Sustainability in every flicker
Welcome to our candle oasis in Hertfordshire, where luxury meets eco-friendly living. We're a small, female-owned business passionate about proving that sustainability and luxury can go hand in hand. Each of our candles is lovingly hand-poured in small batches using natural soy wax and infused with non-toxic, premium fragrances - no harmful chemicals here!
Our elegant matte glass vessels come in soothing shades of muted pastels. They're not just beautiful; they're reusable! After your candle has burned bright, plant wildflowers in them with our seed paper dust covers and watch them grow. Plus, for every order placed, we plant a tree. Yes, really!
Ready to ignite your senses and make a difference?
Our candles are free from
CMR substances • Silicones • Parabens • Phthalates • PEG • Acrylates
Meet The Maker
Learn more about the woman behind the brand.
Candle & Wax Melt Care
Learn more about how to get the very most out of your products.
"So delighted with my beautiful candles - they look and smell so amazing! I got Palo Santo and Wild Tuberose and the scents are really well balanced and sophisticated. The candles are really great value for the price. Im obsessed! Would be a lovely present for someone (or treat for yourself).
"Ive been following The Scented Essence's journey from the beginning. I bought a selection of the candles and could not be happier with the scents! The candles are beautiful, they look elegant and classy and brighten up my home. I love the eco friendly packaging they arrived in too!
Read our blogs
The Art of Candlelight in Autumn | Creating Our Autumn Candle Collection.
As autumn evenings draw in, candlelight becomes more than ambience—it’s a ritual of warmth and calm. Discover how our Autumn Candle Collection was created to capture the season’s beauty in scent and flame, from crisp woodland walks, romantic evenings in to a perfect golden dusk.
Why ‘Non-Toxic’ Isn’t Just a Buzzword to Me – A Candle Maker’s Personal Journey
What happens when candle making affects your health? When you're faced with the very real possibility that you might have to give up on your dream?
This is the personal story behind my journey with chemical sensitivity, allergic asthma, and the serious health challenges that came with it. I spent months researching how to make candles without the ingredients that were making me unwell. “Non-toxic” isn’t just a trend for me. It’s the result of lived experience, deep research, and a commitment to creating candles in the safest, cleanest way I can.
Let's Talk about wildflowers
Did you know? A candle purchase from The Scented Essence includes a wildflower seed dust cover. Discover why wildflowers are essential — not just beautiful. They support bees, boost biodiversity, naturally control pests, and even enhance wellbeing. Easy to plant in your garden, woodland, or candle jars. Join us in bringing more wild beauty to the world!
Product Of the month
Autumn Leaves – Amber Jar Candle
Smells like: wandering through moss-kissed woods, fallen leaves stirring in the crisp autumn air – earthy, grounding, and timeless.
Description
Autumn Leaves captures the heart of the season in a candle. Imagine a morning stroll through the woods, fresh air, the crunch of fallen leaves underfoot, and the grounding scent of earth, woods and oakmoss.
This hand-poured, non-toxic candle is crafted in Hertfordshire with natural soy wax and clean fragrance oils, designed to burn beautifully while staying kind to you and the planet. It’s the perfect way to bring the outdoors in, filling your space with the grounding leaf scent and the serene calm of autumn.
Scent Notes: Bergamot, Oakmoss, Guaiac Wood, Lemon Balm, Clove leaf & Cedar.
Why You’ll Love It
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30+ hours burn time
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Amber glass jar with gold lid — stylish and reusable
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Hand-poured in small batches in Hertfordshire
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Natural soy wax & non-toxic fragrance oils
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Plastic-free packaging
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A tree planted with every order 🌱
