Sustainability in every flicker
Welcome to our candle studio in Hertfordshire, UK. We’re a small, female-owned business on a mission to prove that sustainability and luxury can absolutely go hand in hand. Every candle and wax melt is hand-poured in small batches with natural soy wax and non-toxic, premium fragrances - no harmful chemicals here. Everything is vegan-friendly and cruelty-free. For every order placed, we plant a tree (yes, really), so you can light up your home and do a little good for the planet at the same time.
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 autumn scent everyone's talking about!
The autumn scent everyone’s talking about - Meet Honey Pumpkin, the scent that began my candle journey. It’s the autumn favorite people ask for year after year. Learn how it came to life and why it sells out each autumn.
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.
Product Of the month
A gentle winter indulgence in a jar. Cool peppermint drifts over silky chocolate, finishing with the mellow sweetness of chestnut honey. Think peppermint hot chocolate by soft candlelight — smooth, uplifting, and quietly festive.
Scent Notes: Peppermint, Chocolate, Chestnut Honey
Hand-poured with 100% natural soy wax and non-toxic fragrances, Frosted Cocoa brings a calm, wintry atmosphere to your space. Elegant and sustainable, with that signature The Scented Essence finish.
Our delicate white gloss jar is topped with a gold lid and adorned with textured cream and gold labels - a clean, timeless addition to your seasonal décor.
Why You’ll Love It
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A luxurious winter blend: cool peppermint, creamy cocoa, and mellow chestnut honey
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Non-toxic candle made with sustainable soy wax
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Hand-poured in Hertfordshire, UK, in small batches
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A beautiful luxury candle gift for the season
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Approx. 40-hour burn time for long-lasting ambience
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Plastic-free packaging with one tree planted per order
Whether you’re unwinding for the evening or searching for a thoughtful festive gift, Frosted Cocoa wraps your home in soft, chocolatey winter comfort.
30cl ~ approx. 230g ~ burn time: 40+ hours
Our candles are: Cruelty-free, Toxin-free, Paraben-free, Phthalate-free, Paraffin-free, Silicone-free, PEG-free, and Vegan-friendly.
