Scented candles: 10 of the best

On a slow news day, I wonder, "Are candles a legit beauty product?" Many people think of beauty in the context of something that makes you look your best. But it's also about how you feel - and that, no doubt, has an impact on how you look. Maybe a punchy red lipstick makes you feel like you're ready to face the day (think war paint), or a perfume makes you feel happy or sexy or bossy every time you wear it. Therefore, fragrance plays a huge role in beauty. Indulge in that spritz of jasmine or bergamot or woodsy notes and… ta-da, your mood lifts and suddenly you feel different – better than you did moments earlier. Which also makes you different. But do you always have to wear perfume for it to affect your appearance? No. Candles, especially those from brands that understand the power of scent, are a great way to go. Their scent can also be collectively enjoyed during the festive season, which uplifts everyone's mood. Tata Harper's candle is particularly appropriate for our times. It uses pine, cypress, black pepper and cloves to mimic the health benefits of forest bathing, which have been shown to relieve stress and anxiety. And for anyone allergic to perfume, it may be the only way to treat yourself without getting a rash - which isn't pretty or pretty.
1. Parfumeur H for Sotheby's £155, perfumerh.com 2. Dior Ambre Nuit £80, dior.com 3. Diptyque Neige £38, spacenk.com 4. Maison Francis Kurkdjian Mon Beau Sapin £65, harrods.com 5. Fleur d' Brightest Orange Neroli £37, glossier.com6. Nomad Noah Lover in Jerusalem £55, selfridges.com 7. Malin + Goetz Dark Rum from £19, cultbeauty.com 8. Nette x Tata Harper Into the Forest £72.99, tataharper.com 9. Miller Harris The Air de Rien £50, millerharris.com 10. Acqua Di Parma Panettone £72, johnlewis.com
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On a slow news day, I wonder, "Are candles a legit beauty product?" Many people think of beauty in the context of something that makes you look your best. But it's also about how you feel - and that, no doubt, has an impact on how you look. Maybe a punchy red lipstick makes you feel like you're ready to face the day (think war paint), or a perfume makes you feel happy or sexy or bossy every time you wear it. Therefore, fragrance plays a huge role in beauty. Indulge in that spritz of jasmine or bergamot or woodsy notes and… ta-da, your mood lifts and suddenly you feel different – better than you did moments earlier. Which also makes you different. But do you always have to wear perfume for it to affect your appearance? No. Candles, especially those from brands that understand the power of scent, are a great way to go. Their scent can also be collectively enjoyed during the festive season, which uplifts everyone's mood. Tata Harper's candle is particularly appropriate for our times. It uses pine, cypress, black pepper and cloves to mimic the health benefits of forest bathing, which have been shown to relieve stress and anxiety. And for anyone allergic to perfume, it may be the only way to treat yourself without getting a rash - which isn't pretty or pretty.

1. Parfumeur H for Sotheby's £155, perfumerh.com 2. Dior Ambre Nuit £80, dior.com 3. Diptyque Neige £38, spacenk.com 4. Maison Francis Kurkdjian Mon Beau Sapin £65, harrods.com 5. Fleur d' Brightest Orange Neroli £37, glossier.com6. Nomad Noah Lover in Jerusalem £55, selfridges.com 7. Malin + Goetz Dark Rum from £19, cultbeauty.com 8. Nette x Tata Harper Into the Forest £72.99, tataharper.com 9. Miller Harris The Air de Rien £50, millerharris.com 10. Acqua Di Parma Panettone £72, johnlewis.com

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