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SOSA home & body

I Can Still Taste You

I Can Still Taste You

Rs. 699.00
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SOSA Home & Body — Hand-Poured — Made in India
Some people stay with you.
Long after they have left the room.
Rose, jasmine, white tea, musk, and sandalwood. Soft, layered, warm. A 35-hour candle that fills a room with the kind of fragrance you associate with a specific person — and cannot fully explain to anyone else. Every purchase puts a girl in poverty one step closer to school.
Burns 35 Hours Funds a Girl's Education Phthalate-Free Paraben-Free Coconut Soy Wax Reusable Glass Jar Plastic-Free
200ml — Coconut soy wax — Cotton wick — H: 8cm with lid / Ø: 6.5cm — Plastic-free packaging
If you are looking for a romantic scented candle in India that smells like a memory — warm, layered, soft and unmistakably personal — this is it. The SOSA I Can Still Taste You candle is a rose, jasmine, white tea, musk, and sandalwood coconut soy wax candle that burns clean for 35 hours, fills a room with a fragrance that evolves as it burns, and does something most candles do not: every single purchase puts a girl in poverty one step closer to school.
✓ Phthalate-Free ✓ Paraben-Free ✓ Coconut Soy Wax ✓ Vegan ✓ Cruelty-Free ✓ Cotton Wick ✓ Plastic-Free Packaging ✓ Reusable Glass Jar ✓ Safe for Long-Term Inhalation
Rs. 699
Every purchase funds education
200ml — Burns up to 35 hours — Reusable glass jar — Plastic-free packaging
Works out to ~₹20 per burn hour. Some things are worth keeping. Rose, jasmine, white tea, musk, sandalwood — 35 hours — a girl in school. Rs. 699 for all of that is not expensive. It is the opposite.
✓ No questions asked replacement if damaged in transit  ·  ✓ Beautifully packaged — ready to gift
The Cause — No Asterisk
Every purchase puts a girl in poverty one step closer to school.
Not a percentage of profits. Not a quarterly donation. Not a partnership that gets a logo on the packaging and nothing else. Every single purchase — this one, the next one, every one — funds a girl's education directly. We believe the things you bring into your home should feel good in every sense. This is how we make sure of it.
★ What People Are Saying
★★★★★
"The name made me pause. The smell made me stay. Rose and sandalwood together is not something I expected to love this much. It smells like someone I miss."
Priya N. — Delhi
★★★★★
"I bought this for my partner on our anniversary. She read the name and didn't say anything for a moment. Then she lit it. That moment was worth every rupee."
Kabir M. — Mumbai
★★★★★
"The white tea stops it from being too heavy. It is a floral candle that does not feel like a flower shop — it feels like a bedroom on a quiet evening. I have bought four."
Ananya S. — Bengaluru

I Can Still Taste You vs Regular Floral Candles

Feature SOSA I Can Still Taste You Regular Floral Candle
Fragrance complexity Rose, jasmine, white tea, musk, sandalwood — five notes that evolve as they burn Single rose or generic floral — one-dimensional, no development
Formula safety Phthalate-free, paraben-free — safe for long-term inhalation Synthetic fragrance carriers — phthalates rarely disclosed
Wax type Hand-poured coconut soy wax — clean burn, no toxins, no soot Often paraffin — petroleum-derived, produces soot
Burn time Up to 35 hours — fragrance holds throughout Often 15-20 hours — tunnelling common, fragrance fades fast
Social impact Every purchase funds a girl's education — no asterisk None — or a vague percentage to an unnamed cause
Wick Natural cotton wick — no lead, no soot, clean burn Often unspecified — may contain metal core
Packaging Plastic-free — nothing unnecessary Often plastic-wrapped — bin on arrival
Jar Reusable glass — keeps its use after the candle Often single-use — discard when empty
The name Says something before it is even lit Forgotten the moment it is unwrapped

Who Is This For?

This candle is for you if...
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There is someone whose presence you carry with you The name is not a product line. It is a feeling most people recognise immediately. This candle is for anyone who has ever lit something and thought of someone.
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You want a gift that says something without saying everything The name does the work. The fragrance does the rest. Rose, jasmine, white tea — soft and layered and warm. It is the kind of gift that arrives and immediately means something.
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You want a floral candle that does not smell like a flower shop Five notes together — rose, jasmine, white tea, musk, sandalwood — create a fragrance that is floral without being heavy, warm without being sweet, intimate without being obvious.
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You care what is in the things you burn in your home Phthalate-free. Paraben-free. Coconut soy wax. Cotton wick. No synthetic carriers. No hidden compounds. Safe for long-term inhalation — which matters when something burns for 35 hours.
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You want your purchase to mean something beyond the evening Every single one puts a girl in poverty one step closer to school. That is not small. That is the point.

