Indulge in Festive Fragrances that Spark Holiday Cheer
The holidays are my favorite time of year, and I absolutely love filling my home with the magical scents of the season. As soon as November rolls around, I make a beeline for Bath & Body Works to check out their latest collection of Christmas candles. With so many tempting fragrances to choose from, selecting my perfect set of holiday candles has become one of my most-loved yuletide traditions.
This year, I hit the jackpot with Bath & Body Works‘ astounding array of new Christmas candle scents. They have truly outdone themselves, capturing the cozy essence of the holidays in candles that burn bright with nostalgia, warmth, and wonder. From classics like Fresh Balsam and Winter to exciting new blends like Frosted Forest and Merry Maple Pancakes, every sniff delivers a dose of Christmas cheer.
In this post, I’ll share my picks for the best Bath & Body Works Christmas candles of 2022. I’ll tell you all about my favorite holiday scents, plus provide tips on choosing the perfect candle for every Christmas mood and moment. You’ll also get the scoop on candle costs, sizes, burn times, ingredients, and more. Consider this your go-to guide for unwrapping the magic of Bath & Body Works Christmas candles this holiday season!
Christmas Candle Scents That Spell Yuletide Bliss
The toughest part about shopping for Bath & Body Works Christmas candles is narrowing down my choices from their incredible selection! Here are some of the festive new scents that have me dreaming of a scented, sparkly holiday season:
Frosted Forest – This candle really ushers in the holiday spirit with its mix of crisp fir, snowy musk, and iced vanilla. It’s like walking through a peaceful winter forest right in your own home. The beautiful art on the label pairs perfectly with the scent.
Merry Maple Pancakes – Just reading the name makes my mouth water! This candle evokes memories of cozy Christmas morning breakfasts with notes of maple syrup, fluffy pancakes, and a dusting of powdered sugar.
Spiced Gingerbread – Is there anything better than the mouthwatering aroma of fresh gingerbread baking in the oven? This candle infuses your home with touches of nutmeg, clove, cinnamon sugar, and molasses cookie goodness.
Winter Peach Marshmallow – I never expected “peach” and “winter” to go so well together! Juicy peach combines with sweet marshmallow and candied oranges for a deliciously unexpected blend. It’s fruity and festive.
Fireside Flurries – Warm up beside the (candle’s!) fire with this inviting “firewood, embers, and frost” scent. Cedarwood, cashmere musk, and amber notes evoke winter warmth and hygge.
’Tis the Season – A longtime favorite, this candle sparkles with fresh balsam, warm cider, and rich spices like clove and nutmeg for quintessential Christmas coziness.
Beyond these new hits, Bath & Body Works offers Christmas classics galore. Fresh Balsam, Twisted Peppermint, Winter, and Vanilla Bean Noel continue to delight. And the candle packaging gets more beautiful every year, decked out in festive holiday flourishes.
Making Spirited Candle Choices for Every Christmas Moment
Bath & Body Works really does offer Christmas candles for every festive need. Here are my top tips for choosing scents to set the mood from season’s start to New Year’s Eve:
Thanksgiving Gatherings – Get appetites ready with Pumpkin Pecan Waffles or Spiced Apple Toddy. These foodie scents say “feast time!”
Christmas Cookie Baking – Sugared Snickerdoodle and Merry Cookie make your kitchen smell fresh-baked. Pass the milk!
Cozy Movie Nights – Tis the Season and Frosted Cranberry add warmth and cheer to your next Hallmark binge.
Christmas Dinner – Winter Citrus Wreath and Vanilla Balsam lend a splash of festiveness to your holiday spread.
Christmas Eve Magic – Twisted Peppermint, Frosted Forest, or Fresh Sparkling Snow capture the anticipation of awaiting Santa’s arrival.
New Year’s Toasts – Ring in 2023 with bubbly scents like Champagne Toast or Christmas Cider. Cheers!
Whether preparing holiday meals, hosting parties, enjoying family traditions, or simply filling your home with the scents of the season, Bath & Body Works has a Christmas candle to celebrate it all.
Decking Your Home in Christmas Candle Cheer
Once you’ve picked your perfect seasonal scents, it’s time to start decorating and displaying! Here are some helpful tips for lighting up your home with Christmas spirit:
Get a Variety of Sizes – Bath & Body Works offers Christmas candles ranging from pocket-sized Room Sprays to giant 3-Wick candles. Mix and match to suit every space.
Use Festive Holders – Adorn candles with holiday-themed holders, like snowflake designs, Santa shapes, poinsettia patterns, and more. So magical!
Create Coordinating Vignettes – Group 3 matching candles on a console table or mantel, surrounded by pinecones, greenery, and other decor.
Use Candle Accessories – Embellish with cute toppers (like Christmas trees), decorative lids, or carved wood mats under the candles.
Display Throughout the House – Put candles in unexpected spots like the bathroom, bedroom, entryway, and kitchen for fragrance everywhere.
