Simons
Cotton Scented Candle
This scented candle is a Simons exclusive designed in Canada, featuring soy wax and a cotton wick. It offers an aquatic, fresh fragrance with notes of mandarin, violet leaf, and water jasmine, formulated by Canadian model and fragrance designer Ruby Brown. The 280 g (10 oz.) candle provides up to 60 hours of burn time and is hand-poured in Quebec.
- Material
- Soy wax, cotton wick
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Home Fragrances > Candles
Color
Size
Specifications
A hand-poured soy wax candle with a fresh aquatic scent, exclusive to Simons.
Soy wax, cotton wick; aquatic, invigorating, and fresh scent with notes of mandarin, violet leaf, and water jasmine; up to 60 hours of burn time; hand-poured in Quebec.
- Material
- Soy wax, cotton wick
- Secondary
- cotton
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Home Fragrances > Candles
Additional Attributes
- Simons exclusive
- designed in Canada
- soy wax
- cotton wick
- aquatic scent
- invigorating
- fresh
- notes of mandarin, violet leaf, water jasmine
- formulated by Ruby Brown
- up to 60 hours of scent
- hand-poured in Quebec
- 280 g
- 10 oz
Product Insights
Simons' Cotton Scented Candle uses a three-note accord of mandarin, violet leaf, and water jasmine to evoke sun-dried laundry, with soy wax that burns cooler and cleaner than paraffin, reducing soot and preserving scent. Natural frosting confirms pure soy wax; a self-trimming, lead-free cotton wick ensures stable, soot-free burning. The 60-hour burn time demands the first burn melt the full surface, with ongoing care: wick trimming and three-hour sessions. Designer Ruby Brown created this full-circle collaboration.
- Scent profile
Three-note accord of mandarin, violet leaf, and water jasmine evokes sun-dried laundry.
Why this is supported
The candle's scent is built on a three-note structure — mandarin, violet leaf, and water jasmine — designed to evoke sun-dried laundry. The mandarin top note provides a bright citrus opening; violet leaf adds a green, dewy character. Water jasmine, described by perfumery sources as
Water jasmine, known botanically as Wrightia religiosa, offers a luminous and airy floral scent that blends freshness with a soft, creamy undertone.
perfumestars.com, provides a cool, transparent floral note that keeps the scent clean and airy. This composition avoids heavy musks and creamy bases, staying close to genuine sun-dried laundry. Another research source describes water jasmine as
Water Jasmine captures the luminous, dewy facets of jasmine — its cool transparency and delicate floral sweetness — reimagined through a prism of aquatic clarity.
silloria.com, confirming the transparent aquatic character essential to the laundry effect.
- Burn time
60-hour burn time requires the first burn to melt the full surface.
Why this is supported
Industry benchmarks for 10 oz soy candles list 50–60 hours burn time (
| 10 oz | 50 – 60 hours |
elfinview.com). To reach the maximum, the first burn must melt the wax to the jar rim; elfinview.com advises:
The first time you light your candle, allow it to burn long enough so the wax melts across the entire surface. This prevents tunneling and ensures an even burn throughout the life of the candle.
elfinview.comThis makes the advertised 60-hour claim credible with proper care.
- Burn quality
Soy wax burns cooler and cleaner than paraffin, reducing soot and preserving the scent.
Why this is supported
Soy wax burns slower and cooler than paraffin (
Soy wax burns slower and cooler than paraffin.
eathealthy365.com), and burns much cleaner with little to no black soot (
Soy wax burns much cleaner than paraffin, producing little to no black soot.
eathealthy365.com). This cooler, cleaner burn preserves the fresh aquatic notes and keeps the jar clean throughout the candle's life.
- Frosting
Frosting is a natural sign of pure soy wax and does not impair burn quality.
Why this is supported
Frosting is a natural characteristic of pure soy wax. As elfinview.com explains:
Yes, frosting is a natural characteristic of soy wax and does not affect the burn quality or fragrance of the candle. It’s often considered a sign of a pure soy wax candle.
elfinview.comThis confirms that the cloudy white bloom is a sign of purity, not a defect, and does not impair burn quality or scent diffusion.
- Wick
Self-trimming wick maintains a stable, soot-free burn.
Why this is supported
Research confirms that the braided cotton wick curls slightly as it burns to self-trim, holding a stable flame and reducing carbon buildup. One source notes:
A good cotton wick should hold a stable flame without dancing around, and it should curl slightly as it burns so it self-trims.
scentualcandles.auThe wick also lights in seconds, with another source stating it
lights in 3 seconds
kaoriq.comand performs
Better in normal household airflow
diyproducts101.com. Proper care—trimming the wick to ¼ inch before each burn and allowing the first burn to reach the container edges—is recommended to maintain even burning, as captured in the advice:
Before each burn, trim the wick to about 1/4 inch.
elfinview.comand
The first time you light your candle, allow it to burn long enough so the wax melts across the entire surface. This prevents tunneling and ensures an even burn throughout the life of the candle.
elfinview.com.
