The sweet smell of cinnamon fills the downstairs, but I’m not baking – at least, not this time. It’s a cinnamon scented candle from Pure Integrity Soy Candles. I love the realistic smell of the candle, and it doesn’t give me a headache. The Pure Integrity candles are made from soy wax which means that they burn without harmful petro soot. The unique 100% cotton wick set up allows for even, long burning candles with no tunneling through the wax. Yep, that means that the double wick actually allows the wax to puddle all the way to the edge of the jar. There is no black smoke as long as you keep the wicks trimmed short. (Love that!)
Pure Integrity candles have powerful fragrances, so they actually fill the room with scent. On their website, they give fragrance ratings for their candles, so you know exactly what you’re getting when you purchase one (or more) of the 70 candle scents. I chose the cinnamon scent as we need to stay away from floral type scents. We received a beautiful frosted glass 16 oz. jar. The frosted glass really gives the candle that extra touch of beauty.
I was very impressed with the pure scent of the candle and how beautifully it burned. I’m thrilled that I can have a healthier burning candle around the house as I love the relaxing, soft glow of a candle in the evening.
Would you like to win a Pure Integrity Holiday Fragrance Combo Set, which includes their 3 10 oz top selling holiday fragrances; Vanilla Almond, Pumpkin Pie and Sugared Spruce (a $44.97+ value)? One US reader will receive the holiday fragrance combo set to help warm up their home and make their home just a little more relaxing. Click below to enter via Rafflecopter.
Special thanks to Pure Integrity Soy Candles for sending me a candle to help facilitate the writing of a frank and honest review as well as sponsoring this giveaway. All opinions are my own. Your experiences may vary.
Heather,
That cinnamon scent sounds so nice. I love candles and at Christmas time… they’re even better!! Especially when the night comes so early.
Love relaxing in the tub surrounded by candles.
Merry Christmas blogging friend!
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Yes, the relaxing glow of candles on a crisp winter night is quite nice. 🙂
Candles are one of my favortie ways to add beauty to my home.
Just stopping by to wish you and yours a Merry Christmas!
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I took a walk the other day. It was cold, but so relaxing! It also relaxes me and brings me joy to reread the Christmas cards I have hanging on the wall.
This looks like a wonderful candle. Thanks for hosting the giveaway!
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I’m beginning to enjoy walks again, but realizing that I have quickly fallen out of shape. How come it’s so easy to fall out of shape, but difficult to get back in shape??? 😉
I just sent all the children, from 10-20 years old, outside to play!
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I love listening to the joyful sounds of playtime outside. 🙂
Taking time outs with the family. Go outside for a few minutes or have a movie night…
Family time and/or movie nights are wonderful! 🙂
Mmmm…love candles in my home.
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These are probably my favorite candles, so you’d really love these. 😉
This year we tried a new way to relax for the holidays. We went away to the sun and fun for a week!
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Fun and sun sounds like a great way to relax! I’m partial to mild winters. **grin**
I love candles and would love to win this. I’ve heard so much about soy candles, but I don’t have any. Candles make the house so cozy, especially on a dreary winter day. Some candles and a good book are a great way to relax. I have fun reading aloud to my girls or listening to audio books together.
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We read every evening during Advent, so now we’re all going through read out loud withdraw. I need to find some books to read together in the evenings. 😉
I always get headaches from candles which makes me so sad as I love them. I really enjoy trying a soy candle. I’ve heard so many good things about them. Thanks for hosting this giveaway!
I understand the headaches, but didn’t suffer any with these. They even have unscented if you want the beautiful, warm glow of the candle without the scent.
I LOVE candles. We have 11 in our small living room. Yep, 11. In the evening, before my husband gets home, I straighten up the kitchen and living room and then light all the candles to make it look sweeter. It makes for a lovely sanctuary after a busy/stressful day.
Wow! 11 candles! That’s a really sweet routine. I’m sure that your hubby appreciates the effort.
I should’ve made plans to relax before I got wrapped up in the craziness of holiday preparations, travel plans, staying with relatives, etc.
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I love candles at this time of the year- they warm the chilly weather and relax me during the business of the holidays! I would love to try the soy candles!
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There is definitely something relaxing about candles.
