As summer is now underway, candle enthusiasts are looking for new scents to match the season. Trending scented candles change with the seasons, so now is the perfect time to plan new scents for your candle business. Keep reading as we explore 8 candle scents that are set to trend this summer season.
1. Orange
Orange is a classic summer candle scent that is bright, citrusy, and energizing. It creates a cheerful and uplifting ambiance that’s perfect for the season. This summer, consider mixing the orange fragrance with grapefruit or lemon to create a zesty and invigorating summer candle.
2. Coconut
Coconut is a tropical and creamy fragrance that’s perfect for customers who love beach-themed and tropical scents. Consider creating a piña colada-inspired scented candle by blending coconut fragrance with vanilla or pineapple. The resulting blend is a sweet, fruity, and tropical aroma that wins over customers in the summer season.
3. Pineapple
Like coconut, pineapple is a tropical fruit scent that’s a great choice for summer candles. The pineapple fragrance is sweet, sharp, and bright. The scent can certainly stand on its own, though candlemakers have blended other fragrances to distinguish themselves. For a summery candle scent, consider mixing pineapple with lime or mango to create a refreshing fragrance. The scent of pineapple also mixes well with ginger, creating an especially tart-scented candle.
4. Basil
Basil is a fresh, herbaceous, and slightly spicy fragrance that attracts customers who prefer earthy candle scents. To add more complexity to basil-scented candles, include citrus scents like lemon or grapefruit. The sharpness of these citrus fragrances complements basil well. Alternatively, many candlemakers choose to mix basil scents with fragrances from other herbs, including mint and thyme.
5. Sea Salt
Sea salt is a fresh and airy scent that’s reminiscent of the beach. It promotes a calm, relaxing ambiance that speaks to the vacation-going nature of the summer season. Many candlemakers strive for an “ocean breeze” theme with their scent blends, mixing sea salt fragrance with other aquatic scents. Alternatively, your candle business may consider mixing the sea salt scent with fragrances like coconut or jasmine to create a more layered scented candle.
6. Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus is a refreshing and invigorating scent that customers often associate with spas. The fragrance appeals to candle customers who prioritize relaxation and maintaining a peaceful ambiance in their homes. Thus, many candle brands apply packaging designs that enhance the calming effects of the eucalyptus candle scent. For this candle scent in particular, using green leaf designs over white candle containers or glass jars is a common approach.
This summer, consider mixing the eucalyptus fragrance with mint or lavender for your scented candle. A eucalyptus-mint scent mix has a cool and minty aroma that’s great for customers who want an uplifting candle. Alternatively, a eucalyptus-lavender blend has a delicate and floral aroma that’s perfect for relaxation.
7. Mint
Mint is a cool and refreshing scent that many candle consumers enjoy. The fragrance of mint is versatile, as candle makers successfully blend mint with other fragrances to create attractive summer scents.
Citrus and mint are a great pairing; consider mixing the mint fragrance with scents like lemon or grapefruit. Alternatively, mint also pairs well with other herbs like basil or thyme. For a more mild summer fragrance, mix mint with vanilla or lavender for this season’s scented candles.
8. Honeysuckle
Honeysuckle is a sweet and floral scent that’s perfect for customers who prefer feminine or romantic scents. Create a floral and slightly spicy scent this summer by mixing the honeysuckle fragrance with jasmine or rose. These combinations make for a luxurious candle aroma. While honeysuckle and jasmine combine to make a dreamy and modern fragrance, rose and honeysuckle are a timeless combination that evokes nostalgia.
Summer Candle Containers
In the candle industry, product packaging is key to attracting customers. The first thing that customers notice about a candle is its design. Well-designed packaging catches the attention of potential customers and encourages them to pick up the candle and learn more about it.
To find the top choices for candle packaging this summer, refer to the table below:
| NAME | CAPACITY | IMAGE |
| Calypso Glass Candle Jar with Airtight Glass Lid | 4 oz. |  |
| Heavy Glass Container | 8.5 oz. |  |
| Calypso Wide Mouth Glass Candle Jar with Airtight Glass Lid | 13 oz. |  |
| Lexington Round Glass Container | 16 oz. |  |
| Lexington Cube Glass Container | 16 oz. |  |
Conclusion
As the summer season continues, customers will look for candles that capture the essence of the season. These eight trending candle scents create a bright and cheerful ambiance that will elevate any summer evening. Get ready to experiment with scent blends, and fill the stores with these fresh, vibrant, and energizing fragrances.
For more resources to propel your candle business, read Glassnow’s 5 pro tips for fragrance packaging.
