LAFCO Fragranced Candle Retreat
Best aromatherapy candle for those seeking a purifying, meditative home sanctuary.
Transform your space into a sanctuary with the LAFCO Retreat Candle. This 15.5oz candle offers an enlightened and purifying scent profile, blending matcha green tea, clary sage, and palo santo wood. Crafted with an optimized soy and paraffin wax blend for superior fragrance delivery and a 100% cotton wick for a clean burn, it provides up to 90 hours of blissful ambiance. Award-winning and essential oil-based, this candle is designed to elevate your home fragrance experience and promote relaxation.
$37.50
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
5291
/ 21024
#5291 in Candles
Price vs Category Average
-7%
Below average
Capacity
15.5
/ oz
Who it's for
- Quality-focused buyers prioritizing longevity and soot-free performance
- Design-conscious homeowners seeking reusable, decorative accents
- Fragrance lovers needing potent scents for spacious living areas
Who should skip it
- Fragrance enthusiasts who prefer sweet, floral, or gourmand profiles
- Budget-minded shoppers wary of high-end luxury pricing
- Casual users preferring low-maintenance, set-it-and-forget-it candles
Performance breakdown
Fragrance Throw
Optimized wax blend delivers a potent, room-filling scent experience.
Burn Longevity
Ninety hours of burn time offers exceptional value for daily relaxation.
Burn Cleanliness
Cotton wick construction ensures minimal soot and a consistent, steady flame.
Scent Complexity
Sophisticated herbal and earthy notes create a distinct, spa-like atmosphere.
Aesthetic Appeal
Elegant glass vessel design complements any modern home interior seamlessly.
Ingredient Quality
Essential oil-based formulation provides a natural and authentic aromatic profile.
Key Specs
Capacity
15.5 oz
Wax Material
Soy Wax with a touch of Paraffin Wax
Wick Type
100% Cotton Wick
Burn Time
Up to 90 hours
Fragrance
Essential Oil Based
Certifications
2021 Allure Best of Beauty Award, 2021 Popsugar Beauty Award
Container Material
Glass
Scent Family
Herbal, Earthy
Features
- Award-winning fragrance for a premium scent experience.
- 100% cotton wick ensures a clean, consistent burn.
- Optimized wax blend for maximum fragrance throw.
- Transforms surroundings into a blissful, serene space.
- Essential oil-based fragrance for natural aromatherapy.
- Long-lasting burn time up to 90 hours.
- Purifying scent profile for a calming atmosphere.
What customers say
The LAFCO Retreat candle is highly regarded for its exceptional quality and ability to transform spaces into a luxurious, spa-like retreat. Its sophisticated, clean, and perfectly balanced fragrance offers a powerful scent throw that fills large rooms naturally. Reviewers consistently note the superior construction, appreciating the clean, even burn and impressive longevity. While the initial investment is significant, the beautiful, reusable glass vessel and the overall elevated experience justify the cost. The premium essential oils and outstanding performance make this candle a worthwhile addition for enhancing home ambiance and self-care, fostering strong customer loyalty and repeat purchases.
Know before you buy
The Retreat candle features an earthy, herbal profile. It blends the crisp, vegetal notes of matcha green tea with the herbaceous quality of clary sage and the grounding, woody aroma of palo santo.
This 15.5oz candle provides up to 90 hours of burn time. To maximize this, ensure you trim the cotton wick to 1/4 inch before each use and allow the wax pool to reach the edges of the glass during the first burn.
Yes, it uses an optimized blend of soy and paraffin wax. This specific combination is chosen to ensure a consistent, clean burn while maximizing the fragrance throw throughout your room.
Yes, the fragrance is essential oil-based. This provides a more authentic, natural aromatherapy experience compared to synthetic alternatives.
The high-quality glass vessel is designed to be repurposed. Once the wax is gone, you can clean out the remaining residue with warm soapy water and use the jar as a decorative container for small items like makeup brushes or office supplies.
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