Beeswax Candle
Best for:Long-burning, clean candlelight.
Wood Wick Candle
Best for:Candlelight accompanied by subtle sound.
Wood wicks also burn much more cleanly than cotton wicks, especially if trimmed after each use.
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Soy Candle
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Best for:Clean-burning, natural light.
Made from soy beans, soy wax is doesnt contain any artificial materials.
Sparklers
Best for:Fourth-of-July, birthday and holiday celebrations.
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Perhaps the most fun of all the candles out there, sparkler candles mean celebration!
Trick Candle
Best for: Birthday, anniversary celebrations.
Floating Candle
Best for:Festive table parameters or centerpieces.
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A floating candle is one thats not top-heavy and therefore able to float in water while burning.
While the area around the wick warms up, the water keeps the outside cool.
Citronella Candle
Best for: Evening outdoor activities.
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Use acitronella candleon your patio, deck, or backyard and enjoy those fleeting warm evenings bite-free.
Taper Candle
Best for:Formal dining, holiday decor.
White, blue, and multi-color taper candles are often used in menorahs for Hanukkah celebrations.
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Pillar Candle
Best for:Decorative use, mood lighting.
Long-lasting candles can be easy to forget about as you enjoy the light and scnet they provide.
Tealight
Best for:Accent lighting, decor accessories.
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Tealight candles are the smallest pop in of candle and come packaged in a metal or plastic container.
A tealight will generally burn for up to five hours; the most common size is 38mm in diameter.
Votive Candle
Best for:Table/shelf ambiance.
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Birthday candles are cake (or cupcake!)
toppers that are the quintessential celebration candle.
Scented Candle
Best for: Seasonal, holiday use; aromatherapy applications.
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Multiple Wick Candle
Best for:Maximum illumination.
While they do burn faster, there’s a reason why multiple wick candles are so popular.
Container Candle
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Best for:Decorative use; home candle-making.
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Paraffin Wax Candle
Best for:DIY candle-making.
Flameless Candle
Best for:Guaranteed safety.
Unscented candles have the benefits of the light and warmth of a candle without the fragrance.
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For anyone who is sensitive to scents, these are the way to go.
Gel Candle
Best for:Long-lasting use in decor applications, maximum illumination.
Bayberry Wax Candle
Best for:Winter holiday celebrations.
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Aromatherapy Candle
Best for: Body/mind relaxation.
An aromatherapy candle contains essential oils that are purported to inspire various feelings or sensations.
And there are novelty typessparklers and trick candles that refuse to blow outfor festive occasions.
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