TOP 10 STRONGEST Bath & Body Works Candles

[@jaand14]

You look so much happier now! Thank you for this roundup!!!

[@neonmoon2119]

Thank you for adding Laundry Day!! Most people leave it out of their top ten but it’s soooo strong and great! I mostly only buy gourmand/dessert or woody fragrances but I love it so much!!

[@augustusbrown5320]

O yes ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@LR-sc6bv]

I usually love laundry fragrances and want to try this, however, I'm not a fan of lavender. Can you tell me if you actually smell the lavender note in this or does it blend in so much that it doesn't stand out? I'm hoping the latter but would like to know your thoughts/opinion. Thanks :)

[@gerrigreen7795]

Great reviews. I stopped in the store today and picked up the Salted Butterscotch candle. Man is she a power house. Delicious too. I also am in love with PPW.

[@kirahavird9087]

The biggest throwers for me in the 3 wick have been Flamingo Beach, Tropical Banana, Coconut Cream Pie, Frozen Lake, Iced Vanilla Woods, Pumpkin Vanilla Creme, Banana Bundt Cake, Sweet Cranberry Pie, and Blueberry Sugar, as well as 4 that you mentioned Paris Cafe, Fresh Balsam, Summer Boardwalk, and Eucalyptus Spearmint. I haven't smelled the others but I could see them being strong. As for the single wick the strongest have been The Perfect Christmas, You're the One, Endless Weekend, Frosted Cranberry, and Waikiki Beach Coconut. Kent- somehow you must have read my mind or something because I have been hoping that you would make a video like this soon and here it is! Thank you SO SO MUCH!!!!!!! Side Note: If anyone is interested in a list of strongest Goose Creek candles let me know. I'm not proud of their review system but they really do have some good candles too.

[@VallyVal89]

Paris Cafe ☕ is a potent powerhouse!

[@JA-kn6gn]

It smells like Starbucks

[@episkey-amour]

I LOVE THAT ONE

[@meredithmetcalfe2329]

When I think of BBW strong candles that's the first one I think of!

[@testaccount01336]

I need.

[@jools8088]

oh wow I love the lid on the pumpkin French toast, so pretty. My picks as well are Caramel pumpkin swirl (very strong on the caramel, I have to blow it out after an hour), summer boardwalk, and leaves! oh and that campsite caribou coffee one from a few years back (it smelled up my whole cabinet).

[@jyotikijyoti]

Woo hoo I love these kind of reviews. Helps me enlarge my list of which scents I should look out for. Not a fan of anything mint, and white gardenia and I know I might be the only one 😃😃. I hoarded the Summer Boardwalk in 3-wick and single wick thanks to your reviews 😄😄. I slept on the Laundry day 😒. I love Paris Cafe. I remember when I first started buying BBW candles in Dec last year you suggested PC and since then hooked to it. Can't thank you enough for your reviews Kent. You've no idea how much it has helped people like me. 🤩🤩

[@missbluesea]

Haha, yep! You’ve touched on the big 10 for sure! Loved this video and hearing your thoughts about and descriptions of these classics. Another new powerhouse for me is Pink Watermelon: she’ll throw you out the house, lol! Thanks so much and take care. ❤️💕

[@lashaunsampson9497]

Yaasss, you are building the review catalog back up! Thank you and best wishes for your move into your new place 🌹

[@laurens8975]

Arghhhh I’m just about to go to bed (in 🇬🇧) and I’m battling the urge to stay up late to watch this 😍😍😍 it’s like you are reading my mind with all the videos I really really want! Yay ❤️❤️❤️

[@skrivaph9180]

Love your reviews! I hope you also make “the most elegant smelling candles from BBW” 🙏🏼♥️♥️

[@daisysmith4859]

So glad you made another one of these videos!

[@gina248]

Pumpkin pecan waffles is on my top list too! Smells the whole house up!

[@kusizee4159]

Sun- drenched Linen. Omg smells so good and is so strong.

[@jennifermarie1230]

Before you even showed it I KNEW IT WAS PUMPKIN FRENCH TOAST!! I had 4-5 of them and I returned ALL of them!! Smelled too burnt to me! Great video!!

[@kristipatterson9952]

Thanks, Kent! 💙💙💙 "Laundry Day" in wallflower form is also SUPER strong. Same goes for "Paris Cafe". I wish I liked bakery and gourmond scents, but I just don't. I've tried with so many different wallflowers to see if my preferences changed, but nope. I prefer floral scents, and a few Fall and Christmas scents. I guess I'm just boring. lol Again, thanks for putting this video together for us!!

