The Fragrance GuysThe UK guide to independent home fragrance

A new guide is taking shape

A good scent is worth finding.

Discover candles, reed diffusers, wax melts and room sprays from independent UK makers.

We’re building a guide to help you explore by scent and find something you love, whether for your own home or as a thoughtful gift.

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The full website is coming soon.

Candles, a reed diffuser and a wax melt burner on a table beside a gift wrapped in brown paper and twine

What’s coming

Made for curious noses
01

Makers worth knowing

A directory of independent UK makers, with their own websites and the details that help you decide where to look next.

02

Follow your nose

Eight scent families, from Floral to Woody. Start with a mood you like and explore makers who work with it.

03

A little help choosing

Gift guides and practical notes on home fragrance, with clear labels for maker information, checked facts and anything we’ve tested.

  • FloralA garden in June
  • CitrusWindows wide open
  • HerbalGreenhouse door left open
  • CoastalSea air, salt hair
  • WoodyBoots by the fire
  • GourmandCake cooling on the rack
  • SpicyKitchen warm with winter spice
  • CleanSheets out on the line

Make home fragrance?

Tell us about your brand.

We’d like to hear from independent UK makers of candles, diffusers, wax melts and room sprays. Share your details so we can review your business for the directory.

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