# Wax melts and wax melt burners > Put a snap bar, such as Belle, into a tealight or electric burner, or use a ceramic black cat or skull wax warmer, to scent your room. - Published by Holistic Tree: 2026-10-23; last reviewed 2026-10-23 - URL: https://holistictree.co.uk/guides/wax-melts ## Key points - New to wax melts? Try a 50 g snap bar, which has five segments, so you can break off a few at a time. - Scent lovers: Alpine Escape and Belle give about 12-15 hours of fragrance each, with Alpine Escape for fresh fans and Belle for floral lovers. - Check your burner first: Freshables, Lemon Fresh and Scottish Coast are for tealight and electric wax burners, so match the bar to your burner. - Want a gift that looks special? The Weathered Skull wax warmer comes with a tealight, and suits gothic decor fans. - Over £60 we pay the first £6 of delivery on most orders, so one ordinary parcel travels free. ## How did we choose these picks? We hand-picked every gift in this guide from the range we stock. For each one, we asked who it suits and what it does, so you can match a scent or burner to the person you are shopping for. We also aimed for a mix of kinds and budgets. You will find wax melt snap bars in fresh, floral, sweet and tropical scents, plus oil and wax burners in cosy, witchy and spooky styles. Whatever your home or taste, there is a place to start. Want to see more? Browse everything in our [Candles](/candles) range, or try [Essential Oils & Diffusers](/essential-oils-and-diffusers) and [Gift Sets](/gift-sets). ## What are the best wax melts to give as a gift? The best wax melts to give as a gift are these five 50 g snap bars, each with five segments and about 12-15 hours of fragrance. They all suit tealight and electric wax burners, and they range from fresh citrus to soft florals and sea air. ### [Alpine Escape Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/alpine-escape-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) Great for a new home, this is a bright, fresh bar. Alpine Escape mixes lemon, tea tree, lime and eucalyptus over a fresh pine base, so the room smells clean and crisp. The bar has five segments and gives about 12-15 hours of fragrance in a tealight or electric wax burner. It's a lovely housewarming gift for someone who likes fresh scents that fill the whole room. Pop it in with a burner and they're ready to go. *Best for: New homes and fresh scent fans.* ### [Belle Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/belle-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) Something new for their routine could be this soft, floral bar. Belle is hand-poured and blends iris, jasmine and orange blossom with rich patchouli, finishing sweet and soft. Each 50 g bar has five segments, so you can melt just what you need in a tealight or electric wax burner. Expect about 12-15 hours of fragrance per bar. Choose it for a friend who loves floral scents and wants a gentle change from their usual. *Best for: Floral scent lovers wanting a change.* ### [Freshables Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/freshables-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) Made to be noticed, Freshables opens with orange, peach and green apple before settling into jasmine, rose and neroli. It's a fruity floral bar, 50 g across five segments, and the scent lasts about 12-15 hours in a tealight or electric wax burner. Collectors will enjoy trying it alongside other scents. It suits a wax melt collector who likes a fruity floral scent with plenty of character. *Best for: Wax melt collectors who love florals.* ### [Lemon Fresh Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/lemon-fresh-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) Practical and pretty, this lemon bar is from the Odouraze range, which uses odour-neutralising technology. The scent is sweet and tart, like ripened lemons with crisp notes and a soft sugary finish. It has five segments and gives about 12-15 hours of fragrance in a tealight or electric wax burner. It's a sensible pick for a busy household that still wants a bright, cheerful smell around the home. *Best for: Busy households who love lemon.* ### [Scottish Coast Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/scottish-coast-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) Ideal as a Secret Santa gift, this coastal bar brings the sea indoors. Scottish Coast blends crisp marine notes and sparkling citrus, with muguet and cyclamen on a base of sun-bleached driftwood. It's a 50 g bar with five segments, giving about 12-15 hours of fragrance in a tealight or electric wax burner. Pick it for anyone who loves sea air and wants their home to feel like a day by the water. *Best for: Sea breeze lovers and coastal fans.