Boy Smells reviews and discussion

I ordered 3 candles: Minty, Dynasty Salt, and Herbaceous. They all smell INCREDIBLE. Even before opening them, I could clearly smell them through the boxes. When I'm not burning them, I can smell them as I walk past. The glass jars are beautiful and minimal, and add a fun pop of color to my space. The candles burn evenly and I feel that I've still got a good amount left for how often I've burned them, so I'm pleased with the value. Overall I'm thrilled with these candles!

Eh? I don’t get what the hype is about this brand. First, my box arrived severely damaged (a big hole in the side) so the boxes the candles were in were also a bit beat up, which would not look great if I were giving them as a gift. The vanilla smells good, but the “red hot” smells anything but how I expected it to. It’s a very feminine floral scent and not something I would want at home. Personally, I’d skip Boy Smells and just go on over to home goods and buy a random candle.

[Red Hot Eau de Parfum] I tested Red Hot Eau de Parfum and found it leans noticeably feminine on my skin. The scent feels familiar—there’s a classic, almost throwback quality I can’t quite pinpoint—which some people will appreciate. It doesn’t smell synthetic or harsh; the quality seems solid. That said, it’s not a profile I’d personally wear. If you enjoy softer, traditionally feminine fragrances with a recognizable aura, this could work for you. For me, it’s more of a pass based on taste rather than performance. [Citrush Body Mist] Citrush opens bright and clean, but it reads quite feminine overall. The vibe is familiar and actually reminds me of a Paris Hilton men’s fragrance from years back—similar DNA, just lighter as a mist. Nothing about it smells “cheap” or overly synthetic; the blend feels well made. Even so, it isn’t in my personal wheelhouse. If you like airy, citrus-forward scents with a distinctly feminine tone, you may enjoy it. I’d skip it for myself, strictly because of preference, not quality.

I've purchased Boy Smells candles in the past and never had a problem with delivery. but for these three, i did not get any tracking notifications and when I asked about it, seems like the 3rd party shipper must have lost them in shipping. I was provided a new shipment quickly after but a little annoyed that I had to say something in the first place. Otherwise, these candles and branding are always top notch and appealing. Definitely makes a great gift and makes the home smell so nice while looking elegant.

I purchased three candles from Boy Smells and have been enjoying them for quite a while! I got two in Hard Wood and one in Citricrush. Boy Smells does a great job describing their scents on their website, so I’ll leave that part in their hands. The candles last quite a while and the scents are really nice. I appreciate the information they included about good burns too and have found it helpful in keeping the candles nice. I wish they were a bit stronger in scent but also live in a very open floor plan apace. The candles also arrived quickly and were packaged well. I’m very excited to try more from Boy Smells!

Boy Smells Kush is absolutely amazing — the perfect balance of herbal, earthy, and slightly smoky notes with a subtle hint of suede and musk. It’s moody, sophisticated, and unlike any other candle I’ve tried. The scent is complex and long-lasting, creating a cozy yet edgy vibe that makes my space feel unique and inviting. A total must-have for anyone who loves unconventional, gender-neutral fragrances that really make a statement. Soo good!

Mmmmm! I’ve always wanted to smell these candles and this does not disappoint! I really love the strength of the scent & the branding is spot on as well. Can’t wait to try them all! So far so good! Really yummy!

One of my favorite candles! This candle has great throw and smells like grapefruit. I got this candle when they had just brought back this scent temporarily and I hope they bring it back again because I'd love to get another!

I appreciate that my order was packed in all paper, but my items did not feel very secure in the packaging. With such beautiful branding and package design, I think they could put a little more effort into the presentation. The item packaging was a little damage and my candle looked like it's been through some stuff. That said, I love the smell and everything I purchased from Boy Smells has a really unique and deep smell.

I love pretty much every single scent that they make. They have great throw, I love the names, and the candles always make the mood. I’ve been a fan for years and will continue to hype them! The collabs are different and well worth it.

