Scent-sational – Hudson Valley Fragrance Artisans and Candle Makers and Shops

In the last few years, there has been a proliferation of “scent-illating” made-with-love products inspired by the majesty of the Hudson Valley’s mountains and the generous connection to nature’s gifts. Most products are made with an earth focus by evoking the woods or smoke, fresh cut grass, gentle moss, or the holistic healing of wild, fragrant herbs and diverse flowers growing here. Many are organic, small-batch, green, wildcrafted, and free of toxins, which means a healthier body, spirit, and planet. Here’s a list of our Editor’s Picks for “Scentsational,” bliss-inducing locally-made lines of candles, body products, perfumes, soaps, and all things olfactory divine.

Things that make you go… mhm.

17 & ORCHARD | Warwick  NY | Inside+Out Spotlight | Follow @17andorchard

Hand-poured luxe candles with exciting combinations of scents and names like Dusk, Forest, and Lover. Thoughtfully sourced, eco- and toxin-free ingredients meet the requirements of recyclable, biodegradable packaging. Private and public candle-making classes are available!

CATSKILLS CANDLE STUDIO | Tannersville NY | Inside+Out Spotlight | Follow @catskillscandlestudio

Catskills Candle Studio’s passion and creativity convene with a love for the Earth in this locally made line of eco-friendly, non-toxic, hand-poured candles in diffusers in delicious scents. You can also make your very own in their fun candle-making workshops.

WNDRMADE | Kerhonkson NY | Inside+Out Spotlight | Follow @wndrmade

Plant-derived perfumery is made locally using only plant-derived essential oils and 100% botanical extracts to create complex and addictive signature scents, candles, incense, and bath products from the purest ingredients.

PHOENICIA SOAP CO. | Shokan NY | Inside+Out Spotlight | Follow @phoeniciasoap

These luscious body and hair products, candles, tick sprays, and other personal care goods are locally made and infused with sustainably grown or wildcrafted flowers and herbs. At their hub, you can also make lip balm, soap, aromatherapy distillation and blending, candle-making, and more! You have to try their Rose Oil for your body and hair!

FAT OF THE LAND | Pine Plains NY | Follow @fat_of_the_land

Herbalist-formulated, seasonally inspired wellness made from locally sourced Hudson Valley botanicals in the forms of hydrosols, tinctures, salves + more.

RAW SPIRIT | Saugerties NY | Follow @rawspirit_fragrances_

A luxury perfume co that provides economic opportunities to indigenous communities where they source. Sustainable, cruelty-free, unisex eau de parfums and single-origin scents from the purest ingredients. They also make candles!

MEDICINE GARDENS | High Falls NY | Follow @medicinegardens

Ultra-pure body and face products, perfume oils, and more are made by hand with wild and locally harvested herbs and love. They can be purchased at local farm markets and online.

SASHA BOTANICA | Gardiner  NY | Follow @sashabotanica

Small-batch, divinely pure body oils, soaps, body butter, hydrosols, and more with calming scents and ingredients from locally sourced goodness are available. They can be purchased online or at local farm markets.

BLENDED WELLNESS CANDLES | Hopewell Junction NY | Follow @bw_weblendwell

Truly natural candles, soaps, sachets, room sprays, and more that smell incredible and make a difference. Their aromatherapy-inspired products support balanced well-being and health while giving back to the community.

HUDSON VALLEY SKINCARE | Pleasant Valley NY | Follow @hvskincare

Candles, soaps, deodorants, lotions, moisturizers, and more, made since 2011 with plant-based, organic, locally sourced pure ingredients.

SOURCE ADAGE | Hudson NY | Follow @sourceadage

Gender-inclusive fine fragrances born in the Hudson Valley with a flare of global sophistication. Eau de parfums as well as home diffusers and candles.

SKIN CARE REPUBLIC | Red Hook NY | Follow @skincare_larisaversace

Made from an esthetician born and raised in the valley, this company offers all-natural, very local, and pure body and face butter, massage soaps, and more, all handmade in small batches. You can also book a facial with the owner!

LOVEWILD | Woodstock NY | Follow @lovewilddesign

Olfactory heaven in an adorable shop + online. Palo Santo and incense bundles, intoxicating candles, bath salts, deodorant cream, ultra-fresh smelling body and face products, face mists, body oils and more.

STINGING NETTLE APOTHECARY | Catskill NY | Follow @stingingnettleny

This family-owned business specializes in handcrafted soaps, salves, bath soaks, aromatic teas, and plant-based body products made in-house from organic and natural ingredients. Visit their homey store or shop online.

POURED CANDLE BAR | Hudson NY | Follow @pouredcandlebar

Hand-poured, locally made soy candles in unique blends or customizable scents. You can even concoct your own for yourself or as party + wedding gifts!

FLORA BEAUTY | Kingston NY | Follow @flora_newyork

An organic, vegan, swoon-worthy line of handcrafted face serums and creams, hair and body oils, grounding body mists, intoxicating essential oil blends, and singular scents. Visit their beautiful shop or order online.

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