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Overall scented candle
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Overall scented candle
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Scented votive candle
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Organic scented candle
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Soy scented candle
Our editorial team selected the products on this list based on real customer reviews found on retail sites including David Jones, Myer, Adore Beauty, Candles 2 Go and Mecca. We looked at customers' comments and assessed which scented candles would fall best into each of the categories outlined above.
Read more detail on our methodology below.
These candles are handmade in Australia and come in a traditional glass jar that will fit into the decor of any home. They offer up to 60 hours of burning for the 350g size and are available in a range of scents including floral, fruity, citrus, earthy and sweet scents. Popular options include, "Sea Mist", "Lemongrass", "Amber and Orchid", "Vanilla Caramel", "Wild Peonies and Lily" and "Saffron and Rose".
Customers were impressed with how much the smell of these scented candles filled their homes whilst they were burning. Their triple-scented soy formula seems to work wonders for masking odours and creating a calming and homely atmosphere.
Lovely scent. Not too overpowering, not too weak, just right.
With an average of 4.6-star reviews on Myer this wood wick candle has certainly pleased a lot of customers' nostrils.
This candle brand is exclusive to Myer and comes in three scents: "Outback", "Rainforest" and "Coastal" so you'll be bringing the real scents of the outside into your home as soon as you light it. Its wooden wick makes a satisfying crackle as it burns, the ceramic jar looks stylish and the natural soy wax makes for a lovely scent.
Beautiful candle! The scent is strong enough for it to be noticed, but not overwhelming. Long burn time. Will definitely be purchasing again!
With a glowing 4.7 stars on Mecca from almost 200 reviews, customers recommend adding this Dyptique scented votive candle to your home.
Add a touch of luxury to your day with these beautiful scented candles and their signature labels. They're made with high-quality vegetable and paraffin wax and a cotton, lead-free wick.
With plenty of scents to choose from: floral notes of "Gardenia", sweet scents of "Mimosa", herbal smells of "Eucalyptus" or woody notes of "Ambre", there's a scent to suit every mood and every home.
Worth the extra dollars - the scent is unbeatable and fills the space even when it isn't lit.
With positive customer reviews from Adore Beauty Circa Home organic candles are handmade in Sydney.
The soy wax of these candles is mixed with the highest quality, organic fragrant oils and natural ingredients to produce a light and refreshing scent.
Enjoy smells such as "Sea Salt", "Vanilla", "Pear and Lime" and "Vanilla Bean and Allspice". These candles come in a beautiful glass jar with a handy lid, both of which are recyclable, to make storage easy. The candle also arrives in a pretty gift box making this a great present option.
Long lasting and not too over-indulgent. Perfect for open living area as scent travels and fills the space quite quickly.
A little more on the luxurious side, Lumira soy candles received high customer ratings on Adore Beauty.
Lumira's candle collection is a celebration of scent, slick design and the spirit of travel, from "Persian Rose" to "Sicilian Citrus" to "Tuscan Fig", allowing you to bring the smells of the world into your living room.
Creamy soy wax infused with fresh fragrances fills an elegant ebony jar, wrapped with a gold label, that screams luxury. Perfect to gift to others or to treat yourself, this candle promises a burn time of 80 hours.
This candle smells like a true rose. In the gorgeous and luxe black jar with gold lettering this is an affordable piece of luxury you won't regret.
With top reviews on Candles 2 Go, Myer and the Palm Beach website, these Australian made scented candles offer a slice of affordable luxury.
Fill your home with "Clove and Sandalwood", "Linen", "Coconut and Lime" or "Watermelon" – there's a scent to suit every season, mood and style! These candles are double wicked for an even burn and they're hand-poured right here in Oz.
Palm Beach candles arrive in a pastel-coloured, stylish box mimicking the Australian aesthetic and lifestyle.
Beautiful long lasting scented candles with a luxurious fragrance in a good size for different scents around your home.
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As a candle lover myself, putting together this guide was the dream! We started by putting together a list of all of the top candle brands in Australia:
We then considered our own experience and carefully researched each product, reading hundreds of customer reviews to help us land on what we believe are the best-scented candles for each of the categories.
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