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What is the difference between cheap and expensive candles?

A candle is just... a candle, right? Not quite. Anyone who's ever compared a cheap supermarket candle next to a luxurious ToHotToCandle® scented candle knows: the difference isn't just in the price, but in every detail.

From scent to burn time, from wax to wick, in this blog you will discover why one candle is a quick flame and the other a fragrant experience that you continue to enjoy.

Handmade blue soy candle with whipped cream look among coffee and waffles on the breakfast table.

Large candles: more than just size

Large candles are popular. They stand out in your home and seem to last a long time. But appearances can be deceiving... especially if you choose a budget-friendly model.

🟡 Cheap large candles:

  • Are often made from paraffin , a petroleum product.
  • Burn unevenly or leave a black soot layer.
  • Often have a strong perfumed odor that dissipates quickly.

🟢 Large candles from ToHotToCandle®:

  • Made from 100% natural soy wax – sustainable, plant-based and biodegradable.
  • Cast with care, ensuring stable and even combustion .
  • Longer burning time and better fragrance distribution.

💡 Did you know that our large cocktail candles burn for up to 45 hours without producing soot?

✅ View our large cocktail scented candles

Clover Club scented candle with raspberries, decorative

Cocktail candles: design meets fragrance experience

The cocktail candle is one of the most exciting innovations in the candle world. And at ToHotToCandle® , we're taking that concept to the next level. Not a simple gimmick, but a fragrant eye-catcher.

🍸 What makes our cocktail candles unique?

  • Each design is inspired by real cocktails such as the Pornstar Martini or Espresso Martini .
  • We use high-quality perfume oils , specially formulated for a subtle yet powerful fragrance experience.
  • Poured into iconic cocktail shapes (martini glasses, ice cream coupes) that you can reuse after firing.
  • Cotton wicks without lead or metals, so safer and cleaner.

Our cocktail candles are all limited editions, hand-poured with precision and attention to detail.

✅ This cocktail candle is the ultimate eye-catcher for your interior

Scented candles: a scent you really feel

Everyone wants a candle that smells good. But not every candle smells good or lasts long. The difference often lies in the fragrance composition and the type of wax.

🟡 For cheap scented candles:

  • Synthetic fragrances are used which can be harsh on the nose and lungs.
  • You only smell something when you are hanging right above the candle.
  • Is the odor often overpowering or does it disappear quickly?

🟢 At ToHotToCandle®:

  • We use certified perfume oils that are carefully balanced.
  • Each candle has a powerful "cold throw" and "hot throw", so scent when opened and when burning.
  • Think of scents like lavender & cherry blossom , coffee & vanilla or our summery groovy melon .

✅ View our best-smelling scented candles

Green candle: fresh for the nose and nature

A green candle is more than just a color. At ToHotToCandle® , green stands for sustainability, style, and fragrance. A good example? Our Matcha Scented Candle .

🌿 Why our green candle stands out:

  • Made with natural pigments in vegetable soy wax.
  • Scent of real matcha: fresh, earthy, soothing.
  • Cast in matte green glass – perfect for reuse as a planter or pen holder.

✅ View the Matcha green candle

Matcha Latte scented candle with green iced tea stylish combination on the table

Craftsmanship and ingredients make the difference

At ToHotToCandle® we believe that fragrance experience starts with the basics:

✅ Top quality soy wax
✅ Cotton wicks without metal
✅ Sustainable fragrances
✅ Reusable jars and glasses
✅ Plastic-free packaging

Each candle is carefully tested for fragrance diffusion, burn time, and safety. This guarantees an experience you'll truly enjoy and one you can give with confidence.

✅ View all sustainable and luxurious candles

Personal tip from the team

As candle enthusiasts, we experience everything ourselves: from the first scent combination to the final test burn. And yes, we, too, often opted for inexpensive candles in the past.

But: once you burn a truly good scented candle, you'll feel the difference. Not just in scent, but in atmosphere, ambiance, and tranquility. And that's something we want for everyone.

🎁 Whether you want to treat yourself or surprise someone: choose a candle with character.
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Handmade scented candle with flowers and tropical scent – ​​in a cocktail glass

The difference between affordable and expensive candles lies in ingredients, fragrance, craftsmanship, and sustainability . At ToHotToCandle® , we strive for top quality in every detail, from wax to wick, from fragrance to glass.

Are you ready for a real candle experience?

🕯️ Shop your favorite cocktail, scented or green candle
👉 View our scented candles
👉 Or choose a unique cocktail candle

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