this candle is handmade and made of eco-soy wax. This candle has fresh strawberries with a sweet and fruity undertone. Infuse with rich and creamy vanilla, with soft notes of buttercream and coconut.
Our review: " I love being able to support smaller businesses, so this candle really speaks to me. It has a gorgeous scent I can smell it long after I blow out the candle. I love the glittery flakes on the top of the candle. I have been lighting this candle every day for two weeks, and it is still not halfway. Although I do not know the exact burning time, it is great value."
Pros
- UK small business
- Lovely scent
- Reusable jar
Cons
- Unknown burning time
Contains: | Eco Soy Wax + Fragrance |
Best luxury spring candle
henrystownhouse.co.uk
Did you know this candle is inspired by the beautifully restored former home of Henry Austin, Jane Austen’s brother? This ceramic candle is laced with subtle notes of bergamot and green tea to echo the elegance of 18th-century townhouses. We loved this candle so much that we didn't want to light it. But after we eventually did, we saved the jar to store pens.
Our review: "I have never seen a candle more magnificent. This breathtaking black candle reminds me of a warm cup of tea on a spring morning. There is something very familiar when smelling this candle. It is a very luxurious candle, it is ideal for someone passionate about scents and fragrances. It is simple yet complex. Familiar yet brand new."
Pros
- Stunning candle
- Complex fragrance
Cons
- Luxury candle
Burning time | 40 hours |
Best small candle
boujeebougies.com
The Boujee Bougies candle is an absolute explosion for your senses. Hellflower is a post-apocalyptic floral bursting with the sulphuric brilliance of grapefruit. The marriage of brimstone and grapefruit is intoxicating and addictive. It is a scent that you will want more of. We think although this candle is small, it's incredibly powerful. We placed it in the hallway so the gorgeous scent can drift through the whole house.
Our review: "Out of all of the candles I tested, this is by far my favourite. This luxury candle brings feelings of those first warm days of spring. The first family picnic of the year. The first ice lolly of the year. It is light and refreshing without being sickly or overbearing. Hellflower packs a powerful punch of grapefruit but is perfectly balanced with lighter floral scents."
Pros
- 100 per cent natural wax made with rapeseed oil
- Vibrant floral aroma
- Strong scent
Cons
- Only one size is available
Burning time | 220g burns for over 50 hours, 60g burns for 20 hours. |
Best crackling wick spring candle
Relax under the blanket on a cool spring evening. The warm natural scent creates a lovely atmosphere. The patented wooden wick candle creates a beautiful flame and distinctive crackle, which creates a fireside feel.
Our review: "This is the perfect candle to light when you are snuggled up on the sofa to relax and read a book. The soft sounds of the crackling wooden wick takes me back to memories of an open fire. The vanilla scent is sweet and subtle."
Pros
- Crackling wick
- Relaxing sound
- Great smell
- Great for a drizzly spring day
Cons
- Some customers found that the wick can shrink
Burning time | 50 hours |
Best personalised spring candle
www.etsy.com
With more than 60,000 sales and 9,000 5-star reviews, this is one of Etsy’s biggest candle brands. This handcrafted candle is the perfect gift for a friend or an indulgent treat. The 180ml jar candle is presented in a medicine-style jar with a lid and filled with natural soy wax. We think this is a unique gift which is perfect for the candle lover in your life. We also love that you can add extra personalisation to make it extra special and suitable for the recipient.
Customer review: "Bought as a present for my sister’s birthday and she loved it!! The candle and bath salts smell amazing, and it was all very beautiful, with the matches being such a lovely touch!! The packaging was also lovely (and postage safe). Delivery was amazing, as it came with plenty of time before my sister’s birthday!! Overall, I would definitely recommend it!"
Pros
- Natural soy wax
- Multiple scent options
- Free name personalisation
- More than 9,000 5 star reviews
Cons
- Gift bag costs extra
Burning time | Unknown |
Best feminine scented spring candle
www.lookfantastic.com
To uplift, wind down, or simply add an air of luxury. Transform the atmosphere with the luxurious and opulent scent of peonies in voluptuous bloom. Soak up the sensuality of soft, blush suede.
Customer review: "It smells AMAZING! Soon as you light it, it immediately changes the mood of your home. The scent is not overpowering at all, it’s perfect. It’s truly luxury at its best. The candle is very popular, so if you’re on the fence about purchasing it, don’t think too long because this candle sells out quickly, especially during the holiday season. Another great thing to know about the candle, you don’t have to burn it for long periods. You can burn the candle for up to an hour, and the scent will linger in your home for several hours. So go ahead, indulge, treat yourself to this beautifully crafted pomegranate candle…it’s waiting for YOU."
Pros
- Crisp
- Popular brand
- Soothing
Cons
- Some customers found the scent subtle
Burning time | Unknown |
Best spring candle on Amazon
This candle has been created with natural wax that is vegan, cruelty and paraben-free and biodegradable. The fresh and dewy scent takes your mind back to days of wandering in rosy gardens on a lovely spring day. We love wick candles because we found the sound very therapeutic.
Customer review: "Wow, I love everything about this. The scent hit me as soon as I opened the box & the jar is absolutely beautiful & so heavy. I bought this for a friends birthday BUT I’m keeping it so will have to order another. AND the price, wow such a beautiful product for a relatively small amount. This is now my favourite candle because of the lovely clean scent & the beautiful large jar which will look beautiful in my bedroom once the candle has finished burning. In fact I like it so much I'm going to order another for my motorhome for when we snuggle down on an evening with the blinds closed watching tv. A really beautiful product all round."
