I was new to the candle shopping scene when I first encountered Bask Hour at the very first Anime Ottawa back in 2024. And boy am I glad I did, because they really opened my eyes to a whole new world of candle shopping. Their candles are a cut above the rest—not only are they all-natural and soot-free, with a lovely mood-setting crackle from the bamboo wick (a selling point at their booth!), but they have an absolute gift for really capturing the scent of something in a candle. When I was a newbie candle shopper, I’d buy any candle that smells good; now, as a veteran, I shop exclusively from Bask Hour, and I’ve even set aside a designated “candle time” in the evening for one of their candles. Their candles are top-notch, and they have something for everyone!
My Top 5 Bask Hour scents are:
Cozy Cream: I saw this scent recommended by the reviews on the website, and I’m so happy I gave it a try! It’s a lovely combination of fresh, sweet, and even a little sensual. Plus the name itself is adorable.
Cereal: A classic favourite, which really captured the smell of a bowl of fruit loops. Lighting one up in summer takes me back to childhood summer vacations, eating bowls of cereal while watching cartoons.
Jasmine: Another classic. I love floral scents as much as food scents, and the sweet jasmine scent is one of my favourites. I can even smell the subtle honey notes. To me, Jasmine just screams “spring”.
Henny: This one was a surprise, given my preference for food and florals, but it won me over at first sniff. Its masculine and sensual scent awakens a more romantic mood.
Apple Pie: My absolute favourite seasonal scent, and another candle that really captures the scent of an apple pie baking in the oven… right down to the crust! To me, Apple Pie really encapsulates what I love most about autumn.