made with essentials
Pure essential oil candles, hand-poured with care.
Why we made them
At markets, we noticed something. Amongst the people stopping to smell our candles, a small but quietly consistent group would ask the same question: do you make anything with essential oils? Some had sensitivities to synthetic fragrances. Others simply preferred to know exactly what was scenting their home.
We listened. Made with Essentials is our response - a small collection of soy wax candles blended with pure essential oils, for anyone who wants a more natural fragrance experience. No compromise on quality, no wellness jargon. Just honest, beautifully scented candles made with ingredients you can feel good about.
Focus
For sharper days
For the desk, the morning routine, the moments when you need your head clear and your attention in one place. Two candles built around bright, herbal, alert blends - light one when the day needs structure.
The collection
CLARITY
Juniper Berry. Eucalyptus. Peppermint.
Crisp, clean and quietly invigorating. Juniper brings a cool woodland freshness, eucalyptus opens the senses, and peppermint adds a subtle, alert edge. Perfect for a home office, a morning ritual, or any moment that calls for a clear head.
ENERGY
Lemon. Sweet Orange. Basil. Spearmint.
A zesty, herbal-citrus blend designed to clear the mind and sharpen focus. Bright lemon and sweet orange lift the mood, fresh basil stimulates concentration, and cool spearmint clears the air. Light it in the morning, or whenever the afternoon starts to drag.
LIFT
For brighter spaces
The kitchen, the hallway, the room that needs a reset. Two zesty citrus-led blends that wake up a space and shift the mood without overpowering it.
Uplifting
Bergamot. Black Pepper. Lime.
A bright, energising blend designed to lift the mood and shift the atmosphere. Zesty lime and bergamot open things up, while a hint of black pepper adds warmth and depth. Light it in the morning, or whenever the day needs a reset.
CITRUS
Grapefruit. Lime. Bitter Orange. Cypress.
A sparkling citrus blend that brightens the mood and refreshes any space. Juicy grapefruit and zingy lime do the heavy lifting, bitter orange adds depth, and a thread of cool cypress keeps it grounded. Light it in the kitchen, the hallway, or anywhere that needs a proper reset.
Calm
or slower evenings
The wind-down, the bath, the last hour before bed. Two soft, considered blends made for letting the day fall away - one to ease the body, one to quiet the mind.
RELAXING
Bergamot. Lavender. Lemongrass.
The one for slow evenings. Lavender brings its familiar calm, bergamot balances the mood, and lemongrass adds a gentle freshness that keeps it from feeling heavy. A candle that earns its place in your wind-down routine.
SLEEP
Clary Sage. Ylang Ylang. Bergamot.
A soft, grown-up alternative to traditional lavender sleep blends. Clary sage quiets a busy mind, ylang ylang releases tension in the body, and a whisper of bergamot lets the day gently fall away. Light it before bed and feel the difference.
Small batches. Considered ingredients.
Every Made with Essentials candle is hand-poured in our Portsmouth studio, in small batches of just a few at a time.
We use natural soy wax, lead-free cotton wicks, and pure essential oil blends developed in-house - balanced for a clean, even scent throw without overwhelming the room. Each candle is checked, finished, and labelled by hand.
It's a slower way to make a candle. We think it's worth it.
Questions we get asked
What's the difference between essential oils and fragrance oils?
Essential oils are extracted directly from plants, flowers, and citrus peel — they're the natural scent of the plant itself. Fragrance oils are crafted by perfumers and can include both natural and synthetic ingredients. Both have their place. Made with Essentials uses only pure essential oils, with nothing added.
Are these candles safe to burn around pets and children?
Generally yes, with sensible care - keep candles out of reach, never leave them unattended, and ensure the room is well ventilated. If you have cats specifically, please note that some essential oils (including certain citrus and tea tree oils) can be more sensitive for them. We'd recommend burning the citrus-led blends in a separate room, or get in touch if you'd like specific advice.
How long does each candle burn?
Each candle has a burn time of approximately 25 hours when burned correctly - keep wicks trimmed to 5mm before each light, and allow a full melt pool on the first burn.
Can I burn them during pregnancy?
Most essential oils used in our blends are considered safe in normal use during pregnancy, but sensitivities vary. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, we'd always recommend checking with your midwife about specific oils before burning.
Where are they made?
Hand-poured by us in Portsmouth, UK.
Part of the Salt & Blossom story
Salt & Blossom began on a market stall in Portsmouth, and we've been hand-pouring candles, wax melts, diffusers, and room sprays ever since. Made with Essentials sits alongside our signature fragrance range - same care, same hands, same studio, just a different way of working with scent.