Him’s Candle Scents

A Good Scented candle isn’t just something women enjoy; men can benefit from its lovely Scent and calming effects, too.

However, when it comes to scents, men often prefer fresher, citrusy, spicy, or musky scents, while women tend to choose fruity or floral scents.

His Scented candles are designed specifically for men, with scents they’ll love.


His Scented Candles

His scented candles feature scents men enjoy, plus masculine colors and packaging that make them ideal as gifts or for home and office use.

A scented candle can create the same warm and calming feel for a man as it can for a woman. However, men tend to prefer different scent types than women.

That is why we want to look at men’s scented candles with scents men will enjoy, plus colors, designs, and packaging that feel more masculine.


Choosing Men’s Scented Candles

With so many body products on the market, scented candles are also an option, with many products designed specifically for men.

All Scented candle types will smell either good or bad to someone; however, what makes one Scent better for men or women?

Everyone has their personal preferences when it comes to scents and fragrances. However, clear differences exist between the scents and fragrances women enjoy and those men prefer.

When men use masculine scented candles, they relax and feel grounded, and floral scents don’t affect men the same way they do women.

  • Scents Men Enjoy – Men enjoy natural wood scents like cedar, pine, and balsam fir. They will also opt for more oriental and spicy scents such as cardamom, ginger, and cinnamon. Some men like fresh citrus scents like bergamot, neroli, and grapefruit, while others enjoy more minty scents such as spearmint, peppermint, and wintergreen. Earthy scents include moss, patchouli, tobacco, bourbon, chair, and pumpkin, while musky scents include tonka bean and amber. Cleaner scents such as linen, powder, and bay leaf may also be enjoyable to some men.
  • Scents to Avoid – A few unmasculine scents most men would not enjoy in a scented candle. They include Floral scents such as jasmine, gardenia, rose, and blossoms. Very fruity scents such as apple, peach, strawberry, and raspberry are usually not a favorite for men. Coconut and tropical scents also usually don’t sit well with men.
  • Wood Wick or Not? – When you have found the best Scent but are trying to figure out what the best-scented candle will be for men, you will notice there are two options for wicks: mostly cloth, and some may have wooden wicks. Wooden wicks generally look and burn better than cloth ones, but they crackle and pop as they burn, which some people enjoy. However, cloth wicks are more readily available, and wood-wick candles may be hard to find.
  • Candle Colors for Men – Even if you get the scent right, no man will enjoy an overly floral style or a pink, purple, or girly-colored candle. Look for candles in jars and holders with a more masculine style and color. Dark Blues, Dark Greens, white, browns, and black or grey are all suitable color options for men.
  • Match the Scent to an Occasion – A candle isn’t just for light and ambiance; a lovely scented candle can set a specific mood or theme in the right area for the right occasion, such as dancing, romance, relaxation, or refreshing a space. Musky, earthy scents are ideal for a man cave for watching sports, enjoying a game of cards, or playing pool with friends. Clean and fresh scents are perfect for barbershops or bathrooms to add a touch of freshness. Tobacco and vanilla scents are ideal for men’s lounges or poker nights.

Features of a Good Scented Candle for Men

Him's Candle Scents

  • Type of Candle – Choose from three types: natural soy, beeswax, or synthetic paraffin wax. Beeswax candles can be expensive, and paraffin wax candles are the cheapest. However, they do leave a residue behind. Soy candles are affordable and leave no residue.
  • Candle Scent – The candle’s Scent for men is very important, and we have discussed that in some detail. However, you can consider a few scents: Bay Rum; Tobacco; Cedarwood; Sandalwood; Amber; Musk; Lemon; Neroli; Grapefruit; Mint; Tea Tree; Eucalyptus; Black pepper; and Bergamot. You can also consider candles with blends that give a specific fragrance, such as fresh, citrus, spicy, or musky.
  • Wick – Candles will come with either a wood or a cloth wick. Cloth-wick models are more affordable and easier to find, while wood wicks burn better.
  • Size – Candles come in many sizes and color options, and you will need to choose a specific size. Stick to more masculine colors such as blue, brown, green, white, and grey.
  • Container – Look for a more masculine container, or buy a candle without a container.

Reviews: The Best Scented Candles for Him

In our list below, we have some of the top favorite Him’s candles with some lovely masculine scents and designs;


1

  • From Yankee Candle, the Midsummer’s Night’s two-wick candle comes in a lovely jar for men.
  • It offers 75 to 110 hours of burn time and has two wicks.
  • The candle contains premium-quality wax for a clean, consistent burn.
  • It has a premium-quality Scent with musk, patchouli, sage, and mahogany cologne.


2

  • The Manly Indulgence Dark Forest Scented candle comes in a jar and has a wood wick.
  • The candle features a fragrance blend of cedar, herbs, and lavender to evoke a forest or outdoor trail.
  • This carefully crafted 15-ounce candle comes in navy with a clear jar.
  • The wood wick offers a longer, better burn time.


3
  • Craft and Kin offers a premium whiskey-and-caramel scented candle for men.
  • The candle comes in an amber-colored glass jar and doubles as decor.
  • This premium candle features a masculine whiskey-and-caramel scent.
  • The candle is non-toxic and burns for a long time.


4

  • Another option from Craft and Kin is their lavender-and-wood-scented candle for men.
  • The candle comes in a black, masculine jar.
  • It has a natural, fresh lavender-and-wood scent.
  • This natural soy candle burns for a long time.


5

  • They make Life Exclusive men’s candles in Bonfire, Mahogany, and Teakwood scents.
  • It features a wood wick for a longer, healthier burn time.
  • This natural soy candle comes in a decorative masculine jar, making it ideal as a gift for men.
  • The candle has a masculine, woody fragrance most men will love.


6

  • From Allegorie, we have a set of three scented candles for men.
  • The scented candles are bergamot and sandalwood, Leather and Mahogany, and Tobacco and vanilla, giving you different options.
  • They come in a gorgeous glass jar and will be an ideal gift for him.
  • These candles burn cleanly and are non-toxic.


Index Table: Top Rated Scented Candles for Him

No.ProductImageFeaturesBrandScore
1Yankee Candle MidSummers’ Night - Classic Scented Candle
  • Large
  • Two Wick
Yankee Candle98
2Manly Indulgence Dark Forest - Scented Candle
  • Jar Candle
  • 60 Hours of Burn
Manly Indulgence97.9
3Craft and Kin Whiskey Caramel - Natural Scented Candle
  • Non-Toxic
  • Natural
  • Masculine
Craft and Kin97.5
4Craft and Kin Lavender Wood - Scented Candle
  • Soy
  • Masculine Jar
Craft and Kin96
5Make Life Exclusive Bonfire - Masculine Scented Candle
  • Strong Scent
  • Soy Candle
Make Life Exclusive97
6Allegorie Three Set - Scented Candle
  • Bergamot and Sandalwood
  • Soy
Allegorie97


About the Author

Eliza Ward

Eliza Ward is a running enthusiast, nature lover, and full-time mother for 3 lovely kids in South Africa. She has always had a fetish for beautiful and functional showers and has the best product recommendations for all her friends and family. So she turned what she loved into her full-time job - by testing and recommending the best shower accessories for our online readers. Read her reviews to know how detailed her observations are.