If you light one candle this holiday season, let it be a Bijou candle. I’ll tell you why.
Years ago, when our kitchen was remodeled, my husband and I noticed a soot-like film on the walls. We quickly ruled out a gas leak, which wasn’t just a dirty wall. Little did I know that the candles that I love to burn daily released black fumes. Most candles, like the ones I burned for years, are made with paraffin wax that contains arsenic and benzene. Who knew burning candles could be toxic?
Since that remodel, I’ve been on a mission to find clean-burning candles. Enter Bijou luxury soy candles with their gentle flicker of a candle flame. The Bijou soy candles contain zero toxins, are completely chemical-free, and are environmentally friendly. Soy wax candles produce less soot and hold fragrance better.
Every holiday season, I look to transform my home to be festive, including alluring aromas. I can achieve that warm and inviting feeling with Bijou candles. On the website, there is a quiz to identify your perfect scent. I choose the warm, sweet scents: Amber Tubereuse, Meyer Mint, and French Lavender refills.
Bijou scent selection:
Boudoir (Women’s Bedroom):
Bois de Vanilla -Deep woodsy notes are joined by sweet vanilla bourbon, lime, and lily of the valley. Finished with a hint of patchouli, this warm fragrance fills the bedroom with a comforting scent.
Royal Cuir – Luxurious leather joins a complex blend of cedar wood, eucalyptus, lime, tonic, and sandalwood. Bright
Amber Tubéreuse: Bright and clean mandarin zest compliments exotic tuberose and deep amber. Complex notes of rosemary, neroli, petitgrain, sandalwood, oak moss, and musk finish off this feminine and relaxing bedroom scent
L’Hiver (Winter):
Mulled Wine: Tangy mandarin orange is spiced with cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, anise, and just a hint of musk.
Winter Pine: Notes of cedar wood, yang, and winterberry add that perfect bit of holiday cheer your home needs.
Maple Apple Butter: Spiced green apples are mixed with Vermont dark amber maple syrup and topped with just a hint of sugar glaze.
Fête des Fleurs (Feast of Flowers):
Wild Lilac: A bouquet of young lilac blossoms and rich oriental lilies is paired with a sweet rosewater.
Pink Bellini: Delicate notes of pink peony and white magnolia are contracted with citrus bitters and vanilla musk to create a unique floral scent that will soon become your necessary companion for bath time.
Rose & Currant: Woodsy, rich, and luxurious, rich black currant and cassis blend with rosewood and oak moss to make any room smell like a million bucks.
Botanique (Botanical Garden):
French Lavender: Cedarwood and oakwood notes complement hints of rosemary, sage, and thyme.
Blue Bamboo: This fresh-scented candle will transport you to the tropics. Hints of white hyacinth and blue bamboo will whisk you away to the islands, while sparkling citrus and green fiddle fern will reinvigorate your senses.
Meyer Mint: A refreshing blend of citrus and mint that will delight your senses. Zesty lemon balm, mandarin orange and sweet lemongrass are balanced with hints of eucalyptus and mint.
Resin Base Colors:
Special Edition Resin Base Colors:
Candle Sizes, Approximate Burn Time, and Cost:
Size 1.6 oz: 8 hours $10
Size 8 oz: 25 hours $32
Refills: 1.6 oz $12 for a set of two refills and 8 oz $15
Everything about Bijou is luxurious, from the Parisian-themed candle names to the reusable, unbreakable resin feminine-colored bases to the packaging. Bijou candles are American-made and suitable for use in New York City. International shipments are available.
Did I mention that you can reuse the beautiful resin bases? You can use them for your home office, kitchen, or jewelry items or re-order another candle to fill the base. So novel! This is an excellent example of re-purposing at its best.
Bijou offers excellent customer service. I learned this when I forgot to apply my Black Friday discount code. I received a credit for the discounted amount, sweet. If you missed the Black Friday specials, Small Business Saturday, or Cyber Monday, click here for a particular Age of Grace discount code for 15% off.
Bijou candles make a great hostess gift, a special something for your BFF, or a little luxury for yourself. Light one candle or several from the fantastic selection at Bijou this holiday season. Shop the entire selection here.
Have a fabulous weekend!
Thanks for sharing this, Eugenia. I love candles, but mine have to be soy and scented with essential oils or I’ll have an allergic reaction.
Glenda,
Hi! Good point about allergies and candles, I do forget that certain candles can trigger allergic reactions, at least you know that about yourself. Thanks for stopping by.