* - [Alpine Escape Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/alpine-escape-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers): £4.49 - [Belle Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/belle-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers): £4.49 - [Freshables Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/freshables-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers): £4.49 - [Lemon Fresh Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/lemon-fresh-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers): £4.49 - [Scottish Coast Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/scottish-coast-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers): £4.49 ## Which oil burners suit a cosy, everyday home? Good oil burners for a cosy, everyday home are easy to place on a shelf. These gifts run from small carved soapstone pieces to a ceramic dish with two compartments, so there is a style for most rooms. Each one is made for essential oils or wax melts. ### [Elephant Soapstone Oil Burner 10 x 7.5 cm](/products/square-soapstone-oil-burner-10x7-elephant) (£13.99) Hand-picked for them, this square soapstone burner measures 10 x 7.5 cm and is carved with elephants on all four sides, so it looks good from any angle. Soapstone is a natural stone with earthy tones, and its sturdy legs keep it steady on a shelf. It works with essential oils or wax melts, which makes it a simple, lovely choice for anyone who enjoys home fragrance and wants a piece for the living room or bedroom. *Best for: Elephant lovers and scent fans.* ### [Elephant Soapstone Oil Burner 11 x 9 cm](/products/triangle-soapstone-oil-burner-11x9cm-elephant) (£22.49) A stylish upgrade to an everyday thing: this triangle-shaped soapstone burner measures 11 x 9 cm and is carved with elephants. Its natural earthy tones mean each piece is unique, so no two look exactly the same. It is made for essential oils or wax melts, and it suits essential oil fans who like a shape that stands out on a windowsill or mantelpiece. *Best for: Fans of everyday style.* ### [Soapstone Oil Burner 8 cm, Om and Elephant](/products/coloured-soapstone-oil-burner-om-elephant) (£8.99) Something a little different: this small soapstone burner is 8 cm tall and carved with the Om symbol and an elephant. It is coloured in deep red and green, which gives it a rich look that sets it apart. Made for essential oils or wax melts, it suits spiritual friends and lovers of carved stone. It would make a warm, personal gift for a friend who appreciates thoughtful detail. *Best for: Spiritual friends and carved-stone fans.* ### [Yin Yang Dual Oil Burner and Wax Warmer](/products/yin-yang-dual-oil-burner-and-wax-warmer) (£8.49) Fun to give and useful every day: this ceramic burner and wax warmer has a split yin and yang dish with two compartments, so you can mix scents. Boxed, it measures 13 cm tall, 12.5 cm wide and 12.5 cm deep, and it weighs 532 g, so it has a solid presence on a table. It comes in a colour cardboard box. Use only diluted essential oils or wax melts, and never to eat, drink or put on skin. *Best for: Fragrance fans who like to mix.* ### [Black Cat Oil Burner](/products/black-cat-oil-burner) (£9.49) Sweet, simple and personal: this ceramic black cat burner is 11 cm tall, 9 cm wide and 8 cm deep, and weighs 260 g. It is made for fragrance oil or wax melts and comes in a brown cardboard box. It suits cat lovers, witchy friends and new homeowners, and it makes a playful housewarming present for someone starting out in their first home. *Best for: Cat lovers and new homeowners.* - [Elephant Soapstone Oil Burner 10 x 7.5 cm](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/square-soapstone-oil-burner-10x7-elephant): £13.99 - [Elephant Soapstone Oil Burner 11 x 9 cm](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/triangle-soapstone-oil-burner-11x9cm-elephant): £22.49 - [Soapstone Oil Burner 8 cm, Om and Elephant](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/coloured-soapstone-oil-burner-om-elephant): £8.99 - [Yin Yang Dual Oil Burner and Wax Warmer](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/yin-yang-dual-oil-burner-and-wax-warmer): £8.49 - [Black Cat Oil Burner](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/black-cat-oil-burner): £9.49 ## Which sweet and tropical wax melts should I choose? For a sweet or tropical scent, pick the bar that matches your favourite flavour. Each of these three wax melts is a 50 g snap bar with five segments, and each gives about 12-15 hours of fragrance in a tealight or electric wax burner. ### [Brazilian Boom Boom Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/brazilian-boom-boom-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) A little luxury for them, this snap bar suits anyone who loves fruity, cosy scents. It blends juicy apple, lemon, coconut and peach with delicate florals, then settles into vanilla, sugar, musk and warm woods. The five segments let you break off what you need. It is a warm, welcoming choice for a housewarming, and it fits both tealight and electric wax burners. *Best for: Fruity scent fans and housewarmings.