{"id":1849637,"date":"2023-02-06T08:09:16","date_gmt":"2023-02-06T13:09:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?p=1849637"},"modified":"2025-04-04T07:55:51","modified_gmt":"2025-04-04T12:55:51","slug":"candle-warmer-lamp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/candle-warmer-lamp\/","title":{"rendered":"We Tried the Internet’s Favorite Candle Warmer Lamp\u2014Here\u2019s Our Review"},"content":{"rendered":"I'm a candle girlie through and through. You'll find me burning popular scents in every room of my apartment throughout the year. And I know I'm not alone; according to SE Carter, founder of Chaos Candle Company<\/a>, \"Candles can have a calming effect on the mind and create a sense of relaxation in spaces.\"\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nBut because I burn them all day, every day, they don't last long. When I discovered the candle warmer lamp<\/a> on social media, it seemed like the answer to my prayers. Not only are they beautiful home decor accents, but they're also a safer and longer-lasting way to enjoy candles. After seeing viral video after viral video of the candle warmer lamp, I had to put it to the test.\r\n\r\n[SINGLE_AFFILIATE_PRODUCT superlative=\"We Tried It\" product_name=\"Candle Warmer Lamp\" short_description=\"A heating bulb thoroughly melts wax and distributes the candle's scent.\" image=\"2083851\" image_credit=\"VIA MERCHANT\" pr_name=\"Amazon\" pr_url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Compatible-Candles-Vintage-Electric-Dimmable\/dp\/B09TXMB537?tag=tohmke-20\" pr_display_text=\"Shop on Amazon\" \/]\r\n

What is a candle warmer lamp?<\/h2>\r\n[dam-video dam-id=\"53157\" type_of_player=\"jw\" \/]\r\n\r\nIt's the cutest candle accessory<\/a>\u00a0we've ever seen! A\u00a0candle warmer lamp<\/a> is just like a regular lamp, except the bulb distributes heat to thoroughly melt the wax.\r\n\r\nThis offers an alternative to lighting a candle directly, which comes with downsides. \"When you light a wick, the flame heat is on the wick, creating a melted pool to diffuse the scent...this often leads to tunneling where the wax melts faster because the wick is shortened,\" explains candlemaker SE Carter.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\"A candle warmer lamp has low-wattage to melt the wax evenly. The wax becomes liquid, releasing the scent,\" she says. \"The structure remains intact, and since the wax isn\u2019t burned, it can last longer.\"<\/span>\r\n\r\nCandle warmers come in a variety of lampshade styles, but what sets them apart is that they come with a candle stand and the shade hovers precisely over it. The bulb thoroughly melts wax from top to bottom, creating a perfect environment for enjoying your favorite candle scents.\r\n\r\nThis discovery made me wonder, are scented candles toxic<\/a>? The short answer is not really. Studies show burning a candle doesn't produce an unsafe amount of potentially harmful chemicals. Still, I was intrigued by the fact that candle warmer lamps preserve candles.\r\n

Why are candle warmer lamps trending?<\/h2>\r\nThe tag #CandleWarmer<\/a> has racked up over 105 million views on TikTok\u2014and we can see why. People love that it's a safer alternative to burning candles. No flames plus no potentially harmful fumes equals overall better air quality. Combine that with the fact that it actually helps preserve candles, along with its gorgeous design, and it's clear why candle warmer lamps have won the internet's heart.\r\n

How We Tested the Viral Candle Warmer Lamp<\/h2>\r\n\"Candle\r\n\r\nMy candle warmer arrived in January 2023. I carefully unboxed it and removed the Styrofoam encasing. Much to my delight, it came with not one, but two light bulbs. The glass lampshade looked just as stunning in person as it did on social media. I cleared a spot on my nightstand, plugged it in and grabbed a fresh candle from my collection.\r\n\r\nThe candle I initially tested the lamp with was quite tall, so I was immediately worried it wouldn't fit on the stand. Luckily, it did, leaving just enough room between the lampshade and the rim of the candle. The cherry on top is the lamp's dimmable light switch. I turned it to the middle brightness setting and let it work its magic.\r\n\r\nAfter an hour, I returned to the bedroom to check if A) the wax had melted or B) the scent was noticeable. Immediately upon walking into the room, it was filled with a caramel-y aroma from the pumpkin spice candle. And the wax turned to liquid. Success! The cozy glow from the candle inside the dark room was gorgeous. I never took the time to buy lamps for my nightstands, so it was the perfect ambient addition to my decor.\r\n\r\nHonestly, I was shocked to discover the wax had actually melted. I imagined it would release the candle's aroma just like a flame would, but I didn't expect the wax to turn to liquid. Since my initial test, I've moved the candle warmer from my nightstand to a cozy nook next to my favorite cookbooks<\/a> on my kitchen counter. I leave it on while working from home and as I unwind in the evening. Lighting is everything<\/em> when it comes to creating cozy spaces, and my candle warmer lamp is just the trick.\r\n\r\nI'm consistently impressed with this candle warmer lamp's quality as I've never had to change the light bulb, which says a lot considering it practically works a 9-5 every day (there's hardly a moment in the day when it's not melting a candle!)\r\n\r\nFun fact: I've also discovered the lamp is a pro at softening a stick of butter when need be.\r\n

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