I love soy candles! They are the best.
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I’m really impressed with them. 🙂
I LOVE candles. (Can you ever have too many?) I love to relax in a tub with a few candle burning, but it doesn’t happen too often.
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I guess that depends on who you ask. My hubby would say yes. lol!
I soak in a hot bath to relax.
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I went from having little fingers under the door waiting for me to paws under the door. It makes it a little less relaxing. lol!
These sound like the perfect candles! I love to relax this time of the year by sitting by the fire with my family.
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I miss having a fireplace to relax around. It is definitely relaxing.
I love candles and have never tried a soy candle. I’ve often wondered about the difference.
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I think you’d be impressed with the difference.
I love trying new candles. These look great.
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They are definitely beautiful candles with something to fit everyone’s wants/needs.
Sugared Spruce? I love candles ~ my kiddos got me three new ones for Christmas and they all have been glowing since!
Guess the kiddos knew what you would like. 🙂
I love candles. They always help me to relax…
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And we can all use a little extra help in that department, right? 😉
I would love to try soy candles. i’ve heard great things about them.
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Relaxing? What’s that? Lol! I like to curl up with a book, AFTER making sure that all the kiddos are quietly and safely occupied. Otherwise I’m liable to get an unpleasant surprise.
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One of the most important ways we stay relaxed during the holidays is making sure we spend time together doing nothing but talking, laughing, playing games, etc. Christmas has become so stressful when it was meant to be so personal.
What a wonderful opportunity…these candles sound wonderful and what woman doesn’t love candles!!
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I was just thinking this year that I needed some new candles. These scents sound fabulous.
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I love to have candles burning in the winter months.
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Does pretending you’re not home count as a tip? 😉
Thanks for the chance!
Thank you for the chance to win! They sound like they look and smell wonderful 🙂
just got a soy candle for Christmas that I love. Candles always make me feel better.
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Not having to rush this year to pack up our Christmas decorations has helped me relax.
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I have always wanted to try these!
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To stay relaxed…I just remember the true reason for the season (so to speak)and enjoy each minute with loved ones.
Relax with a hot cup of tea 🙂
These sound wonderful!!! Staying relaxed during the holidays means just enjoying my family.
I love candles
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Don’t over-schedule and just enjoy some relaxing moments at home.
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Love these…. i relax by taking a warm bath with candles lit…
I relax during the holidays with baking 🙂
Beautiful — I find that candles and incense are a great way to add a sense of cozy and calm to any room.
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I love candles!
I think the best way to stay relaxed is to set realistic goals for youself. I always expect too much from myself and always end up so streeed out that I can’t enjoy the holidys.
take some alone time
I love to relax by turning the lights off, and having candles lit
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these sound great!
I try to spend at least 15 minutes when I get home from work just relaxing, it seems to really help when I’ve had a stressful day.
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again, Happy New year and thanks for the reviews you’ve posted
I like to just take it all in and meditate
I like relaxing & reading.
Do something you enjoy to relax like read a book or work out
Taking nice hot bubble baths is a good way to relax!!
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I always relax during my morning walk! Brisk air and the sound of birds chirping!
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Thank you for the chance to win! 🙂
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I love these candles.
Thanks for the giveaway
Honestly, I stay relaxed throughout the holidays by creating my own “spa” in my bathroom…candles, bubble bath, a book & cocoa or a glass of wine 😉
I stay relaxed by always taking out a certain chunk of time to do one thing for myself that day or week.
My tip is to take a minute to remember the true meaning of Christmas. That always helps me to relax and remember what is truely important.
I love having candles lit as much as possible, especially when they have a great scent.
My tip is to get something to drink, light a candle and set alone, in the tub or watch tv, maybe read a mag, and just relax.
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thanks for the chance to win! i LOVEEEEEEE candles, infact, that was all i asked for for christmas! lol
I love using essential oils!
I relax by taking a HOT bath at night.
Take just one day just for yourself.
enjoy some time to urself
What a great giveaway! Thanks for the opportunity.
I love to light a candle in the evening and then drink a cup of tea and read a book. It is so relaxing!
oh, i bet they smell amazing!
time to read and surf on the computer relax me along with a nice candle.
candles help me relax