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There’s something undeniably appealing about candles, yet the concern of an open flame can often overshadow their charm.
While igniting a wick evokes a sense of romance, it can also be a risky endeavor—especially for someone like me, who has accidentally transformed coffee tables into mini bonfires. Enter the candle warmer lamp, a mature solution offering the same warm glow without the associated risks.
The Marycele Candle Warmer Lamp with Timer & Dimmer, priced under $20 on Amazon, is a bargain that makes me wonder why I ever took chances with fire in the first place. With a 50% discount, it finds the perfect balance between a spontaneous purchase and a wise investment. This lamp provides the cozy light of a bedside lamp and gradually releases your favorite candle’s scent, minus the smoke, soot, or risk of a charred jar—or worse.
Equipped with an adjustable-height design, the Marycele Candle Warmer Lamp includes a dimmable halogen bulb that melts wax from the top down, along with a timer for 2, 4, or 8 hours. Its sleek glass shade and choice of wood or metal-accented base offer a contemporary, minimalist aesthetic. The top-down warming ensures an even fragrance distribution without flame, smoke, or tunneling.
This piece was crafted by Kendall Cornish, the Commerce Editor & Reporter at the New York Post. Kendall, who also works as a private chef for New York’s elite in the Hamptons, brings her culinary expertise to the table, testing and recommending kitchen products for both novices and budding sous chefs. Balancing both roles, Kendall shares her insights on top kitchenware, chef-endorsed gourmet meal kits, and the complete range of Ninja appliances. Before joining the Post’s shopping team in 2023, she held roles at Apartment Therapy and Dotdash Meredith’s Travel + Leisure and Departures magazines.