[@kwill75]

I am warming the Laundry Day(oil from a wallflower) in a Tealight burner. It's SOOO strong, has taken over the entire house. Not recommending doing it, but I occasionally want to 'taste' the scent, so I warm the oil... ummm wish fulfilled lololol! Smells amazing in here though!

[@kristipatterson9952]

@@kwill75 How do you do that? Is it easy to do? Considering the fact I'm blind, do you think it would be easy for me to do? Thanks!

[@kwill75]

@@kristipatterson9952 hi Kristi, it's very easy. I'm not sure how comfortable you'd feel with a pair of pliers, but you remove the screw cap just like when you're ready to insert into the plug. Then, you firmly hold the bottle with one hand on a flat surface and use the pliers with your other hand to pull out the wick. Dispose that and just pour a bit of oil into your warmer. You keep the screw cap to put back on the bottle. It will be super strong, great for short bursts of intense scent.

[@kristipatterson9952]

@@kwill75 Awesome. You explained that so well by painting a picture with your words! I think I'll give it a try. Again, thanks!!! 💙💙💙

[@kwill75]

@@kristipatterson9952 my pleasure Kristi and I hope it works for you. We spell our first names the exact same by the way! My mom named me after Kristy McNichol hahaha, but she dropped the "y" and added an "i" instead!

[@tiffanysmith3428]

I need a love button for this video topic. THANK YOU, KENT, FOR SHARING YOUR INSIGHTS!

[@jessmakesscents3780]

Awesome line up! Berry Waffle Cone is another one with amazing strength!

[@jennifermarie1230]

Well just don’t ever buy the Waffle cone w the yellow wax!! It’s awful!!

[@MsJcmJcm]

Berry Waffle Cone is sooooo strong n I smell the burned sugar. Too strong for my household.

[@feelingangellocsin1093]

@@jennifermarie1230 yah the peach color one is the best

[@amysscentsandsongs]

Kent!! Oh, it does my heart good to see you recording Top 10 BBW reviews again! I enjoyed this so, so much - thank you for doing these! Of this group, I probably love Fresh Cut Lilacs the most. ❤️ Take care dear Kent!! 💯🎉🥰

[@jaynecarr3536]

omg mahogany apple is like my A1 Day1 i love mahogany apple it was officially my first 3 wick i got from BBW

[@kevinb3010]

Lighting up Pumpkin French Toast in your honor tonight! 😉🐿🎃🍂🍁

[@kellypayne866]

Never got a review about laundry day like this. Thanks so much❤❤❤

[@llllllllllilillii]

The strongest bath and bodyworks candle I've ever smelled is PERFECT SUMMER. I have it on right now. I put 1/2 teaspoon in my candle warmer (that is the ONLY way I do bbw candles) and it's literally scented MY WHOLE APARTMENT!

[@gina248]

That fresh cut lilacs is my all time favorite! Smells so good! So sad they don’t sell it year round

[@2tears35]

I here for this list!!! And 1000 BBW candles ...damnnn luv!! 😂🤣. I wish I've had the pleasure

[@MaryS910]

Is there an updated list since this one is 2 years old?

[@knowthyself5149]

Thx 4 review Kent, I think Leaves and Twisted Peppermint are strong contender too!

[@moonjelly7]

I absolutely love Paris Cafe! I wish they would turn it into body care!

[@sleepinbeauti473]

Sunwashed Citrus, White tea and Sage, Blueberry maple pancakes but Pumpkin Pecan Waffles is my all time favourite

[@bichthuynguyen8190]

I like floral but when I burn Fresh Cut Lilacs today ... it is strong. I need to hunt down Paris Cafe whenever it is available. Good list, tfs.

[@christy1531]

Love this update, thanks Kent

[@millanahorner3942]

Great video, I only like very strong throw candles. And you are spot on, great video. I have wasted so much money on candles with no throw.

[@LivingwithManali]

Laundry day ,Island papaya and fresh cut liliacs were my first candles from BBW.

[@diamondsandlipgloss]

good video....Black Tie is another strong one

[@dasiahale7518]

I like Eucalyptus Spearmint, Fresh Balsam, and Paris Cafe. Fresh Balsam smells like a mixture of forest pine and sandalwood. Eucalyptus Spesrmint is soothing 😌. And Paris Cafe smells like a coffee shop!!!

[@erikkasepiphany]

Thanks for the tip about not burning too long, I did this to my Wildberry Jam Donut candle, I turned it into Toast and Jam because it smells now a bit like it was toasted hahaha! Good thing I still like that smell.

