What is a botanical scented candle?

A botanical scented candle is made with a natural wax base of coconut oil and rapeseed oil, and scented exclusively with essential oils from plants. It contains no synthetic fragrances, paraffin, or petrochemical additives. The result is a candle that burns cleaner and fills the room with an authentic, natural fragrance.

How long does a botanical scented candle burn?

FOAM’s botanical scented candles burn for approximately 25 hours. The natural coconut and rapeseed wax burns more slowly and evenly than paraffin, providing a longer burn time per gram of wax.

How do you use a scented candle properly so it burns for a long time?

Let the wax melt all the way to the edge the first time you burn the candle. If you extinguish it before the wax reaches the edge, a memory ring will form in the wax, and the candle will never burn all the way down again. Always trim the wick to about 5 mm before each use for a steady, soot-free flame.

Scented candles by season: how to choose the right fragrance for each season

The scent of your scented candle should match the season. Spring and summer call for the freshness of flowers and berries. Autumn and winter call for the warmth of the forest, vanilla, and earth. Changing your scent with the seasons is one of the easiest ways to follow nature’s rhythm from inside your home.

It’s no coincidence that we’re drawn to different scents depending on the season. The connection between our sense of smell and memory and emotion is well documented. A fresh summer scent in January feels out of place. A warm forest scent on a late August evening, on the other hand, feels like a natural extension of the changing season outdoors. Read more about what makes FOAM’s botanical scented candles unique in our complete guide to botanical scented candles.

Spring: freshness awakens

Spring is all about renewal. Light floral and fresh scents that open up your home after winter are just the thing. Flowery Meadow, with its soft, captivating floral scent, is the perfect spring fragrance. Citrus Sorbet is perfect for bright spring mornings when you want energy and freshness in your home.

Summer: vibrancy and sunshine

Summer scented candles can be vibrant and fruity. Summer Berries, with its crisp scent of sun-ripened berries, is made for late summer evenings. Flowery Meadow works just as well in summer for a lush, floral feel indoors.

Autumn: earthy and warm

As the light changes and the leaves turn color, we want scents that reflect the change of season. Deep Forest, with its deep, Nordic conifer forest character, is perfect for dark autumn evenings. Amber Rain brings a warm, grounding spa feel that’s perfect as the temperatures drop.

Winter and Christmas: warmth and coziness

Winter and Christmas are peak season for scented candles. This is the time for warmth and sweetness. French Vanilla, with its creamy, enveloping vanilla scent, is the Christmas candle of the year. Deep Forest brings to mind a walk in the winter forest and a classic Scandinavian Christmas feeling.

The Editor's Note: Changing your scented candle with the seasons doesn’t have to be complicated. Choose a candle with floral or fresh notes for spring and summer, and one with warm, grounding notes for autumn and winter. It’s a small gesture that makes a big difference to the feel of your home.

Scented candles by season: quick guide

Season	Recommended scent	Feeling
Spring	Flowery Meadow, Citrus Sorbet	Fresh, floral, renewal
Summer	Summer Berries, Flowery Meadow	Vibrant, fruity, sunny
Autumn	Deep Forest, Amber Rain	Earthy, warm, calm
Winter/Christmas	French Vanilla, Deep Forest	Cozy, Scandinavian Christmas feeling

Want to choose a scent by room instead? Read our guide to scented candles by room. Looking for a scented candle as a gift? Read our scented candle gift guide.