The Overlook Candle
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Smells Like:Winter Air, Fresh Cedar, Cardamom & a Hint of Bourbon
Inspired By:The Shining
The Overlook makes for a haunting scent.
Inspired by a certain snowbound resort hotel, The Overlook captures the eerie stillness of isolation.
Its crisp blend of winter air, fresh cedar, warm cardamom, and a whisper of bourbon feels both inviting and ominous.
It carries the mood of luxury with something unsettling just beneath the surface.
The Overlook Experience
Hand-poured with a natural coconut wax blend, this candle is made with phthalate-free fragrance oils.
The Overlook brings the eerie calm of a mountain lodge straight to your space.
It suits cold nights, quiet rooms, and long corridors. It also fits fans of psychological horror.
The scent opens with a cool, airy feel. Then the cedar adds a grounded wood note.
Cardamom brings gentle warmth, while bourbon adds a soft, lingering edge.
Together, these notes create a layered atmosphere that feels crisp, dark, and memorable.
This candle is easy to enjoy during evenings at home, while reading, or while setting a moody scene.
Its natural coconut wax blend supports a clean, even burn for your space.
Phthalate-free fragrance oils help keep the experience thoughtful and well-crafted.
If you want a scent that feels calm, cold, and quietly unnerving, The Overlook delivers that mood.
It is a fitting choice for anyone drawn to winter air, cedar, spice, and horror-inspired atmosphere.
Please note: All scents are our creations, each inspired by different aspects of horror. Some will smell wickedly wonderful, while others may smell appallingly atrocious. It all depends on your nose. Choose wisely.
Ingredients & Materials
Ingredients & Materials
Hauntingly handmade with:
- Sustainable coconut wax blend (beeswax added in summer).
- Lead/zinc-free cotton or wood wicks.
- Phthalate-free fragrance oils.
- Frosted, colored, clear glass jars, or black aluminum tins.
- Metal or wood lids.
- Eggshell matte paper label with a handcrafted design.
Cured for at least 24 hours before shipping.
Care & Safety
Care & Safety
Warning! To prevent fire or injury:
- Always burn candles within sight.
- Trim wick to 1/4” before each use.
- Place on a stable, fire-resistant surface, away from drafts and flammable objects.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
- Do not burn for more than 4 hours.
Disclaimer
Disclaimer
Our products are inspired by horror films, literature, and pop culture but are not affiliated with or endorsed by any specific creators, studios, or intellectual property owners.
Frightfully Sustainable
At The Smell of Fear, we believe even the darkest creations can be eco-friendly. Our candles are designed with sustainability in mind, so you can enjoy them while caring for the planet.
