There's nothing quite like a gorgeous candle to make you feel more at home, to help you relax and to make your house smell dreamy AF.
Autumn is officially here and winter is right around the corner, so adorning your living room, bedroom or home office with a few more candles is just the TLC you need.
Reassuring fragrances have actually been proven to benefit mental well-being, concentration and mood as well as the obvious improvement to the aroma of the room.
We’ve put together a list of the latest winter-inspired candles to bring an extra dose of cosiness into your house, whatever your budget.
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AmazonIs it really Christmas if you don't have at least one Yankee candle burning at all times? This Spiced Orange scent isn't too heavy like other festive scents but still ticks all our boxes.
M&Swww.marksandspencer.com
This candle is perfect for manifesting spending Christmas in New York one day! If you're looking for last-minute gifts - this light-up candle will put a smile on anyone's face.
Jo Malone www.cultbeauty.co.uk
Whether you're looking to treat yourself or a loved one, any candle connoisseur will appreciate a good Jo Malone candle. This Roasted Chestnut scent will leave your house smelling sweet and aromatic all season long.
The White CompanyThe White Company Winter candle is an absolute classic. Is it bad that we want to burn this all year round?
M&Swww.marksandspencer.com
This is definitely one of those candles where you'll reuse the ceramic jar, even after the candle is long burnt out.
Neomneomwellbeing.com
We are obsessed with NEOM's newest Christmas candle - the packaging alone makes it a winner.
Nextwww.next.co.uk
Whether you have a fake or real tree (real for the win, right?), this candle will leave your house with that delicious fresh Christmas tree pine scent.
Neomneomwellbeing.com
If you can't decide which candle to go for, why not get three? An ideal stocking filler, this trio includes NEOM'S scents Cosy Nights, Christmas Wish and Perfect Peace.
Cowshedwww.next.co.uk
Cowshed never miss, and their Winter candle is great for gifting to those hard-to-buy-for family and friends.
WildraceThe Winter season is for enjoying all the sweet treats, so this Buttery Croissant candle will leave your house smelling of fresh baked goods every day. Yum!
AmazonCinnamon and the festive season go hand-in-hand, so this Cinnamon Chai candle is a must-have for anyone who likes a rich, warming scent.
Top tips for good candle practice
Trim the wick
Always trim the wick to under a centimetre before lighting any candle. This helps keep the burn even and means the candle lasts longer. If the wick is too long, the flame will grow too tall and leave marks on the glass, even with soy candles. If the flame touches the glass container it can cause the glass to crack.
Burn for at least an hour
Before putting the candle out, make sure the candle spools entirely across the top. If not, it can cause ‘tunnelling’ and wasted wax around the inside edge of the candle. For pillar candles, make sure to burn them at least one hour for every inch in diameter.
…But don’t burn the candle for too long
It’s not a good idea to burn the candle for more than 4 hours. After this, the candle gets too hot and begins to evaporate fragrance oil and burn off quicker. Burning in 2 to 3-hour bursts is best to help the longevity of your candle.
If the candle gets too hot the wax can completely liquefy. This can cause the glue holding the wick to release and move across the bottom of the container. If that happens the flame can touch the glass and crack it. This is a good reason why you should stop burning a candle once around 2 cm of wax remains.
Lucy Brown is a life and style writer for both heat and Closer, covering travel, wellness, fashion and interiors.