Some people leave a fragrance in a room long after they have gone. This is that candle.

Why Most Floral Candles Disappoint

The problem with most floral candles you have tried before
✕ Single rose or jasmine note — no development, no warmth, no memory
✕ Synthetic fragrance carriers with phthalates — never disclosed, never safe for 35 hours of inhalation
✕ Paraffin wax — petroleum-derived, produces black soot on walls and ceilings
✕ Tunnelling — burns straight down the middle and wastes half the wax
✕ Fragrance that smells like a flower shop, not like intimacy
✕ Plastic packaging, single-use jar, nothing worth keeping when it is done

Five fragrance notes together — rose, jasmine, white tea, musk, sandalwood — do something a single-note candle cannot. They evolve. The opening is soft and floral. The heart settles into something warmer. The base of musk and sandalwood gives the room a warmth that lingers. It smells different at hour one than it does at hour five. That development is what makes a fragrance feel like a memory rather than just a smell.

Why This Candle Feels Different

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Five Notes — Not One
Rose, jasmine, white tea, musk, sandalwood. A fragrance that opens bright, settles warm, and ends with the kind of depth that stays in the room after the candle is out.
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White Tea Keeps It Clean
Rose and jasmine together can turn heavy. White tea lifts the combination — a clean, slightly delicate note that keeps the florals from becoming a flower shop and the warmth from becoming suffocating.
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35 Hours Clean Burn
Hand-poured coconut soy wax with a natural cotton wick. Burns evenly without tunnelling. No soot, no black marks, no synthetic smell underneath the fragrance. Just 35 hours of what it is supposed to be.
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Phthalate-Free Formula
No phthalate carriers. No parabens. No synthetic compounds hidden behind the word fragrance. Safe for long-term inhalation — which matters when you burn something for 35 hours in an enclosed space.
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Funds a Girl's Education
Every purchase. No asterisk. No percentage. No minimum. One candle — one girl closer to school.
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Reusable Glass Jar
H: 8cm with lid / Ø: 6.5cm. Clean it when the candle is done. Keep it. It is a good jar and it has earned its next purpose.

Scent Profile

Fragrance Pyramid
🔝 The First Impression
Top Notes Rose and white tea — soft, clean, gently floral. The opening is bright without being sharp. The white tea keeps the rose delicate rather than heavy. What you smell the moment the candle lights.
🫀 The Evening Companion
Heart Notes Jasmine — full, warm, intimately floral. The note that settles in as the candle burns and defines the character of the room. Present and unmistakable without demanding attention.
🪵 The Lasting Memory
Base Notes Musk and sandalwood — warm, grounding, soft. The notes that linger in the room after the candle is out. What remains when everything else has softened. The reason the room still smells like something the morning after.
Scent Family Floral / Woody / Soft Musk
Intensity Medium — fills the room without overpowering it
Mood Intimate, warm, soft, memorable
Develops as it burns Yes — the base notes deepen over time. Hour five smells different from hour one. That is the point.

Product Details

Net weight 200ml
Jar dimensions H: 8cm with lid / Ø: 6.5cm
Burn time Up to 35 hours
Wax Hand-poured coconut soy wax — vegan, clean burn
Wick Natural cotton wick — no lead, no soot
Fragrance Rose, jasmine, white tea, musk, sandalwood
Formula Phthalate-free, paraben-free — safe for long-term inhalation
Jar Reusable glass — keeps its use when the candle is done
Packaging Plastic-free
Certifications Vegan, cruelty-free, hand-poured
Social cause Every purchase funds a girl's education — no asterisk
Made in India by SOSA Home & Body
Price Rs. 699

How to Use

  1. 1
    Trim the wick to 5-6mm before every burn. A trimmed wick gives a cleaner, more even flame and prevents mushrooming or soot. Do this every time before lighting — not just the first time.
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    Allow the wax to melt fully to the edges on the first burn. The first burn sets the candle's memory. Let it burn for at least 2-3 hours until the melt pool reaches the jar edge. This prevents tunnelling and ensures an even burn through all 35 hours.
  3. 3
    Burn in sessions of 2-4 hours. Extended burns beyond 4 hours cause the jar to overheat and can affect fragrance quality and wax integrity. Snuff rather than blow — blowing produces soot and disturbs the wax surface.
  4. 4
    Place on a heat-safe surface away from draughts, curtains, and anything flammable. The glass jar warms during burn — never move a lit or recently extinguished candle.
  5. 5
    When the candle is done, keep the jar. Clean with warm water, use it however it fits your space. It is a good jar and it has earned its next life.

