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13 of the best Australian-made candles to heighten your senses

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Ceate a sanctuary in your home by lighting your favourite scented candle.

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Not only will your fragrance of choice make your home smell absolutely delicious, there’s something about lighting a wick and watching the flame flicker that sets a comforting tone.

In these cooler months, opt for something warming, musky, spicy and woody, and when summer rolls around, consider replacing these scents with anything fruity, floral or fresh.

We have selected the best Australian winter candles for you to treat yourself to this season – all that’s left to do is sit back and relax!

Busty torso sculptural soy wax candle, $30, Studio McKenna

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The Busty Torso Sculptural Soy Wax Candle is a captivating masterpiece. Hand-poured in the vibrant city of Melbourne this candle is meticulously crafted from a custom unscented soy wax blend, promising a clean and eco-friendly burn.

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1. Totally Bon Gardenia candle, $40, Hardtofind

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Handmade in Melbourne, fill your room with the exquisite aroma of tropical gardenia. If you’re a fan of floral scents, you’ll want to add this one to your candle collection asap.

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2. Cedarwood & Leather Madison mini candle, $22.95, David Jones

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Leather, clove, cedarwood and bergamot make up this gentle and enveloping scent. Cosy up and rest your eyes while you drift away to this calming number.

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3. Neuve 03 Grow A Pear candle, $53, Hardtofind

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With top notes of lemon zest, heart notes of ground cinnamon, fresh pear, apple and clove and base notes of creamy vanilla – this is the perfect well-rounded scent to light in home offices or bedrooms. Plus, it’s decorated with dried fruits and flowers making it a great decor piece for any space.

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4. Pecan Pie soy candle, $20 (usually $34.99), Dusk

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Sugar, spice and everything nice come together in this well-loved velvety fragrance. Forget dessert, this decadent candle is all you need!

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5. Fireside in Queenstown candle, $54.95, Glasshouse Fragrances

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This limited-edition scent is decadence incarnate with its notes of cinnamon, clove, sandalwood, orris and guaiac wood. This smouldering candle will leave you feeling grounded and calm – perfect for indulging on those cold winter nights!

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6. Black Orchid & Ginger soy candle, $29.95, Peppermint Grove

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Picture it now – the terracotta sands of Kakadu with its natural pools and bushland. Ginger, cardamom, orchid and jasmine meet patchouli, black amber and sandalwood in this spicy, travel-inspired scent.

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7. Vanilla Bean & Allspice candle, $39.95, Circa

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A mixture of sweet and spicy, this scent is perfect for welcoming guests in. Warm notes of allspice meet gentle, delicious vanilla to create a sense of calm.

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8. Masion Balzac La Chappelle candle, $69, Adore Beauty

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This wintery scent of incense and myrrh evokes a sense of European holidays. Inspired by chapels and village churches across France, La Chappelle is a vacation for the senses.

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9. Hunter Candles Angus Oak Moss & Amber candle, $45, The Iconic

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Handpoured in Sydney’s very own inner west, it doesn’t get much more local than this. Angus is a warm, rich scent that’s a true woody winter blend.

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10. Urban Apothecary Red Cedar candle, $65, Adore Beauty

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Take your senses away to a sun-dappled forest with this woody, smoky, herbal blend. Burn this when you need to refresh, calm and restore.

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11. Palm Beach Collection Clove & Sandalwood candle, $44.95, The Iconic

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Musky, spiced, masculine notes come together to create this heady yet grounded scent. Blended with essential oils, burning this candle will leave you feeling rejuvenated – perfect for days spent indoors!

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12. Lumira Tonic of Gin candle, $80, David Jones

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Just like the real thing, this cocktail of scents blends the floral, spiced and sparkling notes of gin. A collaboration between Distillery Botanica Gin and Lumira, this scent is revitalising and fresh with aromatics of juniper berries and citrus.

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