Lemon scents can run the gamut, from a sharp, clean tang to a soft lemon chiffon. And with lemon candles, the fragrances and quality can vary immensely as well.
Whether you are looking for a true lemon scent or a lemon fragrance with a nice blend to soften the edge, there will be a candle on this list that is just for you.
The Best Lemon Scented Candles You Can Buy, Ranked!
7. Yankee Candle Sicilian Lemon Scented Candle
One of the biggest benefits of lemon scented candles is that lemon is a great launching pad for other fragrances. For example, the Sicilian Lemon from Yankee Candle offers both a clean lemon scent and just a touch of fresh green lemon leaves. The overall effect is cleansing but not intrusive.
Price: $
Pros:
- Bright yellow color looks great on a counter or shelf
- The leaf fragrance adds a scent of clean green without contrasting too sharply
- You can enjoy up to 150 hours of burn time off the large candle
Cons:
- If you want a strong lemon scent, this one may not suit
- Not everyone likes the scent or flavor of the leaves
- For those who like the tang of the peel, this scent doesn’t have that edge
6. Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Lemon Verbena Soy Aromatherapy Candle
The Meyer’s line of cleaning products includes many favorite lemon smelling candles. It’s important to note that the lemon verbena plant is actually a plant that has a mild scent of lemons. This candle is incredibly accurate in presenting the lemon verbena scent.
Price: $
Pros:
- Lemon verbena is a gentle, mild fragrance with a hint of lemon
- The green scent of this plant is quite present when you light this candle
- The jar is recyclable and quite durable
Cons:
- This candle has all cotton wicks and soy wax; you will want to keep the wick trimmed after each burn
- The fragrance is mild; if you expect a strong scent, this one may not work
- Lemon verbena isn’t lemon
5. Village Candle Fresh Lemon Scented Candle
For those who love zing and zest, this candle is a great choice. Consider opening up this candle and simply enjoying the fragrance to start before you light it. The multiple wicks create a lovely pool of melted scented wax, but the fragrance from this candle may be quite strong. That being said, for many of us the best lemon scented candles are the ones that don’t quit.
Price: $
Pros:
- Burn time is 170 hours
- The green scent grows as the wax pool warms
- Cotton wicks are easy to keep trimmed
Cons:
- The lemon scent is the quickest to burn away
- The green may become too strong over time
- If you like a sweeter scent, this is not your candle
4. JewelScent Lemon Drop Candle
The JewelScent Lemon Drop candle is a lovely candle with a sweet scent. It also features vanilla and grape scents, so if you don’t like the sharp scent of lemon peel, this may be the one that suits you best. This is a white candle, so if you aren’t keen on yellow in your decor, this is the one!
This candle also comes with a piece of jewelry inside that ranges in value, making it great to give as a gift, however, if that is not your thing, you might not be into this candle.
Price: $$
Pros:
- This candle melts evenly thanks to the coconut soy wax
- The top notes of this candle are a potent combination of lemon and lime
- The longer this burns, the better it smells, but it’s also great even unlit
Cons:
- This smells more like lemon candy than a lemon from a tree
- This American-made candle ships from Orange County, CA. You may need to wait a week to get your candle
- Shipping isn’t free until you get to nearly $100 of product
3. Carrière Frères Siracusa Lemon
If you’re looking for a gift candle, this product is beautiful before you light it and better once you do! The packaging is 100% recyclable. The Siracusa Lemon scent is a bit sweeter than the lemons from the grocery store, so if you don’t like the tang of a fresh bar lemon is too much, try this one.
Price: $$$$
Pros:
- The imagery on this candle is truly lovely and old-world
- This candle will provide gentle stimulation to your spirit once lit
- You can get up to 45 hours of burn time from a 6.5 ounce candle
Cons:
- This candle shouldn’t be burned for more than 2 hours at one time
- Some wick trimming may be needed
2. DW Home Fresh Lemon
If your home is not large or you don’t want to scent a very large space, the DW Home Fresh Lemon candle in a medium single wick candle can be a great choice. You can expect 33 hours of burn time from the medium and 56 hours from the large double wick. This candle is truly citrus. The underlying scent is lime. The jar features a gradation of color, from white frost at the top to a lush golden yellow at the base.
Price: $$
Pros:
- This is a sharply scented candle and it smells like the fruit
- The scent of this candle is clean
- The wax is white, so you can use this candle in any decor
Cons:
- Some users are reminded of lemon-scented cleaning products
- This may be overpowering in a small room
- Shipping is not free unless you spend more than $75.00
1. NEST Fragrances Amalfi Lemon & Mint Scented Classic Candle
If you’re looking for candles that smell like lemon but don’t have a sharp edge, the NEST Fragrances Amalfi Lemon & Mint may be exactly what you need. The NEST jar line offers a lovely touch to your decor; the pretty frosted stripes work well both on the smaller single wick or the larger triple wick. This candle also features bergamot for a clean, sweet finish.
Price: $$$
Pros:
- The mint freshens the space while the lemon cleanses the air
- The NEST jars are really attractive without being intrusive
- The large candle offers up to 60 ours of burn time
Cons:
- Bergamot can, to some, smell soapy
- If you like a lemon edge, this may not smell clean enough for your tastes
