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20 Best Amazon Candles That'll Make Your Home Smell Amazing

Decorate every room with these long-lasting scents.

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If you're like me, you believe every room needs a candle. Create a cozy vibe in the living room, add ambient lighting to the bedroom, remove food odors in the kitchen, and make your bathroom smell amazing. Luckily, Amazon has candles in every scent, size, and price range imaginable—from cult-favorite fragrances from Diptyque to affordable scents in beautiful glass jars from La Jolie Muse.

There are scented candles that are chic and minimal, like a hand-poured soy wax candle from Malin + Goetz or sleek designs from Apotheke. Plus, large jars from Yankee Candle and Wood Wick that'll burn for over 100 hours. You can even buy Bath & Body Works' iconic White Barn candles on Amazon. My favorite thing about these candles? They double as home decor.

As of late, you can buy Bath & Body Works' iconic White Barn candles on Amazon. This three-wick candle has notes of fresh linen, crisp apple, and soft musk, but there are various scents to choose—like Japanese cherry bloosom, strawberry pound cake, and cactus bloom. According to online reviewers, the candles burn evenly and put off a strong scent.

Known for their rich, complex fragrances, Diptyque candles has earned a cult following. The 6.5-ounce candle comes in a minimalist, Parisian-inspired packaging (white or black) that doubles as decor. The trendy Baies is made to smell like a romantic garden with shrubs and rose bushes.

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Most popular for their body washes and mists, Salt & Stone also has a line of hand-poured candles. This dark, floral scent is meant to smell like a bouquet of black roses and lilies and burn up to 50 hours. It's made with a cotton wick and coconut and soy-based wax.

Malin + Goetz, a luxury skincare brand, introduced a collection of candles with unique scents—think tomato, cannabis, dark rum, and otto. This hand-poured 9-oz soy wax candle provides a long-lasting burn, according to online reviewers. The stark, minimalist labels and classic jars resemble modern art for your home.

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With a delicate daisy pattern embossed onto a thick, glass jar, this large candle looks much more expensive than it actually is. There are a number of fresh scents (including citrus mint, ruby berry bliss, and jardin de lavender) in different color jars, so you can easily find one to match your home style. The wood wick offers up to 90 hours of burn time.

Apotheke candles are popular for their strong scents, made from a combination of blend of essential and perfume-grade oils. For a full-bodied fragrance, the charcoal candle combines cedarwood and sandalwood with smoky embers, burnt maple, and a hit of raspberry. Other trendy scents include elderflower sugar, earl gray bitters, and white vetiver. They all arrive in a modern, minimalist glass jar.

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A spirited tribute to the hidden jazz lounges and vibrant energy of 1920s Harlem, this luxurious scent has notes of cardamom, smoked incense, and pimento berry. Other on-trend fragrances include vintage garden with notes of strawberry musk and birchwood and Fredrick, a tribute to Frederick Douglass with essence of citrus and suede. The beautiful glass jar has a double wick that provides approximately 80 hours of burn time, per the brand.

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Designed to replicate the soothing sound of a crackling fire, this sleek jar candle has a wood wick and is made from soy and paraffin wax. Plus, the handcrafted wicks produce a large flame that adds to the ambiance and is crafted to burn for 100 hours. Choose from one of the woodsy scents, or a trilogy candle composed with layered scents.

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Yankee Candles are classic for a reason. This 22-ounce jar is designed to burn for a long time (over 110 hours of burn time) and have a strong aroma. Beach walk smells like strolling along a sandy shore, but there's tons of popular scents, Midsummer's Night, Clean Cotton, and Ocean Air.

With notes of sugared citrus and tropical fruits, this elegant candle comes in popular colors, including white, black, blue, and bubblegum pink. The 19-ounce jar has a sleek silhouette and the candle is crafted to burn up to 85 hours.

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Reviewers appreciate this classy pick for its strong scent, which many note "fills the whole room." There are single and three-wick options in an array of luxury scents, including Indian Jasmine, Grapefruit, and Sicilian Tangerine. Every scent comes in a beautifully decorated glass container.

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Choose your favorite fresh aroma from unique scents like Tobacco and Patchouli, Amber and Smoke, and Verbena and Eucalyptus. The best part? You can reuse the glass apothecary jar to store small items or grow a houseplant. Tip: Freeze the jar overnight and the wax should pop right out.

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According to reviewers, this slow-burning soy candle fills an entire space with a strong aroma. Choose from a number of romantic scents, including Espresso Bean, Black Amber, Spiced Pumpkin, and Sandalwood Rose. Depending on the size of your room, go for the 6-, 9- or 11-ounce jar—the smallest sizes come in a clear jar while the larger sizes are available in white or black, depending on the scent and your home aesthetic.

Wicked, poured, and labeled by hand, this soy candle comes in 35 variations—with scents including Bergamot Grapefruit, Cherry Pie, Chocolate Mint, and Genuine Leather. Amazon reviewers note that this soy candle burns evenly, lasts long, and is highly fragrant.

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With the same clean scents (lavender, basil, and honeysuckle, to name a few) that are used in its cleaning products, Mrs. Meyer's offers these highly-rated soy candles. The 2.9-ounce candle will burn for 12 hours and reviewers note that it had a surprisingly strong aroma.

Reviewers note that this soy wax candle lasts long and has a strong scent, which some describe as "relaxing," "sweet," and "light and fresh." The Balance + Harmony fragrance has notes of apple, pear, orange zest, and tropical fruits, but there are many other calming blends to choose from. Plus, this brand's candles feature self-trimming wicks and the soft-colored frosted jar makes the light of the flame visible.

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For less than $6, you'll receive two odor-eliminating candles from Glade. Reviewers rave about the different scents, plus each candle is made up of two fragrances for a unique experience. The smell is also supposed to linger throughout your home after the candle is blown out.

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This soy blend candle is formulated to capture 95 percent of pet, smoke, and food smells. It's available in 30 different options, including two packs and a number of different aromas—from clean scents like fresh linen and baby powder to fruity fragrances like mango and apple. Every cotton wick is hand-trimmed for a longer lasting burn (about 80 hours).

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With a slow burning redwood wick, this refined soy candle comes beautifully packaged—making it a perfect present. Choose from a few soothing herbal scents, including Lemongrass Basil, Wild Lavender and Lilac and Rose.

Hand poured by a small business in California, this beautiful soy wax candle is a great gift for anyone—although it's been thoughtfully designed to exude a masculine feel. Choose from a number of rich, earthy fragrances, whether you love the scent of English leather, wood, or white sage.

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