Scented candles have become a beloved fixture in numerous households, admired for their ability to fill spaces with delightful fragrances and create a cozy atmosphere. Whether it’s the calming scent of lavender, the refreshing aroma of citrus, or the earthy notes of wood, these candles cater to a wide range of preferences and occasions, enhancing the … Read more
She nearly blew it. Emy Moore, who goes by @emymoore3 on TikTok, claims burning five scented candles in her room for several hours landed her in the hospital with carbon monoxide poisoning. “I will never buy a scented candle ever again, for I am traumatized,” Moore told The Post on Thursday. The West Coast content creator … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. For this year’s selection of beauty and wellness gifts and goodies, all that glitters is gold — with splashes of holiday-perfect red and green rounding out the mix, bien sur. From an impossibly chic highlighter compact and perfume … Read more
Blowing out birthday candles is fun, but your spit is the icing on the cake — quite literally. Scientists say that puckering up and making a wish sends varying amounts of bacteria flying onto your birthday cake. “Until recently, there weren’t a lot of studies on this or how your spit gets aerosolized when talking,” … Read more
These candlemakers are sure to cause a stink after sharing the seasonal smells that they say are tacky and basic. Jennifer Sturgill, of Unplug Soy Candles, and Heidi Stojanovic, of Foton Candles, recently gave their two scents on fall’s most unsophisticated smells in an interview with Livingetc. “With the changing of the seasons, it’s officially … Read more
A woman has shared a now-viral video of her niece stealing the spotlight and blowing out her candles on her 25th birthday. It’s awkward and hilarious to watch, but the 25-year-old was actually really upset that the primary- schooler beat her to the big moment. The reaction online has been mixed, with some saying her niece … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Little did Rebecca Hessel Cohen know that after designing the bridesmaid dresses for her wedding in 2010, she’d go on to gain a cult-like following that worships at the altar of all things floral, feminine, and frilled. The … Read more
Carlin Glynn, a Tony Award-winning actress and singer known for her role as Brenda Baker in the 1984 hit “Sixteen Candles” and the Broadway smash “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas,” died July 13, she was 83. Glynn died of complications from dementia and cancer, according to Deadline. Her daughter, director and actress Mary Stuart … Read more
Target is recalling almost 5 million candles over laceration and burn hazards, according to a Thursday notice from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. The recall impacts some 4.9 million Threshold-branded glass jar candles sold in multiple sizes and various scents — including water mint and eucalyptus, apple blossom and breeze and warm cider and … Read more
More than half of Americans (51%) experience “scent-stalgia,” missing the comforting scents of their homes after being away for a couple of days. Interestingly, 66% of people said that they can recognize the unique scent of their own home, according to a survey of 2,000 Americans. For many, that aroma brings feelings of comfort — … Read more
A Wisconsin woman who designs “fat body candles” that feature curvy stomachs and butts was trolled for her products — but she is blowing off her haters. Jodyann Morgan, 36, owns a candle company called CTOAN, which touts body inclusivity. Morgan created the candles to keep herself busy during the COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing bodies with … Read more
Don’t blow off this warning. An Australian researcher is advising against burning scented candles, as they could pollute homes with toxic chemicals. Dr. Svetlana Stevanovic, a professor at Deakin University in Waurn Ponds, told local outlet 7NEWS that candle lovers should err on the side of caution when lighting up — the wick, that is. “Candles … Read more
Carole Cook, a Lucille Ball protégée who was also known for her role in “Sixteen Candles,” died Wednesday. She was 98. Her husband, Tom Troupe, revealed she suffered heart failure in Beverly Hills just three days before she was due to turn 99, per the Hollywood Reporter. Born Jan. 14, 1924, in Abilene, Texas, Cook’s career took off in … Read more
This TikToker just has one burning question: “What the f–k?” A woman who posts under the name @21savvyyy claims her Trader Joe’s candle burst into flames — and she got burned in the comments for committing some critical errors. In the 21-second clip, the TikToker shows the small, Christmas-themed candle ablaze on her cabinet among … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. What’s your sign? We ask because we care, we ask because it matters and most importantly, we ask so we can help you find the perfect gift. Aquarius philosopher Simone Weil maintained, “Attention is the rarest and purest … Read more
A TikToker has warned fans of television and aromatherapy not to mix the two after allegedly wrecking her TV screen with a burning candle. TikTok user @rachelgray.ok posted the video last week, which has since gained 1.5 million views. “I’ve ruined our tv fml,” she wrote in the caption — adding over the video, “Don’t … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. For the holidays, gifting something on-trend and cute can be an obstacle course of its own. What do I get for the person who has everything? What if someone else already bought fuzzy socks? Note: You can never … Read more
Smells like trouble. One academic sleuth has sniffed out a bizarre connection between bad reviews for Yankee Candles on Amazon and the next COVID surge, saying that a sudden onslaught of one-star savagings ought to be taken as a warning. Nicholas Beauchamp, an associate professor of political science at Northeastern University in Boston, found an … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. It’s time to blast all the Christmas music (even if you think it’s too early) and shop the cutest items from Anthropologie to gift this season. As commerce reporters, we’re thinking about the best gifts all year round, … Read more