Bath & Body Works · Reviewed by Karinnn · Published 2026-08-18
Based on a review by Karinnn (accessed 2026-08-18).
Based on this review alone: skip it — incredibly light scent throw when burned, unless well-designed, detailed full wraparound label is your only priority.
The reviewer found the collection's launch incredibly stressful and unfair due to limited stock and immediate sell-outs. While appreciating the aesthetic details of items like the candle holder and candle labels, she was largely underwhelmed by the scent performance of the candles, finding them too light and not matching her expectations, especially the Jack Skellington scent.
This review covers the Bath & Body Works x Nightmare Before Christmas collection, including the Spiral Hill Light-Up Pedestal candle holder and several 3-wick and single wick candles. The reviewer shares her experience with the product launch, which she found stressful, and provides initial impressions and burn test results for the Jack Skellington, Sally, and Apple Pumpkin Pancakes candles.
This candle is a significant disappointment due to its weak scent throw and unexpected masculine-leaning fragrance profile. Despite its appealing label and detailed packaging, the candle emitted an "incredibly light" scent that was undetectable in an open-concept room after three hours of burning. The promised pumpkin spice was overshadowed by a "very woodsy, masculine leaning" palo santo note, which was not the reviewer's expectation for a pumpkin-themed candle. If you prioritize collectible packaging over fragrance performance and prefer a subtle, masculine woodsy scent, this might appeal to you. However, if you are seeking a strong, sweet pumpkin spice aroma, you should definitely look for other options.
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The reviewer noted that the Spiral Hill Light-Up Pedestal candle holder was lighter than she anticipated.
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The reviewer found the Spiral Hill Light-Up Pedestal candle holder to be very pretty and well-made, stating she liked it a lot.
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The reviewer stated the Spiral Hill Light-Up Pedestal candle holder cost $79.95.
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The 3-wick candles were sold at full price on the day the reviewer purchased them, which was a 'massive bummer'.
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The reviewer found the layered single wick candles super cute and adorable, noting she didn't think Bath & Body Works had done layered single wicks before.
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The reviewer observed that there were very few single wick candles available in the store, estimating only three or four of each on the table.
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The reviewer was 'really underwhelmed with the scents' for the Jack Skellington candle, stating she was expecting something completely different.
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The reviewer praised the label of the Jack Skellington 3-wick candle, finding it very well done with good attention to detail and a full wraparound design.
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The lid of the Jack Skellington 3-wick candle was described as 'kind of cool' and potentially resembling a spiral hill.
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The scent notes for the Jack Skellington candle are listed as Pumpkin Screams, Glowing Palo Santos, and Spooky Spice Vanilla.
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When burned, the Jack Skellington candle primarily emitted palo santo, resulting in a woodsy, masculine-leaning scent with insufficient spice or gourmand vanilla. It was also 'incredibly light' and couldn't be smelled in her open-concept living space, leading to disappointment.
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The Jack Skellington candle burned well for about 3 hours and pulled out nicely, with fine flames.
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The overall performance of the Jack Skellington candle was described as 'lackluster' and 'really disappointing' by the reviewer.
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The reviewer liked the details on the Sally candle label, highlighting elements like the deadly night shade potion, patchwork dress, Lock, Shock, and Barrel, Jack and Sally, and a cat detail.
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The scent notes for the Sally candle are Gastly Blooms, Berry Patchwork, and Forbidden Tonka.
The reviewer found the Spiral Hill Light-Up Pedestal candle holder to be very pretty and well-done aesthetically. However, she noted it felt lighter than she had anticipated. Its price was $79.95.
The reviewer was underwhelmed by the Jack Skellington 3-wick candle's scent, expecting more pumpkin spice but primarily getting a woodsy, masculine-leaning palo santo. Its scent throw was 'incredibly light' during a 3-hour burn, making it hard to smell in an open-concept room, leading to an overall 'lackluster' and 'disappointing' performance.
On cold, the Sally 3-wick candle has definite blooms and a dark, unique berry note that isn't overly sweet. However, the reviewer detected an unexpected 'band-aid note' due to the tonka not being deep enough. When burned, the throw was 'incredibly light,' making it difficult to smell in the room, although the scent was generally pleasant and prettier than expected.
The Apple Pumpkin Pancakes candle features notes of fluffy pumpkin pancakes, baked apple slices, brown sugar, and walnuts. After a 2-hour burn, the reviewer found its scent throw to be 'on the light side' and only noticeable in 'weird pockets' of the room. While she detected the walnuts and baked apple, she wished for a stronger 'golden fluffy delicious pancake' note, feeling it wasn't 'that special'.
The reviewer mentioned that Bath & Body Works does accept exchanges for these collaboration candles. Customers can exchange them if they have a recent receipt, or sometimes with a driver's license.
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In this video, Karinnn reviews the Bath & Body Works Nightmare Before Christmas collaboration. She details the stressful launch experience, where many items quickly sold out. She showcases the Spiral Hill Light-Up Pedestal candle holder, praising its design but noting its lighter-than-expected weight. The reviewer then discusses the Jack Skellington and Sally 3-wick candles, critiquing their light scent throw and unexpected fragrance profiles after initial burns. She also touches on the Apple Pumpkin Pancakes candle, expressing a desire for a stronger pancake note. Despite the product disappointments, she notes her son's happiness with the overall collection's aesthetic.
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