Custom Candle Labels for jars, tins and wax melts
A candle is bought with the eyes and the nose, and the label does the talking for both. We print custom candle labels for glass jars, tins and wax melt packs, with space for your scent story and the safety information scented products often need.
- Front labels, base labels and safety panels
- Premium metallic, clear and textured finishes
- Sized to jars, tins and melt clamshells
Free quote · 10-12 working days from the day you approve your digital proof
Candle and fragrance labels - PDF proof firstNothing prints until you approve it
- Free artwork reviewYour file checked before production
- Custom sizes & shapesMade to your dimensions
- UK-wide delivery10-12 working days from proof approval
Choose your candle label
Most candle brands use a combination of these labels across their range.
Clear jar labels
Let the wax colour and vessel shine through.
View Clear LabelsGold foil candle labels
Luxurious metallic branding for premium and gift candles.
View Gold LabelsWarning and safety labels
Base labels carrying burning instructions and hazard information.
View Warning LabelsRound lid stickers
Branding for tin lids and jar tops.
View Personalised Round StickersPackaging labels
Labels for boxes, gift sets and wax melt packs.
View Packaging Labels
Creating candle labels customers love
Candle labels need to be beautiful enough to sell the product and practical enough to carry important information. Here is how to balance both.
Why choose custom candle labels?
Candle vessels vary enormously, from straight-sided tumblers to curved jars and shallow tins. A label printed to your exact vessel sits smoothly and looks professionally finished, which matters in a market where many products are bought as gifts.
Custom labels also let you build a recognisable range. Consistent label shapes with a colour or scent-specific accent make a collection instantly identifiable on a shelf or website.
Popular uses for candle labels
Candle makers typically order labels for:
Many makers also label the underside of each vessel with the scent name and batch details, which helps with stock control at markets and in shops as well as giving customers the information they need.
- Container candles – front labels for glass jars and tumblers.
- Travel tins – lid stickers and base labels.
- Wax melts – clamshell and bag labels with scent names.
- Reed diffusers and room sprays – bottle and box labels.
- Gift sets – outer packaging and presentation box labels.
Materials, shapes and sizes
Choose a label stock that suits your vessel and how the candle is used. Vinyl and laminated labels resist fingermarks and wax spills better than uncoated paper, while textured papers give a handmade, artisan feel for products that are handled less.
Keep front labels clear of the rim and away from areas that get hot during burning. Measure the straight section of the jar, allow a margin, and check curved vessels against their circumference.
Printing and finishing options
Candles lend themselves to premium finishes. Gold labels and foil accents look warm and luxurious, clear labels let the wax colour show, and soft matte finishes suit natural and minimalist brands.
Scent names and descriptions often use elegant script fonts. Check that these remain readable at your label size, especially on smaller tins.
A candle label is often photographed as much as it is read, so think about how it looks lit and unlit, in soft evening light and on a bright product page.
Safety information on scented products
Scented candles and wax melts can contain fragrance ingredients that require safety information under UK chemical labelling rules, sometimes including hazard pictograms and warning statements. Your fragrance supplier’s safety data sheet sets out what applies to your blend, and many makers use a separate base label for this information.
We print the safety panels you supply exactly as approved on your proof. Responsibility for identifying and including the correct information remains with the maker.
Why candle makers choose AStickerPrinting
We check that text on small labels will stay legible, review artwork for print quality at no cost, and send a PDF proof for every design. That makes it easy to sign off an entire scent range with confidence before production begins.
Customise your candle labels
Design a label system that works across your whole range.
Tell us about your candle range
Share your vessel sizes, scents and artwork. We will suggest label stocks and finishes, then send a quote for your full range.
- Share your requirements
- Approve your PDF proof
- Printed & delivered UK-wide
Why UK businesses order Candle Labels from us
You approve every job first
We send a PDF proof for your approval before anything is printed, so size, colour and layout are signed off by you.
Made to your specification
Size, shape, material and finish are set for each order rather than chosen from a fixed list.
A timeline you can plan around
Typical turnaround is 10-12 working days, counted from the day you approve your digital proof. Ask about faster arrangements before you order.
Candle Labels questions, answered
Which material is best for candle jar labels?
Vinyl and laminated labels resist wax, fingermarks and handling better than uncoated paper. Clear labels suit glass jars where the wax colour is part of the look, and textured papers suit artisan brands.
Do scented candles need warning labels?
Many do. Fragrance ingredients can trigger requirements for hazard information under UK chemical labelling rules. Your fragrance supplier’s safety data sheet explains what applies, and the maker is responsible for including it.
Can I put the safety information on a separate label?
Yes. Many candle makers use an attractive front label and a separate base label for burning instructions and safety information. We can print both together.
Will labels be affected by the heat of a burning candle?
Keep labels away from the rim and the hottest part of the vessel. Tell us about your vessel and burn time and we will recommend a sensible placement and material.
Can I order labels for many different scents?
Yes. Candle ranges often have lots of scent variations. Tell us the number of designs and quantity of each so we can quote the whole range in one order.
What turnaround should I expect for candle labels?
Candle labels usually take 10–12 working days after proof approval. For seasonal collections, order early so the labels are ready before your pouring schedule starts.
Can I get matching labels for candles and wax melts?
Yes. Matching label shapes and colours across jars, tins and wax melt packs help a range look cohesive. Share all your packaging sizes and we will quote the full set together.
- Quality checkedArtwork reviewed and proofed before print
- Clear turnaround10-12 working days from approval
- Tailored quotesPriced for your size and quantity
- Design supportFree artwork review on every order