Give Candles as Gifts – Choose fun holiday scents or designs that friends and family will adore. Candles make easy stocking stuffers, too!
With a little creativity, you can really create a winter wonderland with Bath & Body Works Christmas candles as your scented centerpieces.
Candle Costs, Sizes, and Other Need-to-Know Details
Now for the important nitty gritty on how much these holiday candles will set you back, plus other key specs:
Costs: Christmas candle prices typically range from $3.50 for a Room Spray to $24.50 for a 3-Wick candle. Large Jar candles are $15.50. Of course, sales and specials can lower these prices.
Sizes: Room Sprays, Single Wick candles, 3-Wick candles, Large Jars, medium Jars, and travel-size mini Candles are available.
Burn Times: Expect 150 hours for 3-Wick candles, 75-85 hours for Large Jars, and 24-45 hours for smaller candles.
Limited Editions: Each Christmas season brings special limited edition scents and packaging. Once they sell out, they’re gone! So shop early.
Wax Types: Bath & Body Works primarily uses paraffin wax in their candles, which many find gives the best scent throw and burn quality.
Materials: Look for candles housed in glass containers with cotton or wood wicks. The containers can usually be reused or recycled when empty.
** Returns:** Candles can be returned or exchanged at any time, even after burning. Just keep your receipt and adhere to return policies.
So you can find a candle for any budget. Just watch for sales to maximize your candle cash!
Easy Online Shopping and Festive In-Store Experiences
The thrill of walking into a Bath & Body Works store during the holidays, surrounded by twinkling lights, festive decor, and tempting scents, is priceless. But for those looking to skip the lines, their website makes Christmas candle shopping a breeze.
Online perks:
- Huge selection of candles and home fragrance
- Direct online exclusives
- Ability to browse entire holiday collection
- Easy price comparisons, reviews, and guides
- Faster checkout and deals like online-only sales
- Convenient shipping straight to your door
The online Christmas Shop has everything you need to fill your cart with holiday magic. But don’t worry, in-store shoppers – between fun product testers, beautifully designed holiday displays, and the signature scent of “walking into Christmas” that greets you at the door, Bath & Body Works stores still provide an experience the website can’t replicate.
Either way, your Christmas candles are just clicks or a quick trip away.
Smart Tips for Safely Enjoying Your Candles
I’ll admit, I’ve been known to overload on Christmas candles each November. But to avoid turning my home into a blazing fire hazard, I follow some simple safety guidelines:
- Never leave burning candles unattended
- Keep wicks trimmed to 1⁄4 inch
- Allow melted wax to fully pool before lighting
- Place candles on uncluttered surfaces away from drafts
- Keep candles away from pets, curtains, trees, and flammable decor
- Extinguish candles before going to sleep
- Don’t burn candles for more than 4 hours at once
- Always use a candleholder specifically designed for the candle
- Stop usage if you notice excessive smoking, tunneling, or dripping
- Allow candles to fully cool before moving or handling
With a few precautions, you can indulge in Christmas candle magic worry-free!
Gift-Worthy Candles for Candle Lovers Galore
Part of the fun of Christmas candles from Bath & Body Works is that they make amazing gifts! They look festive tucked under the tree or inside a stocking. Plus, who doesn’t love unwrapping a little holiday hygge?
Some of my top picks for candle gifts this season include:
- Twisted Peppermint or Winter – These cold weather classics work for anyone on your list.
- Merry Cookie or Sugared Snickerdoodle – Delicious cookie scents baked up in cute packaging.
- Spiced Gingerbread – This bestselling scent feels straight-from-the-oven fresh.
- Champagne Toast – Ring in their New Year in style with bubbly luxury.
- Frosted Moscow Mule – For a fun spin on the holiday Moscow Mule cocktail trend.
You really can’t go wrong gifting any festive Bath & Body Works candle. Just include a gift receipt in case they want to exchange for a different scent. Handled with care, these candles can be cherished from one holiday season to the next.
Making Merry All Season Long
I don’t know about you, but I start craving cozy, nostalgic holiday scents as soon as the Halloween decorations come down. With Bath & Body Works Christmas candles, I can fill my home with the sweet smells of the season from November through New Year’s Day.
Here are some of my tips for stretching that yuletide candle cheer:
- Stock up on sale candles post-Christmas to carry you through winter.
- Save some new candles to burn next year for that “new candle” magic.
- Gift extra candles to enjoy the experience of opening a new holiday scent.
- Display candles year-round in scent-coordinated rooms to add coziness whenever you need it.
- Use unburned candles from this year as decorative accents to savor later.
- Burn non-Christmas scents in holiday holders to keep seasonal spirit kindled.
With a little planning, you can let the cozy glow of Bath & Body Works candles warm your heart all winter long.
I don’t know about you, but writing this has me itching to get to the mall and start sniffing Christmas candles stat. I can’t wait to deck my home in festive scents and twinkling candlelight. Here’s to a holiday season filled with the magical aromas of Christmas!
