20 Aromatherapy Candles That’ll Make You Feel *Super* Relaxed

This earthy candle is made with essential oils and smells like a sweet mix of orange, star anise, walnut, and juniper sage. One study suggests that the scent of sage can decrease cortisol levels in menopausal women, so while we're not saying this would be the perfect gift for your mom, we're also not *not* saying that.

This luxe candle made with essential oils and natural coconut wax smells like palo santo, cedarwood, and citrus for a natural, centering scent. This might be a candle you want to use during meditation or yoga...or literally any other time because it smells that delicious.

You know that cozy AF feeling you get whenever you throw on your favorite pair of sweats? That’s exactly what this candle smells like, with its warm rosy yet musky scent. Oh, it's vegan and free of yucky parabens too.

If you're really looking to treat yourself (or someone else), this candle is just the thing to add to your cart. It adds some natural woodsy vibes to your home with scents of cedar and cyprus so you can pretend you're chillin at a cabin in the woods.

One thing to note, Aesop uses a blend of both essential oils and synthetic fragrances in their candles. It smells so good, you might not care, but if you're committed to using only 100% natural ingredients, you might wanna skip it.

Fig's scent and texture makes it a natural aphrodisiac, so prepare to feel a certain type of way the moment you set this non-toxic bb aflame. It's also allll about the slow burn (you can get 65-plus hours of burn time out of this guy).

Missing that tropical vacay? Same. The good thing is you can sorta replicate that wanderlust with this Tahiti-themed sea salt, hibiscus leaf, coconut, and driftwood-scented candle.

If you're in need of a pick-me-up, I've got the candle for you. This shop makes their candles with natural ingredients, and this one smells like eucalyptus (which helps relieve stress, congestion, and has reportedly decreased pain and blood pressure in some post-surgery patients), spearmint, citrus, and sage.

Love more of a heavy, musky scent? Light up this one with notes of cedarwood, sandalwood, and smoky amber.

This set comes with four different scents perfectly themed for each part of your day—which is great for those who always have a candle burning (hi, me).

Vanilla isn’t just a delightful scent, it’s also known to induce calmness and relieve anxiety—and we know we could all use a little more of that in these unprecedented times. This candle in particular also has a 60-hour burn time. Just think about how many cozy Netflix nights that adds up to...

Good news: Eucalyptus can be used in your candles, too. The popular scent—which became a shower-hanging trend—can act as a decongestant to help you get through those brutal winter colds (you know the ones!). Also, a study found that inhaling eucalyptus made patients feel more relaxed. So, I'm just sayin', buy it.

Whenever you’re looking to catch some zzz's, taking a whiff of cedarwood can help you log some serious sleep. This candle—with its snuggly, woodsy scent—will also make you feel like you’re cozying up by the fire while lounging in a quaint log cabin. Need I say more?

Speaking of sleep, here’s another tranquil scent to help you doze off after a long day. Aside from helping you achieve an ~unbelievable~ snooze, its various essential oils bring relaxation to a whole new level.

This candle is proof that cinnamon isn’t just for baking. Turns out, the spice is useful as an oil and may help stimulate circulation, reduce high blood pressure, and increase concentration (aka exactly what you need to burn while you WFH). This candle also has notes of clove and orange, so it’s basically a pie.

With its sensational ylang ylang scent, this candle can enhance libido (IYKYK), decrease blood pressure, and promote tranquility. Light it and prepare to unwind.

At $10, this candle is super affordable, and you’ll definitely get more than you paid for, as it’ll fill your room with a soothing geranium scent. Bonus: It’s cruelty-free and comes in a recyclable glass jar.

Lavender gives off a soothing, comforting aroma that’s ideal for unwinding after tackling your never-ending dumpster fire of an inbox. It also features heaps of other good-for-you benefits: It can help improve sleep, reduce anxiety, and may even alleviate headache pain.

Need a triple shot of espresso after the longest workday ever? Instead, try smelling peppermint to instantly boost your energy. Definitely light this candle before your next date night or happy hour cocktails with your crew.