NEST Grapefruit Candle Review

NEST Grapefruit Candle Review

Date: 2011.03.23 | Category: home scents | Tags: candles,citrus fragrance,fragrance review,grapefruit,home,home fragrance,lily of the valley,luxury products,NEST

OK, I did not expect to love a grapefruit candle. And I definitely didn’t expect to love it so much. I usually don’t like citrus fragrances for the home or the body. Most citrus scents are too household cleaner for me. But, NEST Grapefruit has won me over. This is a sparkling fragrance that is optimistic and perfect for the home.

I was scared of the notes listed. Like I said, I’m not a citrus person and the thought of “watery green nuances” makes me cringe. NEST Grapefruit is a pretty citrus with just enough tartness. It isn’t too sour; it does smell “pink”. Grapefruit isn’t all pink grapefruit. It has a perfectly balanced amount of green spring florals. The end result is that Grapefruit comes across as optimistic but not obnoxious. It’s a pretty home fragrance that is inviting. It’s the kind of candle that I would burn when friends come over. It isn’t a “serious” fragrance. It’s hanging out, celeb gossiping, and drinking margaritas.

This candle burns evenly and slowly. The throw is awesome. I have the votive. I burned it for about 4 hours. An entire floor of my house was fragranced with the cheery scent of Grapefruit. The next day, almost 20 hours after burning the candle, I get off work, walk inside and smell Grapefruit. If panicked because I thought somehow I had let it burn while I was at work. That is absurd, but I’m paranoid like that. I rushed to the candle which looks like it has only been burned for a few hours. Wheew. I’m not a dope, this is just one fragrant votive!

Notes listed include pink pomelo grapefruit, watery green nuances, lily of the valley, and coriander blossom.

There are many sizes of Grapefruit. I have the votive that retails for only $14 at Candles Off Main. It’s a good sized candle for that price. This is the perfect little gift. I think everyone loves this scent.

*Disclaimer – Product was provided by Nest for review. I am not financially compensated for this review or any others. My opinions are my own.

11 Responses to “NEST Grapefruit Candle Review”

Susan Webster Adams 11/03/23 17:10

I love Nest Grapefruit! Such a fresh and cheery blend. For me it’s a great balance between citrus and floral. Nest candles do pack a powerful punch. I had the same experience where I could still smell my Nest candle the next day when I returned home from work. Crazy fragrant! And they burn so beautifully. I’m anxious to try the diffuser and soap.

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- Ajent Orange 11/03/23 17:14
  
  Usually I don’t like cheery fragrances but this one is well done and isn’t “Pollyanna” at all.
  I seriously freaked when I came home and still smelled this candle. That’s some power! And yes, they do burn very evenly and smoothly.
  There’s a soap?!
  
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Barney A Bishop 11/03/23 17:17

Optimistic is an interesting adjective and this is a scent I wouldn’t gravitate towards. After reading your review, however, I’m picturing a sun-filled living room made brighter by the optimistic presence of Nest’s Grapefruit candle.
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- Ajent Orange 11/03/23 17:43
  
  I usually go for broody, moody fragrances for myself and for the home, but there’s something that I really appreciate about Grapefruit. It’s optimistic without being obnoxious, like so many citrus fragrances are.
  Living in the PNW, I need to learn to enjoy the “sunshine” when I get it!
  
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Flanders 11/03/24 16:25

You make me want to try this one!

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Manda 11/03/27 16:53

Citrus isn’t usually my type of candle but I think I would like this one.

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- Ajent Orange 11/03/27 18:13
  
  It isn’t usually my type either. I usually like sweet (vanilla) or woodsy, but something about this one is really good. It’s citrus without smelling like a household cleaner!
  
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Dallas 11/04/02 06:43

I love grapefruit. I will have to sniff this one.

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