Pros
- Beautiful jar
- Soy
- Multiple scents avaliable
Cons
- Packaging is not recyclable
Burning time | 90 hours |
Best fresh citrus spring candle
www.boots.com
The heart note of Lemongrass is enhanced with fresh citrus top notes of West Indian Lime, Chinese May Chang and sweet Mandarin grown in Italy. There are proven benefits for the mind, body and soul from the oils in this exquisite candle - these include easing tensions, boosting mood and happiness, and refreshing and energising the senses. We like strong scents and think this is great for people who like powerful aromas.
Customer review: "I love the AromaWorks candles. This one smells having a relaxing spa experience at home. They last ages and burn nicely, no excessive flickering or smoking. Keep the wick trimmed. And even better, no nasty chemicals!"
Pros
- Soy wax
- 100 per cent pure essential oils
- Hand poured
- 100 per cent natural
Cons
- Some found scent overpowering
Burning time | Unknown |
synchronicityscents.com
Hope scented candle from Synchronicity Scents is a vegan soy wax blend infused with floral jasmine, sparkling neroli and exotic ylang-ylang. This vegan soy wax candle combines scents of red mandarin, warm tonka bean, earthy oakmoss and aromatic lavender. We love the message behind this candle and that the dragonflies on the design represent going on a journey and they remind us to stay hopeful in difficult times.
Our review: "This is a soft scent candle. It is subtle and perfect for people who like organic candles. I love that this candle is eco-friendly, natural and comes in sustainable packaging."
Pros
- Vegan
- Soy wax candle
Cons
- No online reviews
Burning time | 40 hours |
Best uplifting spring candle
The NEOM Scent To Make You Happy range contains 100 per cent natural fragrance blends that can have an uplifting effect on the mind and body including neroli, mimosa and lemon. Neom candles are hand poured in the UK with naturally derived wax. We think that this candle would be a great gift for someone going through a tough time.
Review: "The scent of this candle is so soft and lovely that it feels almost plush-like a down comforter. It's a sweeter more feminine scent-in particular, the mimosa really takes centre stage."
Pros
- Uplifting
- Great gift
- Affordable price
Cons
- Subtle scent
Burning time | 35 hours |
Best spiced spring candle
www.counterculturestore.co.uk
If you are a fan of spiced candles then look no further. Spiced candles are often popular because they dominate the space. Pink Pepper essential oil can help promote feelings of alertness. We love that this brand has pledged to support local suppliers to improve the livelihood of workers.
Our review: "I'm obsessed with the warm spiced note really emerges after burning this candle for a couple of hours. I haven't smelt a candle more unique. It is a great scent for men as well as woman."
Pros
- Handcrafted candle
- Responsibly sourced from African islands Reunion and Mauritius
- Spiced aroma
Cons
- Does not come with the matches shown in the picture
Burning time | 180ml up to 40hrs |
Best crisp scented spring candle
www.counterculturestore.co.uk
The MÆGEN (May-en) candle is arguably one of the freshest candles we have ever smelt. We would argue there truly is nothing not to like about this crisp fresh water scent. This candle has been hand poured in the UK and is crafted from 100 per cent sustainable soy wax.
Our review: " This is a really clean and crisp fragrance. I have loved candles for a long time and never smelt a candle which encompasses a crisp smell more perfectly. I love the unique tin case."
Pros
- Crisp scent
- Metal container
Cons
- Tin can be a little difficult to open
Burning time | Unknown |
Best masculine spring scent
www.paulsmith.com
Inspired by the designer Paul Smith’s summer trips to Italy – and his home in the Tuscan countryside. We cannot get enough of this scent, it is fresh with a more masculine mature tone. This would make the perfect candle for your husband, son or a male friend.
Our review: " I love this fresh scent. It reminds me of a warm spring evening and the transition into summer. Sometimes I prefer to light a candle with a richer scent and this is perfect for those evenings. Often floral or fruity scents can become a little sickly but this candle, I could smell all day long."
Pros
- Great for both genders
- Gorgeous neutral packaging
- Hand-poured
- Reusable pot
Cons
- Luxury candle
Fragrance notes: | Italian bergamot, mandarin, and basil. |
Benefits of burning candles
Candles have been seen as a way great way to relax for decades. In films, books and advertising campaigns, you'll find a candle linked to relaxation. A candle-lit dinner is seen as the perfect way to set the tone for an evening, and blowing out a candle is said to make all your dreams come true. But is there any weight in it? According to researchers, burning candles has a lot of benefits to our mental health and wellbeing. Here are a few reasons why:
Burning a candle can help lower stress and promote relaxation
Nearly all of the candles on our list contain essential oils and natural compounds derived from nature. These oils are usually sourced from a plant, which means they have medicinal benefits. Scents like lavender, rose and jasmine work to help us sleep better, lower anxiety and promote relaxation.
The right candle should not only look aesthetically pleasing.
Candles can help you to recreate a memory and bring comfort
Our sense of smell is closely linked to our memory. Have you ever smelt something and thought - this smells like a holiday or that reminds me of my mother's cooking? Well, this is because we associate smells with a specific period or event in our lives.
Candles have been used in places of worship and spiritual centres to connect to loved ones who have passed and reground us to the earth.
When you are creating a memory, it can be a good idea to also set the scene with a scent. This way, you will always be able to connect the two when you want to revisit this memory, for example, at a birthday, special dinner or a wedding.
Indulge and be an individual
Candles can be a great way to indulge. It is the perfect gift to yourself or another. Pick a scent that speaks to your scenes, it will be personal for each individual. Our descriptive reviews of the best spring candles should allow you to purchase a candle. We aim to help you create a perfectly calm atmosphere in your home.
Hannah Carroll is a Senior Home, Parenting and Lifestyle Product writer for Yours, specialising in product testing and reviews. As a mother of three, Hannah loves finding clothes that make her feel fabulous and products that are great for large families.