Sun Kissed Massage Candle
$15.99
from Amazon
Even as I write this, the smell of the Suntouched Massage Candle is wafting through the air, gently delighting my nose. This soft waxed candle is made of natural products such as soybean and coconut oil, hemp and Vitamin E. You can rest assured nothing was tested on animals, making this a perfect product for those who are ecologically and environmentally aware. Because this candle burns at a lower temperature than regular candles, it’s suitable for body massages without being uncomfortable.
Nestled in a plain tin with lid (which fits perfectly under the tin when not in use, so you needn’t worry about misplacing it) and provided with a small, plastic spoon to aid in application, this is an all-in-one atmosphere setter.
My favorite aspect of this is the scent, which is not described on the package itself. TabuToys describes the Skinny Dip scent as vanilla. Initially, I thought it had a hint of vanilla, and it definitely reminded me of a creamsicle, so it’s no wonder I like the smell. I am all about sweet! The Earthly Body site describes it as vanilla and cotton candy on other Skinny Dip products, but the description is conspicuously missing from the packaging and the Skinny Dip page itself.
Scent aside, this is a very soft waxed candle, and I can easily leave an impression by pressing my finger into the wax. It melts rather quickly—I was able to use the melted liquid for massage about 5 – 10 minutes after I lit it. I have even rubbed some solid wax on my skin as a moisturizer. However, give it some time to melt for an actual massage liquid.
I lit this candle, as well as others around the bedroom, and a soft glow enveloped us. It was a romantic and sensual setting and the scent in the air was heavenly. Although I had other scented candles lit and I have both an air freshener and reed diffuser in our room, the massage candle really stood out scent-wise. Of course, it was closest to us, but this is powerfully, but not obnoxiously, perfumed. I imagine having a lid for the tin helps to lengthen the shelf life of the scent and prevents the candle from drying out.
My husband was worried about the wax being too hot, but the soft candle melted at a very reasonable temperature. I dipped my fingers in the wax pool while the candle was still lit (carefully, of course), and it wasn’t uncomfortable at all. We also used the candle by pouring it directly on the skin and my husband used the application spoon, but I found that to be less useful than you might think because it’s small and rather flimsy. So I was worried about dripping massage oil on the bed and floor when moving the spoon from candle to skin. Overall, I thought the best way to apply the oil was using my own hands.
Coupled together, the massage oil and scented candle made for a very sensual experience. I used the oil to rub down my husband’s arms, shoulders, and back, and it was a very nice product. I could easily feel the moisturizer, which is a recommended use for this massage candle. My hands glided easily, and the oil never became sticky, goopy, or dry. It rubbed easily into the skin, and neither of us felt the need to wash it off afterward. In fact, this might be a good product to dab on your skin before going out (or staying in!) to add just a little bit of allure.
I didn’t give the longest massage (perhaps 15 minutes?), but a little did go a long way. I dipped my fingers in the oil twice, initially, and that lasted me fine. Longer massages may require more oil or a reapplication, but I definitely think this worked more efficiently than other massage products we have used.
Sadly, I like this candle so much that I will be burning it just so smell it. Even just having it lit while we were intimate heightened the mood in the room deliciously, and I find myself occasionally just smelling the candle.
The one thing I did notice is that the wick needs to be constantly trimmed which I should do with all my candles but usually don’t. The Sun Kissed Vanilla Massage Candle will be one I keep up on maintenance because I really have no need for soot and ash when it comes to massaging. There is already a bit of discoloration to the candle, so I will have to be more vigilant in the future.
Overall, this was an excellent product. It was a good candle, an excellent massage cream, and a quality moisturizer, which will definitely add something extra to your intimate times.