* ### [Pink Shores Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/pink-shores-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) For anyone who collects wax melts, Pink Shores brings a bright, tropical mix. Citrus and creamy coconut meet jasmine and a warm touch of spicy vanilla, with a fresh air note running through. Each 50 g bar has five segments and gives about 12-15 hours of fragrance in a tealight or electric wax burner. The box also includes a plastic insert and barcode label. It is a sunny pick for holiday daydreamers who want a little sunshine indoors. *Best for: Coconut scent fans and daydreamers.* ### [Pistachio Sundae Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/pistachio-sundae-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) Something a little different, this bar smells like pistachio and hazelnut gelato. Bergamot, spiced rum, soft florals, sun-ripened fruits and whipped cream sit alongside sandalwood and confectionery notes. Like the others, it is a 50 g snap bar with five segments and gives about 12-15 hours of fragrance in a tealight or electric wax burner. The box holds a plastic insert and barcode label. It suits dessert scent lovers and pistachio fans who enjoy a rich, sweet scent at home. *Best for: Dessert scent lovers.* - [Brazilian Boom Boom Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/brazilian-boom-boom-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers): £4.49 - [Pink Shores Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/pink-shores-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers): £4.49 - [Pistachio Sundae Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/pistachio-sundae-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers): £4.49 ## Which skull and gothic burners suit a spooky home? Three ceramic burners suit a spooky home well. Each one is a spooky centrepiece that also warms fragrance oil or wax melts. Together they cover Christmas ghosts, a Christmas tree, and a realistic skull. ### [Creepy Christmas Tree Oil Burner](/products/creepy-christmas-tree-oil-burner-and-wax-warmer) (£9.49) Made to be noticed, this ceramic oil burner and wax warmer is shaped like a Christmas tree, with creepy candy canes, skulls and bows. It works with fragrance oils or wax melts, so you can switch scents as the season goes on. It weighs 335 g and comes in a colour cardboard box. It suits gothic Christmas fans who want festive decor with an edge, and anyone who loves a spooky twist on the holidays. *Best for: Gothic Christmas decorators.* ### [Ghost With Santa Hat Oil Burner and Wax Warmer](/products/ghost-with-santa-hat-oil-burner-and-wax-warmer) (£9.49) Bright, cheerful and easy to love, this ceramic ghost is a spooky twist on Christmas. Its Santa hat lid gives it a festive look on a shelf or side table. It holds fragrance oils or wax melts and weighs 365 g. Remember to always remove the lid when in use. It is a good pick for Christmas ghost fans and anyone who likes a little macabre humour at Christmas. *Best for: Festive ghost lovers.* ### [Weathered Skull Oil Burner and Wax Warmer](/products/weathered-skull-oil-burner-and-wax-warmer) (£9.49) For anyone who collects skulls, this ceramic skull oil burner and wax warmer is realistic and intricately detailed. It takes essential oils or wax melts and uses one tealight. The lid comes off in use, and a lit burner should never be left unattended. Allow it to cool fully before handling. Boxed at 14.5 x 15 x 13 cm, it is a striking pick for gothic decor fans. *Best for: Skull collectors and gothic decorators.* - [Creepy Christmas Tree Oil Burner](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/creepy-christmas-tree-oil-burner-and-wax-warmer): £9.49 - [Ghost With Santa Hat Oil Burner and Wax Warmer](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/ghost-with-santa-hat-oil-burner-and-wax-warmer): £9.49 - [Weathered Skull Oil Burner and Wax Warmer](https://holistictree.co.uk/products/weathered-skull-oil-burner-and-wax-warmer): £9.49 ## Our wax melts and wax melt burners compared Every pick at a glance: who it suits best and how it is sent. | Pick | Best for | Delivery | |---|---|---| | [Alpine Escape Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/alpine-escape-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) | New homes and fresh scent fans | Same-day dispatch | | [Belle Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/belle-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) | Floral scent lovers wanting a change | Same-day dispatch | | [Freshables Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/freshables-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) | Wax