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Load-shedding: how to pick the best scented candles

4y By Bona staff

With the lack of electricity in South Africa at the moment, candles are more of a necessity these days than decor items. The good news is that in the last few years candles have had a bit of a refresh. They’re now one of the hottest decor items to enhance your home with style, scent and romance. And we all need a lot of that right now! Here’s what’s on our luxury wish list from the best local creators.

Africology

In South Africa, Africology is one of the original – if not the original – natural and eco-friendly skincare brand. The authentic luxury range boasts gorgeous candles that are made with sustainable soya and essential oils, free from harmful ingredients.

* Try the Africology Gardenia Candle for the scent of peace, happiness and rejuvenation, R510 for 250ml.

Wick

Intoxicating scent and modern minimalist design meet in Wick candles. Handcrafted in Cape Town, this understated collection are hot on the heels of international cult styles.

* Try The Wick Candle Library Discovery Set to get a taste of everything, R705 for 7 x 70g.

 

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House of Gozdawa

House of Gozdawa has been creating epicene perfumes since 2015. So you know their range of candles will carry scents like no other. Each candle is made with a blend of unique and indigenous natural ingredients and poured into a hand-shaped fine grade Black Porcelain vessel.

* Try House of Gozdawa Some Serious Juju for a sumptuous olfactory experience that will last a real long time too, R990 for 0.5kg.

Via Wax

Modern sculpture meets functionality in Via Wax. Their creative take on candles has resulted in a playful range of fun forms and the most gorgeous colour palette. Experimenting is definitely part of this local brand’s ethos!

* Try a pair of  The Via Wax Plant for its sculptural beauty that we’re swooning over, R330.

 

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Written by Joelle Davidson

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