Deadlines and to-do lists have a way of lingering in the back of our minds even when we don't want them to. There's a running list of ways we can decompress [1], but one of our favourite luxuries is striking a match to one of these calming candles [2]. Ahead, see our picks for the most relaxing candles — to quell any sleeplessness and stress.
This Works Deep Sleep Heavenly Candle
"It smells like heaven in a jar," said senior beauty editor Kelsey Castañon. The This Works Deep Sleep Heavenly Candle [4] ($46) will lull you to the brink of sleep with its relaxing lavender and chamomile fragrance.
Diptyque Santal Scented Candle
Diptyque Santal Scented Candle [5] ($65) will remind you of the sea breeze hitting your face with its sandalwood fragrance.
Bath and Body Works White Barn Eucalyptus Mint 3-Wick Candle
Just a whiff of Bath and Body Works White Barn Eucalyptus Mint 3-Wick Candle [6] ($25) will transport you to the calmest corner of your mind with its refreshing, clean scent of eucalyptus, sage, spearmint, and lemon peel.
Malin and Goetz Sage Candle
Malin and Goetz Sage Candle [7] ($55) basically took every calming fragrance and blended it together into this nine-ounce candle. It contains sage (duh), eucalyptus, lavender, cedar wood, and hints of citrus.
Paddywax Sea Salt and Sage Large Concrete Candle
Waft the Paddywax Sea Salt and Sage Large Concrete Candle [8] ($26) for the feeling of breathing in fresh air and exhaling your stresses.
Byredo Chai Candle
Byredo Chai Candle [9] ($85) will fill your room with comforting warmth and spice.
Nest Fragrances Ocean Mist and Sea Salt Votive Candle
Nest Fragrances Ocean Mist and Sea Salt Votive Candle [10] ($16) will take you back to the Summer of 2011, where you spent it wading in the ocean and letting it work its magic on your hair.