Waxmaking expertise

Waxmaking expertise

Making scented candles is a craft that demands time and an intimate knowledge of their materials – wax, wick and fragrance. This expertise has been built up and mastered by the Maison over more than 60 years.

AN ALCHEMY OF THE SENSES

Perfectly diffusing the scent of Diptyque candles to authentically transcribe nature’s sensations is akin to alchemy. Master waxmakers at two manufacturers, one near Paris, the other in Provence, create a different blend for each scent and each candle format, from the classic candle to the large candles and the "Les Mondes de Diptyque" (The Worlds of Diptyque) range of exclusives candles. They carefully measure out up to eight types of wax with varying textures and densities and choose the most suitable materials and diameters for the wicks. This guarantees the integrity of every fragrance, both when cold and during combustion, and the eventual formation of an even pool of wax.

WHERE WAX AND PERFUMERY EXPERTISE MEET

The fruit of the subtle and sensitive art of composition, Diptyque’s perfumery expertise is rooted in the creative heritage of its three founders. By mixing spices, leaves and flowers like a painter prepares their palette, the founders were able to create scents both remembered and dreamed of. This original process is reflected in the scents of the Maison’s first three candles: Aubépine (Hawthorn), Cannelle (Cinnamon) and Thé (Tea).Just as the Impressionists gave physical expression to their emotions and sensations by juxtaposing splashes of colour, so the genius of perfumers lies in their choice and balance of raw materials. As some ingredients are insoluble in wax or incompatible with combustion, scented candles have a more limited palette than do personal fragrances. Enjoying a perfect mastery of this expertise, Diptyque conserves the expressive qualities of each scent destined to burn in the heat of the flame.

The secret behind our quality: a blend of waxes with varied textures and densities.

Wicks are specially chosen for each candle size and scent.

After being poured, the wax must rest as it cools.

A true work of craftsmanship

Each candle requires months of development and around ten steps to produce. Some are carried out by hand, like adjusting and centring the wicks after the wax has been poured or cutting the wick to a precise height. One secret is to control the temperature and allow the wax to rest while it is still in its liquid state.

The wick of each candle is straightened by hand.

Each candle is carefully checked to ensure the scent is perfectly rendered.

Wicks are measured and cut to exactly five millimetres.

A herbarium of infinite scents

Since Diptyque created the first scented candles in 1963, the Maison has built up a collection of almost 50 scents. From Cannelle (Cinnamon) to Cyprès (Cypress), Gardénia (Gardenia) and Tubéreuse (Tuberose), and from Menthe Verte (Spearmint) to Tilleul (Linden Tree), Roses and Vanille (Vanilla), this herbarium of scents, exalted by the flame, is a vibrant tribute to nature – to its herbs, barks, spices, flowers and fruits.

Classic candles

Diptyque has been transmuting light into perfume since 1963. With its collection of classic scented candles, the Maison showcases olfactory treasures inspired by nature, and in so doing turns the spotlight on an exceptional herbarium of scents.

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