The Old Barber Shop

The Old Barber Shop isn’t just a candle—it’s an homage to a time when grooming was a ritual, not a routine. Imagine stepping into a vintage barbershop: the creak of leather chairs, the faint whiff of warm shaving cream, spicy aftershaves, and the earthy scent of well-worn wooden countertops. It’s a place where conversations were as sharp as the razors, and every detail—every scent—told a story.

This candle captures that atmosphere: timeless, rugged, and refined. It’s for anyone who longs for the comforting familiarity of tradition, with a modern edge.

The Memory

Every other Saturday, Grandad would take me to the barbershop, the kind of place where time moved a little slower. The door jingled as we walked in, and the air was thick with the scent of shaving cream, spicy aftershave, and worn leather. The old oak counter held a row of gleaming razors and glass bottles filled with amber-coloured tonics, their labels slightly faded from years of use.

Grandad would settle into the big chair with a satisfied sigh, nodding at the barber like they shared some unspoken understanding. I’d sit on the wooden bench, swinging my legs, taking it all in—the rhythmic snip of scissors, the low murmur of conversation, the occasional deep belly laugh from a customer in mid-shave. The steaming towel smelled fresh and clean, the warmth carrying hints of bay rum and sandalwood as it pressed against Grandad’s face. I remember the way he’d brace himself for that sharp slap of aftershave at the end, wincing for half a second before breaking into a grin.

It wasn’t just about the haircut—it was a ritual. A place where men came not just to be groomed, but to catch up, to swap stories, to just be. The scent of that place stuck to Grandad’s coat, lingering even after we left, a reminder of simple moments that felt steady and familiar.

Lighting The Old Barber Shop brings it all rushing back—the warm lather, the wood and spice, the quiet comfort of an old-school tradition. It’s not just a candle. It’s stepping through that door all over again, hearing the scissors, smelling the aftershave, and remembering a time when life was just a little bit slower.

Top Notes: Bergamot, Ginger, Black Pepper, Pink Pepper

Heart Notes: Gardenia, Ylang Ylang, Magnolia, Cedarwood

Base Notes: Sandalwood, Cashmeran, Tonka Bean, Amber

220g Burn time approx 50 hours