- Safety
Lead-free wick prevents heavy metal vaporization.
Why this is supported
Research underscores the health risks of lead-core wicks:
burning a lead-core wick for just three hours could release lead concentrations five times higher than the EPA’s ambient air quality standard.
candlemaking-craft.comThe cotton wick in this candle is lead-free, preventing heavy metal vaporization.
- Wax pairing
Cotton wick pairs optimally with soy wax for steady melt pools and even scent release.
Why this is supported
Cotton wicks are an excellent match for soy wax, as one source notes:
Excellent for essential oil-rich or high-fragrance-load blends, thanks to steady melt pools.
circehome.comThis pairing ensures steady melt pools and even fragrance release.
- Designer story
Former Simons model Ruby Brown designed this full-circle collaboration scent.
Why this is supported
Ruby Brown, a former Simons model, created this candle's fragrance as a full-circle collaboration.
From modelling Simons clothing to designing its signature perfumes, Brown has taken her journey full circle.
montecristomagazine.comHer expertise stems from formal training under a master perfumer.
she spent some time learning from a master perfumer in New Jersey (the Grasse of North America, if you will)
montecristomagazine.comShe has additionally created scents for other prestigious Canadian brands.
A testament to her talent, Brown has collaborated with some of the biggest names in Canadian business, developing scents for Cirque du Soleil, Simons and, most recently, Le Germain.
thekit.caHer career began with small workshops in Montreal, and she credits the city's creative culture as foundational to her brand.
- Burn care
Full 60-hour burn: complete first melt, wick trim, three-hour sessions.
Why this is supported
Our research confirms that to achieve the full 60-hour burn time, three interdependent practices are required. First,
allow it to burn long enough so the wax melts across the entire surface.
elfinview.comThis first full melt prevents tunneling and ensures an even burn throughout the candle's life. Additionally,
Before each burn, trim the wick to about 1/4 inch.
elfinview.comTrimming reduces carbon buildup and maintains an even melt pool. For maximum lifespan, burn sessions should be limited:
When using the candle in three hour increments the candle will burn for 50-60 hours.
waxandwick.coAdditionally, while cotton wicks are less affected by drafts, placement away from windows or vents helps stabilize the flame. As diyproducts101.com notes, they are
Better in normal household airflow
diyproducts101.com. Together, these practices maximize the total burn time.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Visible front-facing lit scented candle in a white frosted straight-sided vessel and a clear rectangular perfume bottle leaning on a smooth stone to the right. Candle label text and a simple cotton line drawing are legible on the vessel.
- Vessel shapeCylindrical straight-sided white frosted vessel with a flat top rim and an internal wick visible through warm flame light.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.52 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high) - Label artworkCentered simple line drawing of a cotton boll printed below the main product name on the vessel.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.61 · w 0.15 · h 0.09 (high) - Candle front text - header“COTON”
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.57 · w 0.14 · h 0.07 (high) - Candle front text - descriptor lines“BOUGIE PARFUMEE”
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.69 · w 0.20 · h 0.03 (high) - Candle front text - English“SCENTED CANDLE”
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.72 · w 0.24 · h 0.03 (high) - Candle front text - brand line“@simons”
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.76 · w 0.14 · h 0.03 (high) - Perfume bottle shapeClear rectangular glass bottle with rounded corners and a cylindrical shiny metal cap, shown leaning at an angle and balanced on a smooth oval stone.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.44 · w 0.28 · h 0.36 (high) - Perfume bottle text - header“COTON”
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.52 · w 0.12 · h 0.07 (high) - Perfume bottle text - sublabel“EAU DE PARFUM”
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.59 · w 0.14 · h 0.05 (high) - Perfume bottle text - brand“simons”
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.71 · w 0.06 · h 0.04 (medium) - Wick and flameSmall bright flame centered at the top of the vessel with warm glow illuminating upper vessel interior and casting soft light on nearby objects.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.55 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (high)
Other
Styled lifestyle shot with decorative cotton bolls on the left, a smooth oval stone supporting the perfume bottle on the right, soft warm lighting and shallow depth of field against a paneled wall background.
- Cotton propsCluster of cotton bolls with brown stems positioned to the left rear of the candle acting as a decorative prop.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.64 · w 0.24 · h 0.22 (high) - Supporting stoneSmooth oval matte stone placed to the right of the candle serving as a base for the leaning perfume bottle.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Shot compositionThree-quarter front view, low-angle framing that centers the candle and places the perfume bottle to the right; background shows horizontal decorative wall molding.