melt collectors who love florals | Same-day dispatch | | [Lemon Fresh Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/lemon-fresh-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) | Busy households who love lemon | Same-day dispatch | | [Scottish Coast Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/scottish-coast-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) | Sea breeze lovers and coastal fans | Same-day dispatch | | [Elephant Soapstone Oil Burner 10 x 7.5 cm](/products/square-soapstone-oil-burner-10x7-elephant) (£13.99) | Elephant lovers and scent fans | Standard dispatch | | [Elephant Soapstone Oil Burner 11 x 9 cm](/products/triangle-soapstone-oil-burner-11x9cm-elephant) (£22.49) | Fans of everyday style | Standard dispatch | | [Soapstone Oil Burner 8 cm, Om and Elephant](/products/coloured-soapstone-oil-burner-om-elephant) (£8.99) | Spiritual friends and carved-stone fans | Standard dispatch | | [Yin Yang Dual Oil Burner and Wax Warmer](/products/yin-yang-dual-oil-burner-and-wax-warmer) (£8.49) | Fragrance fans who like to mix | Same-day dispatch | | [Black Cat Oil Burner](/products/black-cat-oil-burner) (£9.49) | Cat lovers and new homeowners | Same-day dispatch | | [Brazilian Boom Boom Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/brazilian-boom-boom-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) | Fruity scent fans and housewarmings | Same-day dispatch | | [Pink Shores Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/pink-shores-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) | Coconut scent fans and daydreamers | Same-day dispatch | | [Pistachio Sundae Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g](/products/pistachio-sundae-wax-melt-snap-bar-essential-oils-diffusers) (£4.49) | Dessert scent lovers | Same-day dispatch | | [Creepy Christmas Tree Oil Burner](/products/creepy-christmas-tree-oil-burner-and-wax-warmer) (£9.49) | Gothic Christmas decorators | Same-day dispatch | | [Ghost With Santa Hat Oil Burner and Wax Warmer](/products/ghost-with-santa-hat-oil-burner-and-wax-warmer) (£9.49) | Festive ghost lovers | Same-day dispatch | | [Weathered Skull Oil Burner and Wax Warmer](/products/weathered-skull-oil-burner-and-wax-warmer) (£9.49) | Skull collectors and gothic decorators | Same-day dispatch | ## How does delivery work? Every order travels by tracked UK delivery, to your door or straight to theirs if it's a gift. Delivery is the sum of your parcels, from £3.95 each (some items travel free), and free over £60 on most orders: we pay the first £6. Each product page shows the expected delivery dates before you pay. See [delivery](/delivery) for the details. ## Ready to choose? Choose a fresh, floral, sweet or tropical snap bar for scent lovers, or a cat, skull or elephant burner for a cosy, witchy or spooky home, and match it to your burner. Pick your favourite above and add it to your basket: every product page shows its size, price and delivery dates. More ideas: [Oil burners and wax melt burners](/guides/oil-burners) · [Self-care stocking fillers under £15](/guides/self-care-stocking-fillers) · [Reed diffusers: scents and how to use them](/guides/reed-diffusers). ## Questions ### What is a wax melt snap bar? A wax melt snap bar is a 50 g bar of scented wax with five segments. You snap off one piece at a time and warm it in a burner to scent the room. Try the Belle Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g for a floral scent of iris, jasmine, orange blossom and patchouli. ### What is a good wax melt burner for a beginner? The Yin Yang Dual Oil Burner and Wax Warmer is a good place to start. It is ceramic, with a split dish that has two compartments for diluted essential oils or wax melts. The Black Cat Oil Burner is another option, made for fragrance oil or wax melts. ### How long do wax melts last? The Alpine Escape Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g, Belle Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g and Brazilian Boom Boom Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g each give about 12-15 hours of fragrance. That is the figure to compare when you choose a bar. Each bar has five segments, so you can use one piece at a time. ### Which wax melts work in a tealight burner? Freshables Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g and Pink Shores Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g are both made for tealight and electric wax burners. Each has five segments. Pink Shores blends citrus, coconut, jasmine and spicy vanilla. ### What is a good fresh-scented wax melt? Alpine Escape Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g and Lemon Fresh Wax Melt Snap Bar 50 g are good choices for a fresh scent. The first has lemon, tea tree, lime, eucalyptus and pine. The second is sweet, tart lemon, from the Odouraze range.