Why Rose, Jasmine, White Tea, Musk, and Sandalwood — The Fragrance Decision

Why five notes and not just rose?

A single rose candle is a room air freshener. Five notes together are a fragrance experience. The brief for I Can Still Taste You was simple — it needed to smell like a memory. Not a garden. Not a perfume counter. A specific, personal, intimate memory. Rose opens the fragrance with softness rather than sweetness. Jasmine adds fullness and warmth in the heart — the note that makes a room feel occupied in the best possible way. White tea is the balance — a clean, slightly delicate note that prevents the florals from becoming heavy. Musk and sandalwood in the base give the fragrance its depth and its staying power — the notes that are still in the room the morning after. Together they produce something that develops over time rather than announcing itself once and fading. That development is what makes a fragrance feel personal.

Best Romantic Candle India for Gifting — What Makes This One Different

Why this candle works as a gift in a way most candles do not

Most candle gifts fail at one of two things: the fragrance is too generic to be associated with anything specific, or the candle itself leaves nothing worth keeping. The SOSA I Can Still Taste You candle does both differently. The name arrives first — before the lid is opened, before the candle is lit — and it already means something to whoever receives it. The five-note fragrance is complex enough to be associated with a specific evening rather than a general category of candles. And the phthalate-free, coconut soy wax formula means the gift is safe — no synthetic carriers, no hidden compounds, no black soot on the walls of someone you care about. For Valentine's Day, anniversaries, birthdays, or simply because — this is the candle that lands.

About SOSA Home & Body

SOSA is a bootstrapped Indian fragrance house built slowly and on purpose. Every product is made in small batches, formulated without compromise, and designed to be used and kept. The I Can Still Taste You candle is built on the belief that a fragrance can carry a feeling — and that the things you bring into your home should be safe, honest, and worth keeping long after they are finished.
Phthalate-Free — Paraben-Free — Hand-Poured — Coconut Soy Wax — Cotton Wick — Reusable Glass — Plastic-Free — Funds Education Rose, jasmine, white tea, musk, sandalwood. 35 hours. A girl in school. Some people leave a fragrance in a room long after they have gone. This is that candle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this candle smell like?
Rose, jasmine, white tea, musk, and sandalwood. Soft and layered — a rich floral opening that settles into something warmer and more intimate as it burns. The white tea keeps the rose and jasmine from going too heavy. The musk and sandalwood base give depth and warmth that linger long after the candle is out.
Is this candle phthalate-free?
Yes. Phthalate-free, paraben-free, and formulated for safe long-term inhalation. No synthetic carriers, no compounds hidden behind the word fragrance. The same clean-label standard as every SOSA product.
How long does it burn?
Up to 35 hours. Trim the wick to 5-6mm before every burn. Allow the melt pool to reach the jar edge on the first burn. Burn in sessions of 2-4 hours for best performance and longest lifespan.
Is every purchase really funding a girl's education?
Yes. Every single purchase — not a percentage, not a quarterly donation, not a minimum spend. One candle, one girl closer to school. No asterisk.
Is it vegan and cruelty-free?
Yes. Hand-poured coconut soy wax, natural cotton wick, no animal testing, no animal-derived ingredients. Packaging is plastic-free. The glass jar is reusable.
Is this a good Valentine's Day or anniversary gift?
Yes. The name says what the gift means before it is opened. The fragrance — rose, jasmine, white tea, musk, sandalwood — is layered enough to feel considered rather than generic. And every purchase funds a girl's education, which means something good happened because of it.
Can I reuse the glass jar?
Yes. Clean with warm water when the candle is done. Use it however it fits your space — a jewellery dish, a pen holder, a small plant pot. It is a good jar and it has earned its next purpose.
What if it is damaged in transit?
Contact SOSA at hello@sosahomeandbody.com within 48 hours of delivery. We will take care of it — no questions asked.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is this long lasting?

Yes. Our products are formulated for Indian climate conditions — heat, humidity, and daily use — so the scent stays noticeable without becoming overpowering.

Is the fragrance too strong or headache-inducing?

No. We focus on balanced projection. You’ll smell it clearly, but it won’t overwhelm your space or your senses.

Do you offer returns or replacements?

If there’s any issue with damage during transit or product defect, we’ll take care of it. Please contact us within 48 hours of delivery @ sosahomeandbody@gmail.com

How long does shipping take?

Orders are usually dispatched next working day and delivered within 3-5 days depending on location.