I probably should have bought the exploratory set to sample everything, but instead I grabbed a few travel sprays and went all-in on one full size—because why not? Peachy Oudy (1.7 fl oz):
I’m a big fan of anything peach, but oddly enough I’ve never worn a peach scent before—just home fragrances. I took a leap and bought the full size without sampling because the peach + oud combo had me curious, and I was really hoping it wouldn’t go too sweet on me. First impression: peachy and sweet right out of the gate, then it lightened up nicely. I was hoping for a bit more oud, but scents do tend to turn sweeter on my skin. That said, it’s long-lasting and makes me happy. I bought this one specifically to brighten up the winter months, and it totally does that. A very cheerful scent. Cowboy Kush (travel spray):
Love this scent for fall. It’s rich, warm, and definitely leans masculine in the best way. Cozy but bold. I already know I need this in candle form too. Hinoki Fantôme (travel spray):
Winner. This one really stands out—smoky, unique, and beautifully balanced. I’m a sucker for cardamom in scents, and this totally delivers. My next purchase will absolutely be the 1.7 fl oz and the candle. Violet Ends (travel spray):
I had to try this purely because of the name—I’m biased since Violet is my Mom’s name and I tend to buy anything with “Violet” on it. But wow, this one surprised me. It’s fresh, uplifting, and feels perfect for spring. I’ll definitely be repurchasing this one. Overall, I’m really impressed with Boy Smells’ fragrances—unique, well made, and fun to explore. This definitely won’t be my last order.

I really like the branding and packaging for the candles. I also love the candle vessel itself. It looks really luxurious and expensive and very simple. I really like the lavender smelling candle. I also got the Hinoki fantome candle, but it smells a lot different than I remember, smelling in stores.

I purchased the Kush and Cowboy Kush candles from Boy Smells, and I absolutely fell in love with both. They each have such a unique scent profile unlike anything I’ve smelled before. Kush has a sweet, fresh aroma that feels light and uplifting, while Cowboy Kush leans warm, earthy, and a bit sexier. Both burn beautifully and add such a distinct vibe to any room. Since then I've purchased a few more. Broken Rosary is another one of my favorite. Highly recommend!

I bought Boy Smell’s broken rosary, hinoki fantome holiday one, and the violet ends candles. I got them in the build your own trio thing, which applies a 20% off, which was nice as they are pricier candles. This was my first time trying them, and I’ve heard the candles have gone under reformulation, so I’m unsure how they are compared to the old formulation, but the hinoki fantome had a strong, smoky wood scent, while the broken rosary and violet ends candles are much lighter smell wise, and also contain a smoky element. I do like the pairing of more feminine, floral scents with a smokiness that the rosary and violet ends candles have, not sure if I will be rebuying these candles due to the price point, I’m not into candles enough to justify buying luxury candles.

Hinoki doesn’t smell as woody as I would like but many people compliment this scent. It is often compared to a christmasy scent so it works well in the fall or if you are leaning towards a more “masculine” scent

The Boy Smells candles and fragrance did not disappoint in their unique scent offerings and aesthetic packaging! That said, I didn’t find the that scents “lingered” long enough to be enjoyed in either product. The candle’s smell was faint and the fragrance mist had a life of a few hours. For the price point I would want a bit more lasting power, imo, but I think they’d make great gifts, as well as work well for smaller spaces. I also appreciate that you get a coupon toward a full sized fragrance if you purchase a sampler set first.

Got the LES peach blossom candle. Smell is on point, sweet and floral. The packaging is so chic and cute too. Want to try to banana pudding scent!

I have tried the Kush collection of the candles. They are somewhere between good and great. I would like to try the colognes, but will not commit to a full size bottle

Obsessed with ALL the boy smells candles. They're made with beeswax (and coconut) which is so hard to find - soy wax is much more common and not as sustainable. Kush, Hinoki Fantome, Rosalita, Ambrosia, Figurare... I can't pick a favorite.

Honestly, Boy Smells is my love language. It's the only brand I'd buy a candle from online without smelling it first, that's how much I trust them– and it's worked out so far. Their branding is elevated, yet still young and cool. The brand has built a really inclusive universe which they call 'genderful.' My all-time favorite is Cowboy Kush followed by Park Life (Ganni collaboration), Slow Burn (Kacey Musgraves collaboration), and LES. No one has ever been upset to receive a Boy Smells candle from me. FACT.