Friday 18 April 2014

• Yankee candles // are they all they're cracked up to be? •

As soon as I get home, the first thing I do is light a candle to help me unwind. They just symbolise relaxation for me; I associate them with spas and all things Zen.

I love trying out new candles and wax melts for my burner, so when I received these votive Yankee candles I was so excited to try them out. The hype around them is massive and in my opinion, they're the UK Bath and Body Works equivalent (why can't BABW come to the UK already?!) The only thing stopping me from purchasing them, to be honest, is the price. So I guess the real question here is - are they worth it?

I have to mention first off that the scents I received are just lovely. Lavender, usually, is too over-powering for me, but you can definitely smell the lemon which makes it a little sweeter and lighter - Lemon Lavender is a real winner, already. Fresh Cut Roses is a floral scent, and I'd describe it as sweet roses, in a girly, non-old lady kind of way. Lake Sunset is definitely my favourite; it's sweet, musky and I'm sure I can smell some coconut in there somewhere. Yankee are known for their extensive range and variety in scents, so I'm sure there's something in there for everybody.

After I popped these into my candles and wax melt drawer, I went away for a few days. When I came back, my room smelled like candles had been burning for the weekend. I couldn't put my foot on why my room smelled of lavender and coconuts until I remembered where I'd stored the candles. The scent was so strong and powerful, which I always look for in a candle, and I thought to myself, if they smell like this when they're unopened and in a drawer, how must they smell when they've been lit? It didn't take me long to find out; if you're looking for something that'll fill your whole home with a scent, these really are for you.

Something that's really important to me is burn time. The amount of times I've purchased wax melts or candles from eBay and been disappointed with the burn time is just countless. With these Yankee candles, the burn time is incredible - I've had mine lit every day for about 5 days now, for at least 5 hours a day and you wouldn't even be able to tell just by looking at it. It has burnt so slowly and the scent is still strong each time I light it.

So yes, they're a little pricy, and yes, I haven't allowed myself to splurge on a Yankee candle yet (much preferring to head over to Boots or Zara...) but these minis are only £1.80 each and are a great way to try out some of the scents. I'm going to place an order in the next few weeks and pick up some more of these little votives; when I've found the perfect scent, I'm going to bite the bullet and buy the big daddy £19.99 jar candle. I definitely think these votives are worth the price and the quality of the candles are great; so I have to say that I do think they're all they're cracked up to be!

Have you tried any Yankee candles before? What's your favourite scent?

Daniela
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22 comments :

  1. I love the smell, the packaging and how long they last but they always give me such a headache :(

    Amelia Rose | Beauty Blogger

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    1. Hello, oh no! That's so unfortunate :( They are very strong though, so I can understand why! Daniela xo

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  2. Yankee candles are so great! I have one of the things you put the wax tarts in and they smell lush! x

    Mapped Out

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    1. Hello, they are aren't they. I want to buy some of the wax tarts for my burner when these are burnt out! Daniela xo

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  3. I was thinking of getting my mum a Yankee candle but I wasn't sure. Reading your review has definitely helped me decide :D

    Danniella x
    www.famousinjapan.co.uk

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    1. Hello, ah I'm glad it helped! :) Definitely get her one - I love receiving candles as presents, hopefully she will too! Daniela xo

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  4. My favourite is sparkling lemon but I find it only has a powerful scent if I buy it in the large glass jar which is pricey but I often find good deals on eBay!
    http://thirtysomethingoap.co.uk

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    1. Hello, oh I didn't even think to look on eBay for Yankee! I'll definitely check on there next time :) Daniela xo

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  5. I like Yankee candles, but I prefer the Bath and Body Works ^_^ Sitting next to me is the BBW candle in 'Spring.'

    Laila from Townhouse Palette ♥

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    1. Hello, oh how I wish we could get BABW in the UK! I've heard so many amazing things about them - it's about time they made their way over here! Daniela xo

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  6. I have a Yankee candle chilling in my kitchen but I've never actually used it. It is one of the scents that was released for Christmas so I imagine when I do finally light it I'll be hit with the sudden desire to do my Christmas shopping.

    Raise The Waves

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    1. Hello, ah that's definitely one to start burning around October/November time - otherwise, like you, I'd be wanting to bust out the mince pies and mulled wine! Daniela xo

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  7. I've never actually bought a Yankee Candle, but I think I'm going to have to succumb sooner or later!

    The Oxford Owl

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    1. Hello, oh definitely do. They smell incredible and really do linger! Daniela xo

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  8. I made my first Yankee Candle purchase this month but I've yet to actually try it out. My friend gave me a Yankee Candle votive a few years back though and I remember how scented my room smelt even though the candle was still in its packaging. I never had to light the candle!

    IAmLinderella.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. Hello, that's one of the amazing things about Yankee - the scent is so strong that sometimes you don't even have to light it. Amazing! I have mine next to me right now and I don't even have to light them, but I can still smell them. Daniela xo

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  9. I really love these small votives rather than the large glass candles, as I find that I end up wasting SO much of the candle around the curves of the glass :( These have such minimal wastage <3 xx

    Gemma // missmakeupmagpie.com

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    1. Hello, ohh I hate waste so I'll definitely bear that in mind next time I go to purchase a candle! Daniela xo

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  10. I agree with you re. B & BW should make it over here - I'm guilty of buying their candles for extortionate prices because I'm just so obsessed with them! I really like the Yankee Candles too - they do last for ages and their smell really lingers, I think they are pretty good value for money :)

    The Life & Times of Belle

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    1. Hello, oh I don't even trust myself to make an overseas Bath and Body Works order - I'd be adding everything to the basket just to make the postage worthwhile! I'll stick to Yankee for now, as you're right, they are pretty good value for money! Daniela xo

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  11. I'm such a fan of Yankee candles. In fact I have my Clean Cotton burning right now. Generally I go for the wax melts, they last AGES.x
    strupag.com

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    1. Hey, I love wax melts too. I need to purchase some Yankee wax melts as I've not tried those yet! Daniela xo

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