- Lighting and atmosphereWarm, soft directional lighting from the candle flame and additional fill light creating soft shadows and subtle highlights on the glass cap and rim; overall warm color temperature.
Colors
frosted off-white· candle vesselwarm candle flame· candle flame and lit wax area#F4C29Apolished silver· perfume bottle capvery pale warm beige· perfume bottle glass and liquid- Vessel shapeCylindrical straight-sided white frosted vessel with a flat top rim and an internal wick visible through warm flame light.
- 02
Product
A cylindrical matte white candle jar with a round light wood lid; centered front view showing printed label text and a small floral line illustration.
- Jar shapeCylindrical jar with slightly rounded base edges and straight vertical sides, shown upright and centered in the image.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.45 · w 0.42 · h 0.38 (high) - LidRound flat wooden lid with visible wood grain and a slightly beveled edge, sitting flush on top of the jar.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.40 · w 0.34 · h 0.08 (high) - Surface finishJar surface appears matte and opaque with even diffuse reflections; lid has a smooth natural wood finish.
- Central illustrationSmall simple line-drawn floral motif located below the main heading, printed in a dark ink.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.57 · w 0.13 · h 0.08 (medium) - Top heading textSingle-line uppercase heading printed near the upper-middle of the jar front.
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x 0.41 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (high) - Lower label blockTwo small lines of supporting label text in uppercase below the illustration, centered on the jar.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.65 · w 0.19 · h 0.09 (medium) - Brand markSmall brand wordmark and a tiny circular logo printed near the lower front of the jar.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.73 · w 0.16 · h 0.06 (high) - Heading text transcription“COTON”
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (high) - Supporting text transcription“BOUGIE PARFUMÉE”
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.65 · w 0.19 · h 0.04 (high) - Supporting text transcription 2“SCENTED CANDLE”
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.68 · w 0.19 · h 0.04 (high) - Brand text transcription“simons”
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.73 · w 0.16 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Product photographed centered on a flat light surface against a white wall with decorative molding; soft natural lighting from the left casts a shadow to the right.
- Background and stagingWhite wall with rectangular decorative moulding visible in upper right background and a flat white horizontal surface under the jar.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.55 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.55 · w 1.00 · h 0.45 (high) - LightingSoft directional light from the left creating a gentle shadow to the right of the jar and subtle highlights on the left jar side and lid.
- ShadowDiffuse shadow extends from the jar toward the lower left and lower right on the surface, darker immediately adjacent to the jar base.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (medium) - Shot compositionFront-facing centered composition with the jar occupying the lower middle of the frame and ample negative space above.
Colors
off-white· jarlight wood· lid#BAB9B6black· printed text and illustration- Jar shapeCylindrical jar with slightly rounded base edges and straight vertical sides, shown upright and centered in the image.
- 03
Product
A lit white frosted glass container candle with printed label text and a separate round wooden lid propped to the left.
- Container shapeCylindrical frosted glass container with straight vertical sides and a flat open top containing the candle wax and lit wick.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.55 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high) - Wick and flameSingle centered lit wick with a small bright flame visible above the wax level.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.44 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Label text - headline“COTON”
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.63 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high) - Label graphicSmall simple line-drawn cotton flower illustration located below the headline 'COTON'.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.69 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high) - Label text - descriptor“BOUGIE PARFUMÉE”
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.74 · w 0.18 · h 0.04 (high) - Label text - english“SCENTED CANDLE”
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.77 · w 0.18 · h 0.04 (high) - Brand name on label“simons”
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.83 · w 0.12 · h 0.04 (high) - Wooden lidRound light wood lid with visible wood grain and a shallow recessed groove, shown removed and leaning against the candle to the left.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high) - Container finishFrosted matte finish on the glass giving a soft diffused appearance when lit.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.56 · w 0.32 · h 0.26 (high)
Other
Studio-style scene with a neutral tabletop and paneled wall in soft warm lighting; candle centered in the lower half and casting a soft shadow.
- Shot compositionVertical portrait composition with the candle centered horizontally and placed on a flat tabletop near the lower third of the frame.
- BackgroundMuted paneled wall with soft shadowing and warm ambient light, occupying the upper two thirds of the image.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.65 (medium) - Surface and shadowSmooth horizontal tabletop surface in a neutral tone with a soft shadow cast by the candle and lid to the left and slightly forward.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.65 · w 1.00 · h 0.35 (medium) - LightingWarm directional lighting from above and slightly behind the camera producing a glow at the candle rim and gentle highlights on the lid.
Colors
frosted off-white· container bodylight natural wood· wooden lid#998B86warm flame yellow· flamematte black· label text and illustration- Container shapeCylindrical frosted glass container with straight vertical sides and a flat open top containing the candle wax and lit wick.
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Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Great
I love this cotton perfume. I bought the candle this time. It arrived safe and very quick.