Candle Guide: Black-Owned Scents to Own and Keep

Last updated on Jan 8, 2026

Posted on Dec 23, 2025

Although we don’t need any excuse to light a candle and elevate the ambience in our homes, meaningful moments often invite us to explore new scents. There’s something inherently calming about striking a match and filling a space with a fragrance that evokes comfort, nostalgia or a sense of renewal, especially as we set the tone for the year ahead.

This year, make the experience even more meaningful by choosing candles crafted by Black-owned brands. From cozy and warm aromas to bold, unique blends, these scents bring an almost tangible warmth to any space, making them essential additions to your home or the ideal gift for someone special.

Postmodern Form

With scent notes that include lavender, white sage, jasmine and nutmeg, these candles are 100% wax, presented in recyclable and compostable packaging and have a burn time of over 50 hours.

Shop warm wishes / black currant + rose + sandalwood candle

A Hot Mess Candle Co.

From traditional candles with bold scents to elegant reusable candle holders, this is not your average fragrance brand.

Shop Purple Reign - African Art Piece and Candle Holder

Nooree Home

Made with a soy-beeswax blend and vegetable dye, Nooree Home offers taper candles in two scents: Neroli and Blood Orange and Vanilla Santal.

Shop Taupe Roman Taper Candle

Sanctuaire

Offering both single and double wicks, as well as a travel candle collection, each scent has a story grounded in historical exploration.

Satya + Sage

Inspired by ancient healing practices, this brand offers plant-based wax candles that feature unique scents such as Eucalyptus Rain, Mandarin Rush and Tobacco Sunrise.

Shop Truth + Good Vibes Bundle

Majenye candles

Rooted in wellness and simplicity, these eco-luxury candles are meant to inspire calm, clarity and connection. With scents that span creamy almond vanilla to floral and citrus, each candle has a burn time of 70+ hours.

Harlem Candle Company

From the Langston Luxury Candle to the Ragtime Luxury Candle, each scent is intended to evoke a specific moment, mood or muse from the Harlem Renaissance.

Shop The Renaissance Luxury Candle
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