5 Best Scented Candles: The Ultimate Home Decor Must-Have in Malaysia
Scented candles are a luxurious addition to any home decor, not only do they add an aesthetic appeal, but their fragrance also has the power to transform the ambiance of a room. The pleasant smell of a scented candle can create a relaxing atmosphere and reduce stress after a long day. Scented candles are perfect for any occasion and are a delightful way to create a cozy atmosphere. The aroma of a scented candle can create a spa-like environment in any room, whether it’s the living room, bedroom, or any other space in your home. The mood of a room can be completely transformed with the addition of a scented candle, making it the perfect finishing touch to any home decor. Here are some recommended locally made scented candles, you may consider bringing back home to improve your quality of life.
Borneo Candle Studio Soy Candle – Sunday Morning
Borneo Candle Studio is co-founded by a Malaysian (Sarawakian) and Bruneian. All of their products are made in Borneo. All of their candles are handcrafted in small batches using 100% soy wax, phthalate-free fragrance and essential oil blend with cotton wicks. From ingredients to packaging, all candles are designed with eco-friendly and quality as main concerns.
The scents of the candle are inspired by nature and the different mood the designer experienced and sought in daily lives. Thus, the scents crafted are unique and can not be found anywhere else. They have a good range of scent for you to choose. Sunday Morning is one of my favorites. The main note of this scented candle is earthy sage then followed by warm amber and cedarwood. It creates an inviting and warm atmosphere, comforting your negative emotions and thoughts.
Why you must try Borneo Candle Studio Soy Candle – Sunday Morning:
- 100% natural ingredients used, no harm for health.
- Long lasting.
- Local products.
- Good variety of scents.
Why you might skip Borneo Candle Studio Soy Candle – Sunday Morning:
- No outlet, can not taste the smell before making a decision.
- Delivery only through Post Laju.
Details of Borneo Candle Studio Soy Candle – Sunday Morning:
Fragrance notes: | Sage, amber, cedarwood |
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Scent family : | Earthy |
Burn time: | 20 – 30 hours (100g); 45 – 55 hours (220g) |
Ingredients: | 100% natural soy wax, IFRA certified phthalate-free fine fragrance, essential oils blend, natural cotton wicks |
Price: | RM 48.00 (100g); RM 82.00 (220g) |
Link to purchase: | https://borneocandlestudio.com/collections/soy-candles |
In-store shopping: | Not available |
Diptyque – 34 Boulevard Saint Germain Candle
Diptyque is a France founded company of perfume which then expanded to fragrance for home and living. Diptyque is founded in 34 Boulevard Saint Germain which they named their signature scent series after. 34 Boulevard Saint Germain embodies Diptyque’s sophisticated and creative way of life. Like the spirit of the 5th arrondissement in Paris, its scent is elegant and unclassifiable. It delivers fresh notes of moses lifted by oriental spices, floral and woody notes. 34 Boulevard Saint Germain Candle comes in a candle jar in opaline glass bearing the oval of Diptyque’s signature scent in tone-on-tone color. This candle diffuses fresh, green and distinctive notes of moss and crushed blackcurrant leaves that mingle with floral notes, enhanced by spices and underscored by the richness and warmth of woods and balms.
Why you must try Diptyque – 34 Boulevard Saint Germain Candle:
- Elegant frame recipe of scent.
- Beautifully designed and crafted jar.
- Able to experience the scent before purchasing.
- Wide range of variety.
Why you might skip Diptyque – 34 Boulevard Saint Germain Candle:
- High cost.
- Unrevealed ingredients list.
Details of Diptyque – 34 Boulevard Saint Germain Candle:
Fragrance notes: | Moss, blackcurrant leaves, floral, spices |
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Scent family : | Woody |
Burn time: | 75 hours (300g) |
Ingredients: | NIL |
Price: | RM 459.00 (300g) |
Link to purchase : | https://kensapothecary.com.my/products/34-boulevard-saint-germain-candle |
In-store shopping: | Diptyque @ Pavilion |
Nyala Candle – Wild Wave
Nyala is a newly established company owned by Azfar Heri, a well-known content creator in Malaysia. Nyala is inspired by menyala signifying the good vibes in life through the scent. The owner of Nyala aims to give you a beautiful and peaceful environment through the scent from the candle. Nyala has a variety of smells and scents that deliver different stories and vibes.
