Candles and incense: candle holders, diffusers, incense
Candles and incense create an atmosphere: glass, enamel or metal candle holders, flameless LED candles, stick or electric fragrance diffusers, incense cones and sticks, incense holders and ceramic burners.
A glass candle holder casts a warm light on a table or shelf.
What can you find in candles and incense?
Candle holders are the essential items on the page, made of blown glass, enamel or enamelled metal. Next are the fragrance diffusers, LED candles, incense cones and sticks along with their holders, and ceramic oil burners for scented oils and wax.
Flame candle or LED candle?
The flame of a real candle brings a lively light. The LED candle, with no flame or smoke, can be safely placed near a curtain, in a child's room or on a shelf, and lights up without a match. Some mimic the flickering of a flame.
Reed diffuser or electric?
The reed diffuser, consisting of reeds dipped in a fragrance bottle, continuously scents a room without flame or electricity; simply flip the reeds to refresh the scent. The electric diffuser disperses a scented mist from water and a few drops of oil: check the instructions for the amount of water and operating time.
Incense: cones, sticks or backflow?
The incense stick is placed in a holder that collects the ash. The cone sits on a dish. The backflow cone, with a hole underneath, fits onto a special burner: the smoke cascades down the ceramic, creating a very decorative effect. Ventilate the room after use.
The oil burner
The oil burner, made of ceramic, heats a scented oil or melting wax using a tea light placed underneath. Add a bit of water with the oil in the dish, and never leave it lit unattended.
Which brands of candles and incense?
Among the brands available: Present Time for most candle holders, Rex London for enamel and glass candle holders, Puckator for incense, holders and oil burners, Opjet for diffusers and LED candles, as well as Goloka, Lanaform, House Nordic and Stoneglow Candles. Each scent is selected according to the room.
Safety rules
Never leave a candle, incense or oil burner lit unattended or within reach of children and pets. Place them on a stable, heat-resistant surface, away from curtains and drafts. Extinguish a candle with a snuffer instead of blowing it out to avoid wax splatter.
When can you find candles and incense at discounted prices?
Candle holders and diffusers are common gifts at the end of the year: Black Friday and the winter sales are the two peak times for candles and incense on sale.
Check the Black Friday page at the end of November, the Sales page in January, and the Promotions page all year round. Fast delivery and best price guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions
How long should you let a candle burn for the first time?
Until the entire surface of the wax is melted to prevent it from tunnelling in the centre. This is the tunnelling effect, which is difficult to correct later.
How do you clean a candle holder covered in wax?
Place it in the freezer for a few hours: the wax hardens and comes off. The remainder can be washed with hot water and soap.
How often should you change the reeds in a diffuser?
When the scent weakens despite flipping them, often at the time of refill. Saturated reeds release less scent.
Does incense leave a lasting smell?
The smell lingers for a few hours in fabrics. Ventilate the room after use and avoid lighting it in a small enclosed space.
What candle is best for a child's room?
An LED candle, with no flame or smoke. It provides a soft light with no risk of burning.
