Different Types of Scented Candles

No doubt candles were not really invented for many of the purposes they are used for, but still candles are identified with its multipurpose usage image. Fragrance and candles are often connected to such an extent that many people just forget that normal long white candles are available in the market.

There are different types of candles but scented candles are a popular genre. Scented candles unlike most other products can be customized very easily. Common types of scented candles available in the market are as follows:

•  Triple scented candles

•  Scented candles with essential oils (marketed by aroma therapists)

•  Soy wax scented candles

•  Other miscellaneous scented candles (includes all other types of scented candles)

In addition, scented candles are often differentiated in many other ways as follows:

•  Scented candles come in various colors but bright colored scented candles are seen to be more popular than other colored scented candles.

•  They are also differentiated according to their manufacturing methods.

•  Shape and size based differentiations are also popular

•  As candles are manufactured from different base materials like paraffin, soy, beeswax, plant waxes and tallow, this type of base material differentiation is often done by manufacturers.

Homemade/Strong Scented Candles

Many manufacturers publicize their scented candles as homemade scented candles or strong scented candles and even highly scented candles.

Homemade Scented candles

You may have seen many websites giving a step by step method of making candles at home.

Homemade candles are often made by people who have candle making as a hobby. Yes, it is that engaging. Colors and scents can be added but it is advisable to buy candles which are professionally manufactured instead.

Strong or Highly Scented Candles

The fragrance that a candle emits via a candle warmer can actually be measured. Most of us prefer a mildly scented candle which works for a longer time rather than a highly scented candle which eats up its wax in no time. Strong scented candles can even cause headaches. Psychic healers and other occult professionals are known to use strong scented candles for releasing fragrances.

People looking for a particular fragrance would be amazed by the number of alternatives available in the scented candles industry. All in all, with the emergence of candle warmers along with a nice sense of architectural improvement, the sales of scented candles have seen a rise.