You know it makes scents: 30 of the best candles to buy for your home and host this Christmas
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The simple act of lighting a candle can be the ultimate indulgence.
They can help you relax after a tough day in the office or enhance a long, hot soak in the bath.
It's an easy way to transform a room, helping you unwind and restore some calm.
Delicate home fragrances can emanate perfect wintry aromas with hints of pine or subtle notes of myrrh.
Use Peppermint Grove's crushed pine and clove candle in an entrance hall or living room for real impact as guests arrive. Placing it in the vicinity of (but not too near to) the Christmas tree – real or faux – adds to the festive factor.
Alternatively, for those who aren't fans of traditional Christmas scents, try this earthy, sage candle from Malin + Goetz. Eucalyptus, orange and lavender intermix with cedarwood and leather in this soothing home fragrance.
We love the fragrance of Jo Malone's new, limited edition White Moss and Snowdrop candle. It's a delicate, wintery scent with cardamom and amber; but one that doesn't run the risk of overwhelming guests with a heavy dose of traditional spices.
For a home accessory that looks good on any sideboard, try Diptyque's refillable ginger hourglass diffuser. With a sleek gold and glass bottle, and zesty fresh ginger fragrance, it's a beautiful gift for anyone looking to impress their style-conscious host this party season.
This Midnight Jungle luxury candle by Matthew Williamson is a showstopper addition to any home interiors. With a hand-painted, jungle print, the ceramic jar can be reused once empty – try as a small vase or experiment with your own candle pouring. This is the best-selling candle in the new range, with notes of blackcurrant, red fruits, fig and jasmine.
Scroll through our gallery above to explore the best candles and diffusers to buy for your home or hosts this season.