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13 Best Candle Wax Warmers That Will Add Fragrance to Your Home
Melt a safer, cleaner alternative to traditional candles.
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As the weather gets colder, you might consider lighting a seasonal candle to set the mood with your favorite scent. But for various reasons you might not want to play with fire—lit candles can be dangerous when unattended. Plus, they can create soot and residue on your walls. But if you still want the fragrance without the hassle, that's where the best candle warmers come in!
First things first: What's a candle wax warmer? Also called a fragrance warmer, it's a device that distributes scents with a heat source other than an open flame, such as an electric light or a lamp. Some wax warmers include a dish for melting wax pieces, while others simply warm up jar candles on a hot plate (which is great if you have a candle subscription). Many also include a removable dish so you can use them for wax pieces or jar candles. Either way, they are safer, mess-free alternatives to traditional candles.
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Why choose a wax warmer? Well, besides the benefits of being cleaner and safer, wax melts absorb heat at a slower rate than candles with an open flame, making them a more cost-effective option in the long run. You can also adjust the strength of your scent by adding more melts to the heating dish. That also make it so easy to switch your fragrance to suit your mood or the season. Best of all, there are so many pretty designs to choose from that add a quick pop to your décor, including some from The Pioneer Woman's collection.
So, if you're ready to see the light, read on for the best candle wax warmers you can buy.
Kobodon Ceramic Electric Wax Warmer
Thanks to a removable dish and warming plate, this warmer works with wax melts or jar candles. Choose from eight elegant designs.
Pewter Walnut 2-In-1 Candle and Fragrance Warmer
This sophisticated warmer is total eye candy. Use the gunmetal warming dish to melt wax chips, or remove it and place your favorite candle on the walnut base.
Scentsationals Charleston Scented Wax Warmer
Maybe you're worried you won't get the ambiance of a traditional flame with a wax warmer. Let this one ease your mind: The 25-watt light produces a soft glow when you add wax melts to the dish.
The Pioneer Woman Fancy Flourish Full Size Fragrance Warmer
The Pioneer Woman Fancy Flourish Full Size Fragrance Warmer
Add this charming frosted glass warmer to your Pioneer Woman collection. Form meets function, too: It includes timed settings so you can melt wax cubes for two, four, or eight hours.
Scentsationals Retro Collection Radio Scented Wax Warmer
This vintage radio pulls double duty as an adorable table decoration. You can also pick from other retro-inspired styles like an antique camper, a gas pump, and even a jukebox.
Darice Large Jar Warmer
Choosing a wax warmer doesn't mean you can't still enjoy all your favorite scents! This simple electric warmer is easy to use: Just place a jar candle on the warmer plate and plug right in.
Scentsationals Edison Anchorage Lantern Wax Warmer
What a bright idea! The 40-watt lightbulb in this lantern-shaped wax warmer melts wax cubes for a long-lasting fragrance.
Mainstays Electric Matte Black Ceramic Wax Warmer
Talk about affordable! For a mere $7, you can get this cute minimalist design. All you have to do is plug it in, fill it up, and press a button. It's as easy as it is budget-friendly.
Millwood Pines Iron Tabletop Wax Warmer
How cute is this option? It's designed to look like a real fireplace but without the danger or hassle. The wax melts go on top while the realistic-looking faux "fire" burns below it to give a warm and cozy glow.
Chai Pluggable Fragrance Wax Warmer
You can plug this affordable fragrance warmer right into the wall to melt wax cubes. Bonus: It comes in 20 pretty designs.
Place a 16- to 22-ounce candle on the pedestal, and the lamp will melt wax from the top down to release fragrances. Bonus: It also makes a cute desk lamp!
Star Moon Pluggable Fragrance Wax Warmer
All will be merry and bright with this themed warmer. Invest in some pine-scented wax cubes to really set the holiday mood.
One Fur All Pet House Electric Wax Warmer
Dog parents, this one's for you! Get rid of pet odors (or any odors, really!) with this versatile warmer—you can use the top bowl for wax cubes and the bottom plate for jar candles.
Audrey is the assistant editor at Food Network Magazine and The Pioneer Woman Magazine.
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