[@TheCandleChannel]

Haha, yea a lot of BBW candles will do that! The 3-wicks burn HOT and sooty so you really have to be on top of it with trimming and limiting burn sessions.

[@melissalucas3459]

It's the thumbnail for me 🤩

[@The70sChick]

I just bought some more of the 75% off Mason jar candles (the 7.5 oz size), which are my favorite size. The SA brought out from the back room Fresh Cut Lilacs, Fresh Balsam and Pumpkin Clove. I burned the Fresh Balsam for hours and I am experiencing my first disappointment: I hardly smelled any scent and I love the smell of balsam pine so I am going to be more educated thanks to your video as to what is strong and what is weak. I like my candle scents to give off strongly so thanks for the info!

[@KylanaG]

Love - Rose & Vanilla, and 'Tis the Season are also good contenders.

[@rondashinogle3109]

Berry Waffle Cone is another strong one, I think. Hope your move goes smoothly!

[@jaynecarr3536]

i agree with u 100000000% kent my sisters go crazy for mahogany teakwood and im over here rolling my eyes everytime they request one from me lol

[@michellekhacherian3699]

Thank you for the fun review

[@lovethisscent5716]

i loveeee your review!

[@gpizano6691]

Laundry Day in the wall flower was sooo strong too!!!! I didn’t think it would either lol

[@meatballz8440]

I miss your old videos. The first reviews. Anyway, keep it up. I love your new channel.

[@gyrlgeorge]

Sun Drenched Linen is crazy strong too.

[@jamaicanjoyh6883]

This is my boo💖

[@MaterKay]

I miss packaging like we got with Pumpkin French Toast! Those were the days. 😂

[@TheCandleChannel]

Oh my gosh yes, I loved that entire collection of labels. And the year we had the pumpkin crimped lids, too. I miss that era of cutesy BBW labels. I feel like they really lean in on the whole decor/wraparound thing now, instead :(

[@loreeshine1196]

MY favorite is Tea and Lemon and it hasn't been around for awhile now. I really hope its going to be brought back..this is the only candle I would pay full price for!

[@TheCandleChannel]

Yea, that used to be real popular back in the day but it must not do as well now :(

[@pattieschulte700]

Sound like me! What is current Gardenia neme? Lilac? Thanks so much!!!!!!😘😘

[@shacunning6349]

So which 1 would u recommend for a hard day at work And at night when u wants to unwine?

[@lisanoele7996]

Does Laundry Day remind you of the Beachfront Blanket body care?

[@P1ckl3i]

I hate going nose blind. Cactus blossom is my fave for spring/summer and In the stars for fall/ winter and I always stop smelling it after awhile :(

[@GlC_Cigars]

So is this the white barn brand or just bath and body?

[@TheCandleChannel]

White Barn and Bath & Body Works are essentially the same thing. White Barn is just another "brand"/name BBW use to put on their candles but they are interchangeable. For instance there might be a Leaves fragrance that comes out both in the White Barn name and BBW name, but there's absolutely no difference to it except for the label on the jar.

[@LivingwithManali]

Some people say that fresh cut lilacs smells like Johnson baby powder in floral variant. Is it so?

[@smolshay]

I know it's a seasonal scent, but you definitely should've included Leaves! It's an absolute powerhouse of a candle.

[@TheCandleChannel]

I contemplated it but the last version of Leaves I had was totally weak and a complete dud, so I hesitated to put it in here! I was trying to go for general consistency from year to year lol.

[@smolshay]

@@TheCandleChannel that's so crazy! My leaves this year has been phenomenal like always. I wonder if there was a batch issue?

[@TheCandleChannel]

@@smolshay Ooh that's good news for this year though! Is it the one in the luminary jar? I might have to pick it up if it's strong again.

[@smolshay]

@@TheCandleChannel yup! I can even smell it a few feet away if I take the lid off and it's not burning!

[@sheenabullock6399]

Paris Cafe is it for me, without a doubt!!!! 2nd place would be pumpkin pecan waffles and 3rd would be Summer Boardwalk

[@triciajacob2677]

I enjoy the strong candles! Vanilla Rose Love and Lemoncello are some of my other favorite strong scents.

[@KylanaG]

Vanilla Rose Love is my favorite. A few months ago, my husband told me that he could smell it on the porch before he even unlocked the door to enter the house.

[@alicemoraldenis4286]

Pumpkin Peanut Brittle was super strong imo

[@gissneric]

Autumn Woods should be in the list as well. That one took me out. It's like double intensity.

[@TheCandleChannel]

You're right, that is a strong one. Unfortunately, I am allergic to that fragrance and broke out in a coughing, sneezing and choking fit when I used it, so I was wary of recommending that one.

