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I hate to burst everyone’s bubble, but gifting candles is lazy. I said what I said! But even with my hard stance, that doesn’t mean I don’t gift a couple of candles every year. I always find myself wrapping up a soothing scent for those people who are difficult to shop for. (Think: Coworkers, in-laws, nieces and nephews. . . you get the gist.) I’ve tried dozens of candles over the years, and if you do find yourself going the candle route, there’s only one that is worthy enough to be a present: The Blueme Refillable Wellness Candle.
For a candle to be a fitting gift, there are a few prerequisites I consider — and Blueme’s candles check all the boxes. First things first, the vessel needs to look and feel luxurious. Every Blueme candle comes in a handmade ceramic container that reminds me of a statuesque Roman pedestal. This turns the item into a decorative piece that not only makes your space smell good but look better, too.
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I also want the scent to offer benefits that can enhance your mood or calm your mind. Each of Blueme’s nine functional fragrances are designed with the help of scientists, so the scents don’t just smell lovely, they also enhance your wellbeing on a physical and psychological level. If I know someone has been stressed lately, I’ll get them the Calm Candle, which features notes of osmanthus and sandalwood. I recently got myself the Focus Candle, which features a mix of eucalyptus and lime, and it makes a major difference in my concentration levels during work. Scent truly is powerful!
What separates cheap candles from quality options is the wax and burn time. I’ve discovered that the slower the burn, the better the quality. My Blueme candle lasts such a long time, and 4 hours of burn on any given day only makes a minor dent, which I attribute to the soy wax blend.
Finally, while this isn’t a requirement for all the candles I buy, Blueme gets bonus points for being sustainable. Once you completely burn through a scent, you can purchase replacement wax rather than having to get a new vessel. Or, you can use it as a display for crystals or maybe even a vase for flowers. The possibilities are endless.
While Blueme flies relatively under the radar, those who have found the brand can’t stop raving about it.
“Love love love this brand,” wrote one Amazon reviewer. “I discovered this from a friend who also shops sustainable brands. The whole line is refillable and in a stunning ceramic holder. I’m very into the sandalwood fragrance, and this candle does not disappoint. It really does take me to another place.”
So, will I silently judge you if you decide to gift another candle? Yes. . . unless it’s one from Blueme. This isn’t just a candle — it’s functional art.