Wild Wave candle is one of the signature scents from Nyala. Wild wave delivers a radiant and sparkling fragrance, with ripe notes of fresh lemon and ginger for a vibrant and memorable freshness. The heart blends and peony for a romantic yet luxury feminine scent. This scent is suitable during working or studying, it refreshes your mind and helps to increase concentration.
Why you must try Nyala Candle – Wild Wave:
- 100% natural ingredients used, no harm for health.
- Local products.
- Good variety of scents.
- Minimalist packaging.
- Affordable price.
Why you might skip Nyala Candle – Wild Wave:
- No outlet, can not try the smell before making a decision.
- No further details in ingredients list
Details of Nyala Candle – Wild Wave:
Fragrance notes: | Lemon, ginger, peony |
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Scent family : | Fruity |
Burn time: | 40 – 50 hours (200g) |
Ingredients: | 100% domestically-grown vegetable wax, fine fragrance oils, and cotton wicks. |
Price: | RM 75.00 (200g) |
Link to purchase: | https://nyalacandle.com/ |
In-store Shopping : | Not available |
NuDecco – Dear You
NuDecco is an aesthetic minimalist hand-poured scented candle brand made in Georgetown, Penang. All of their soy and shaped candles are hand poured in a small batch by using 100% vegan soy wax, bee wax that is infused with scented fragrance, without using any harmful chemical, paraffin and phthalate.
NuDecco wishes to provide unique curated art pieces of home decor through uniquely shaped candles while being able to give you a comfort and warmth environment through the scent of candles. Dear you is under self love collection. This collection aims to give you courage to love and embrace yourself through uniquely blended scent. It gives you a floral note ending with a fruity tone.
Why you must try NuDecco – Dear You:
- 100% natural ingredients used, no harm for health.
- Local products.
- Good variety of scents.
- Minimalist packaging.
Why you might skip NuDecco – Dear You:
- No outlet, can not try the smell before making a decision.
- No further details in ingredients list
Details of NuDecco – Dear You:
Fragrance notes: | Daisy, bay leaves, fig and musk |
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Scent family : | Floral |
Burn time: | 60 hours (200g) |
Ingredients: | 100% natural soy wax infused with fragrance oil and wood wick |
Price: | RM 95.00 (200g) |
Link to purchase: | https://nudecco.com/ |
In-store shopping: | Not available |
Oh Lilin Artisan Candle – Bali
Oh Lilin started off as a hobby in a little kitchen where founders wanted to craft affordable and unique scented candles. After a series of experiments with various types of wax and scents, they opted to support local producers of palm wax instead to promote local business. They wish to help people to transform their room and daily experience drastically by adding a scent candle in their daily life. They also found comfort in the smell of flowers and forest. Oh Lilin Artisan candles series provides consumers with a wide range of different tones of smells, from earthy to candy note. Bali is a special recipe in this series. Bali gives a deep, risch scent of wood. It’s scents make you feel like you are deep in Asian Jungle. It is a perfect choice for masculine option.
Why you must try Oh Lilin Artisan Candle – Bali:
- Local products.
- Good variety of scents.
- Able to smell and choose in retail.
Why you might skip Oh Lilin Artisan Candle – Bali:
- No further details in ingredients list,
- Relatively shorter burn time.
- No further description to help online purchase.
Details of Oh Lilin Artisan Candle – Bali:
Fragrance notes: | Not available |
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Scent Family : | Woody |
Burn time: | 40 hours (190g) |
Ingredients: | Palm wax and fragrance oil |
Price: | RM 65.00 (190g) |
Link to purchase: | https://ohlilin.com/ |
In-store shopping: | Calia Pavillion, Kuala Lumpur; Atmos: Mid Valley Megamall; Neo Living, Klang; Parkson, Pavilion Bukit Jalil; The APOM Store, KLCC; The APOM Store, Bangsar Valley; Isetan, Gardens Mall (KL); Isetan, KLCC. |
By lighting up a scented candle, you can totally change the environment of your living space or office. The olfactory sensation is strong enough to give you an emotional change and help to improve your quality of life. Some of the scent formulas are able to improve your quality of sleep. But smell preference is very subjective. It is better for you to smell the real scent then only make your decision. Certain strong scents may cause discomfort such as headache, nausea and dizziness. Thus, make sure you choose the scent that you feel comfortable with.