[@danadane213]

Yeah I burned that one the other day. I need to get a backup

[@meredithmetcalfe2329]

I love Autumn Woods! That's too bad you had an allergic reaction!

[@that_girl555]

Sun Drenched Linen and Limoncello. Whew, a little goes a long way.

[@gpizano6691]

Question: do you happen to know how long am I suppose to burn a single wick BBW candle?

[@judemorales4U]

You need to burn it as many hours as it is in diameter. That way it will pool and have a full layer of oil. Wax has a memory, so if you dont let it burn/pool all the way out, it will begin to burn straight down and make wells. Leaving a lot of lost wax on the sides. The 3 wick like 2-4 hours depending on its particular burn... like fast or slower burn. Single wicks like 1-2 hours. Reseach your question and you will find videos with images that show what they do, or type in candle welling or wax pooling. ❤🌺

[@gpizano6691]

@@judemorales4U thank you so much! Great to know !!

[@lucieweaver3324]

Just have not been a fan of anything mahogany however did pick up days ago the mahogany apple. Paris Cafe is so strong - love it in the kitchen. Thanks Kent!!

[@wickedfairy2370]

Great reviews.My top strongest are island margarita, Sunwashed Citrus, Pink Lilac & Vanilla. Fresh balsam or mahogany balsam for Christmas. Lakeside Morning is quite strong also. None of these have failed for me. I also love sunny lime. Keep the reviews coming. Yours are the best! Thanks,

[@esthercolon648]

Fresh balsam, my favorite. I buy enough to last me all year.

[@naomibee9020]

I've overheard these fans who load up on Mahogany Teakwood as well. I'm always baffled, but to each their own! Last year I was second in line at candle day, and I struck up a conversation with the first lady... I was surprised to hear she was there to load up on Paris Cafe. I didn't realize how much of a cult classic it is.

[@bbwjunkie8321]

Tea Rose fills my whole house. It's the only rose scented candle I like.

[@jennifermarie1230]

Blushing pink rose petals aka Winter rose are super strong rose fragrances too!! ❤️

[@iluvjpm]

There's also Mahogany Coconut. I like Mahogany Teakwood but the coconut version is fantastic. Gorgeous.

[@pamelabailey4009]

I love Mahogany Coconut.😍

[@kirahavird9087]

Yep. That's one of my favorites too. I also like this version better than the original.

[@arshiaomer2462]

Tuxedo nights was really strong and it sucks never been back for years. The day they bring it out I’m stocking up

[@tinathenurse9073]

I cannot get enough Salted Butterscotch

[@Richardangelo84]

For some reason, I recently bought Paris Cafe for the first time and mine is not that strong. It’s a perfect 7 strength and throw without being overpowering. Maybe I lucked out with a ‘weak’ batch 😂

[@wanderingwraith9854]

I died laughing when you were talking about Mahogany Peach. 💀 Your reviews are the best! I love your personality and delivery! 🍑 🗑

[@TheCandleChannel]

LOL, thank you! :)

[@isntshelovely841]

Great review!! Yes Paris Cafe is very strong but one you didn’t mention and maybe it’s just me but I can’t do Black Cherry Merlot in candle form anymore. Gives me such a headache 😖

[@sylviequebec7813]

Don’t forget Twisted peppermint and Tis the season the trow just Woow ! 😁👍

[@jessicadiesel]

Hii and since we are here sharing our strongest candles Watermelon lemonade omg the throw is strong and it doesn’t smell watermelon at all it’s a sweet fruity smell more sweet smell idk how to describe it ** sugared pomegranate!! Smells amazing it has pink grapefruit . Sparkling bergamot.. watermelon ice … it smells fruity/ clean smell but the throw is like 100000 too bad they sold out and I can’t find it online anymore

[@tmur987]

Fresh Bamboo and Black Cherry Merlot are also 2powerhouses! The Fresh Bamboo is hard to find

[@Jesquetta1976]

Mahogany Apple is Bae! I was waiting to see Twisted Peppermint on the list. My husband loves the Stress Relief and Mahogany Teakwood.

[@mrsmurphy6371]

Thank you for sharing 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@pattieschulte700]

I love P.C.! Mention ceiling height because many have high ceilings❤️

[@Nat524Ricci]

Love Laundry Day! But I believe Cactus Blossom and Mahogany Apple deserve to be top 10!!!!

