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

  • my favorite brand of candles!! they smell so luxe and they’ve become my favorite little treat to splurge on.

  • Read reviews online and decided to get these as a bday gift for a guy friend that claims doesn’t “do candles.” Almost kept them for myself. Usually men cologne or smells make my stomach hurt idk why. But these are so light and sweet smelling. I would say it’s boy and girl smell. Friend gave it a 10 out of 10. Now leaves one lit in the bathroom as he should. :)

  • Long burning and has great throw. Wish it came with a lid to keep the dust out.

  • Some of my all-time favorite candles! Worth every penny. My favorites are Cedar Stack, Hinoki Fantome, and Petal.

  • I was intrigued by Boy Smells' description and mission for a while before I made a purchase. I eventually purchased the trial pack of perfumes. Unfortunately, despite trying them each over multiple days, I found that the scents ranged from somewhat strong to very strong and all were too "perfume-y" for my taste. Based on the descriptions, I was hoping for something much fresher.

  • The boy smells candles smell amazing and luxurious. I wish they had a slightly lower price point, but all in all have loved my candle purchases!

  • I have purchased the Cedar Stack and the LES candle from this brand and while I love the scent of the Cedar Stack the LES candle I didn't like at all, like I couldn't be in the same room with it burning. So definitely 3 stars because of the inconsistency of the scents for me, but overall would check out more of their candles and would purchase Cedar Stack again.

  • Ahhh I wish I could share the smell through this review. I loved the Les scent, as it’s peach, rose, bergamot, & vanilla scents. They candle lasted for a month with me burning it a few times through the week for about an hour.

  • Boys Smell candles are pure ambiance in a jar! With unique, captivating scents and sleek aesthetics, they elevate any space. The perfect way to set the mood and add a touch of personality to your surroundings. Light up your life! 🕯️✨

  • I love the product from Boy Smells, scents from places like Bath & Body Works give me a headache, not with Boy Smells. The brand offers simple scents for simple customers looking for a simple candle. You can be looking for something more sweet or more musky, either way they have your back. The scents are also branded to be advertised for all genders and identities. Love the mission statement

  • So many scents to choose from! I wish the candle vessel was a bit more varied, but I love the smells.

  • Cute packaging, I used the cold brew I cream and I can’t say it did anything for me.

  • The scents are gorgeous as is the packaging. Price point is right in the sweet spot of being a little luxury but not being so expensive that you feel bad about using it.

  • It’s like when you go to a hot girl boutique and think damn what’s that smell. It’s always this. All the flavors is good but hinoki is the one no cap.

  • Of course I have Boy Smells, I live in NYC. I don’t think I would have it if I moved back to Philly. Maybe. Affordable, all smells are on point. Great pink label on black. It’s my go to when I’m out or for a gift to someone in the suburbs.

  • i LOVE the Woodphoria perfume so much ! it's a sophisticated coconut scent. would love to try their candles in the future.