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Rigaud Candles

By Susan Webster Adams Updated 3 min read
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Rigaud candles is the topic of this Scent Snob post, part of our archive of candle, diffuser and home fragrance coverage.

Riguad was the first luxury candle ever created. Rigaud candles began in the 1850’s when the Rigaud family started a perfumery. They gathered rare plant essences from around the world to create unique, exquisite perfumes. In the 1960’s, Madame Rigaud had the Cypres candle created for her to burn in her fashion boutique on the Champs Elysees in Paris, France. Customers raved over the fragrance and the Riguad candle line was born.
President Charles de Gaulle gave the Rigaud Cypres candle to First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy. She loved the candle so much she had the line brought over to the states and the rooms of the White House were filled with Rigaud candles while the Kennedy’s were in office.
Cypres is the original Rigaud candle fragrance and is still their most popular fragrance. It a blend of pine and cedar with a hint of lavender. Rigaud candles are available in a demi, standard and mini sizes with a silver top. A Rigaud recharge, or refill, candle is the standard size without the silver top.

Good to know about rigaud candles

If you are enjoying rigaud candles, a few simple habits help you get the most from it.

  • Trim the wick to about a quarter of an inch before every burn so the flame stays steady and clean.
  • On the first burn, let the wax melt all the way to the edges of the container to help prevent tunneling.
  • Keep the candle away from drafts, fans and anything flammable, and never leave a burning candle unattended.
  • Stop burning when about half an inch of wax is left in the container, and let it cool fully before relighting.

For background, see this overview of scented candles on Wikipedia.

Thanks for reading about rigaud candles. We hope it helps you pick your next favorite scent, and you can find more in the related posts below.

A quick scent guide

Scent is personal. A fragrance that feels cozy to one person can feel heavy to another, so use our notes as a starting point and trust your own nose.

Give a scent time. The first impression is not always the whole story, because fragrance notes open up and settle as a candle warms or a diffuser works.

Fragrance families help you shop. Floral, fruity, woody, fresh and gourmand scents each have a mood, and knowing which you enjoy makes choosing much easier.

Start small when you try something new. A single candle, a sample or a small bottle lets you live with a scent before you commit to more.

Questions about rigaud candles

What is rigaud candles?

Rigaud candles is the subject of this Scent Snob post. The article above shares what we wrote about it, and the brand or retailer is the best place to confirm current details.

Where can I learn more about rigaud candles?

Start with the links in this post, then check the brand’s own website or a trusted retailer for up-to-date information and availability.

How do I choose a scent like rigaud candles?

Think about the room, the season and the mood you want, then try a small size or sample first if you can.

Header photo: Abraham, Wikimedia Commons (CC0).

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