[@TooLittleInfo]

There’s also Mahogany Coconut which i have a mini of, and i don’t think i’ll ever be getting a full size of 😅 i don’t like it burned alone, but it does make a good accompaniment to other scents. I’ve been burning it alongside a lavender candle and it’s pretty nice that way but yea. Don’t need another one when i’m done

[@lauraswihart4816]

Lilac💗

[@hannahstricker3772]

Can you review lakeside morning and harvest pomegranate? my absolute favorites rn

[@jillj5544]

He reviewed harvest pomegranate in a couple videos back. I do know from past reviews he liked lakeside morning if that helps.

[@llllllllllilillii]

I did buy Paris Cafe and returned that thing so fast it'd make your head spin. nope nope nope!

[@jayvee7482]

Pumpkin cupcakes is pretty strong. I lit it first out of my collection because I didn't think I would like it as a favorite. But no. It smells sweet and pumpkiny

[@madeleineburns7631]

Great

[@TheCandleChannel]

Thanks!

[@DJSwizz15]

Teakwood mahogany 🤘🤘🤘

[@jillj5544]

Love this video. I really enjoyed mahogany coconut this summer, Very relaxing evening scent. WINTER back in the day used to be as strong as fresh balsam..

[@EssSimplyDone]

I LOVE LAUNDRY DAY!

[@stylish1012]

Fresh Balsam the “BOSS”of all BBW CANDLES!

[@jaynecarr3536]

omg i have never been this early! love u kent!

[@jreteeksjreteeks8868]

Leaves is the best one hands down

[@llllllllllilillii]

Thank you for making these vids cuz I literally DESPISE when I buy a bbw candle and it has zero scent. Vanilla is the one I'm thinking of. Just wrong. NO SCENT!

[@meredithmetcalfe2329]

Pink Lilac and Vanilla is one of my favorites and it is also strong...it reminds me of a vintage makeup vanity in a powder room ❤ IDK, I can't get with Mohogany Teakwood, it literally just smells like men's fragrance and that's it to me... but I do like Mohagany Vanilla! I don't like cologne scents but people love them! Paris Cafe is SO STRONG that I can't store it with my others candles. She's all by herself stored in the kitchen 😂 love it

[@wickedfairy2370]

Love pink lilac & vanilla so much! It’s lingers long after you put it out & I never want to put it out. Just bought 4 more of them . It’s so unique. I went off mahogany teakwood. Not tried mahogany vanilla.

[@lavender_coffee]

Mahogany Teakwood makes me nauseous. Another SUPER strong fragrance that hasn’t come out under this name in awhile is Sea Salt & Maple Popcorn. It is mostly just a repack of Summer Boardwalk, but on steroids. If I were to open my windows while burning it, it will scent the neighborhood. Another very strong one is Leaves/Spiced Apple Toddy. Now I’m getting nervous that they have done away with Paris Cafe. I’m glad I have a lot of backups, but hadn’t bought it in recent years because I figured it would always be around. I love that one, and their other coffee fragrances don’t compare. Great list, thanks!

[@jenniferfulk924]

I miss Fresh Bamboo!

[@pamelakelly4399]

I hope it comes back, Absolutely my favorite 😍

[@Lovelycandles364]

I can’t believe you didn’t pick Fresh Bamboo and Sour Melon Drop- I can smell those even with the lid on😱

[@KARIN1980ification]

Honeycrisp Apple is so strong and good, realistic and natural smell… 🤪 🍎

[@carolejean63]

Paris cafe Bouquet. 💪😁❤️

[@LadyMsJay]

Unrelated, but PLEASE tell me about Cozy Cashmere (when/if you’ve gotten the chance to sniff). It smells an awful lot like Merci Paris/Wisteria Garden. Am I off? I trust your nose on this one. 😁

[@TheCandleChannel]

You're totally right! I was just thinking about this the other day when I saw Merci Paris somewhere. I think they're all repackages - Merci Paris, Wisteria Garden, Sunlit Cashmere, Sea Island Blossom, Cozy Cashmere! They apparently can't figure out what name sells the best!

[@LadyMsJay]

@@TheCandleChannel Thank you so much! I knew if anyone could confirm my hunch, it would be you!

[@neonkinpatsu]

@LadyMsJay Sorry to but in, but how did you find the throw on Cozy Cashmere? I love the scent, but debated on grabbing it. For some reason it reminds me of sunscreen 😆

[@megiddo7664]

I think I’m crazy but when I was in stores and smelled cozy cashmere I got a hint of fish lol

[@taylornation320]

I don't know why BBW so commonly doesn't get espresso right in their latte scents. Can never smell coffee but yet Paris cafe is such a winner and they clearly know how to convey espresso! I hope the next latte scent will have a wee bit more Paris cafe in it 🙏