Boy Smells reviews and discussion

4.4

90% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Distinctive, complex fragrance profiles
  • Chic, giftable minimalist packaging
  • Impressive scent throw performance
  • Long, even candle burn duration
  • Inconsistent burn quality tunneling
  • Occasional sooty, smoky extinguish
  • Variable scent strength projection
  • Rare vessel and label defects

Boy Smells earns largely positive reviews for richly unique, room‑filling scents—standouts include Hinoki Fantôme, Cashmere Kush, Cowboy Kush, Cedar Stack, LES, and Slow Burn—and sleek, giftable packaging. Reviews also flag inconsistencies: tunneling and uneven burns, occasional weak throw or over‑potent scents depending on fragrance, sooting/smoky snuff‑outs, rare vessel defects, and mixed longevity in perfumes, making scent selection and burn care essential.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

729 reviews and posts

  • doesn't stand out to me anymore as a candle connoisseur! Design is a bit bland and I'd rather go for something more quality in terms of candle performance, or more fun in design & smell profile.

  • I received the mini holiday pack and the candles smell great and last a long time! Super cute packaging and great scents to pick from.

  • Love theses candles. The savent is not to strong. Love using them in a spa day. Would buy again.

  • Love the wide range of scents they have, and the prices are pretty decent. Plus, it's awesome to back a queer-owned business!

  • Way too fragrant. I wish they would have a more natural scent option. Cool branding.

  • Nice smelling candle, but almost a little too strong for me. Pretty pricey for the product.

  • Favorite candle company by far. Kush is to die for. It is more expensive then I would ideally spend for a candle though.

  • I love the BoySmells candles and have tried several different scents (currently I have Gardener and I also love Poly-amberous). The candles have good longevity and throw, but I do think they’re quite expensive for the size. I haven’t purchased their perfume, but I love the focus on making scent a gender neutral experience.

  • I’ve eyed this product for a long time. It’s a nice smell almost too light, not strong enough to fill an open space. The wick is off center so I’ve burned through only half of the candle. That’s a huge bummer and worth knocking off stars. It’s a very expensive candle for a light scent and off centered wick.

  • I'm a huge fan of Boy Smells candles, which make a great gift to others or for yourself! Love the signature pink packaging, and always get a ton of compliments on the scent.

  • I have the Kush (paying homage to the cannabis flower) candle which smells warm, fresh, and floral without being overpowering. Love the sleek design too!

  • The candles smell amazing! I have also purchased a few fragrances as well when the packaging is great quality. I loved the Kacey Musgraves collab! I have purchased for family as gifts.

  • The LES candle is my favorite! These candles feel luxurious and elevated, I can't get enough. I love to give them as gifts too since they are so aesthetically pleasing

  • I’ve only tried one candle and I love it. I just wish they used wood wicks instead.

  • I love the luxe look of these candles and the scents I've gotten so far are very pleasant.

  • Pretty and on-point packaging, funny product names and great smells!