THE BIG BH Apolena [Sea Salt]
A statement gift. A centerpiece moment. Designed to be remembered.
THE BIG BH is the boldest expression of APOLENA — a large luxury 4-wick candle hand-poured in Newport Beach for spaces and moments that call for presence. Generous in scale and refined in composition, this oversized candle is designed to anchor a room, elevate any gathering, and make an impression from the moment it's unwrapped.
Four evenly spaced wicks deliver a balanced, even melt and an expansive scent throw — filling larger living spaces, dining rooms, and entryways with the clean, coastal calm of sea salt, sage, and ambrette seed. Fresh yet grounded, present yet never overpowering, THE BIG BH in APOLENA is the large scented candle that earns a permanent place in the room.
Arrives Ready For: A housewarming that needs a centerpiece, not just a candle. A birthday for the person who has everything — except this. A holiday gift that fills the room before it's even lit. A thank you for someone whose space deserves something that stays. A milestone that calls for the boldest gesture on the table.
One scent. Four wicks. The gift that earns a permanent place in the room.
Why it makes a great gift:
- A refined four-wick sea salt and sage candle with generous scale
- Arrives in an elevated, luxury ribbon-tied gift box — no wrapping required
- Extended burn with strong, balanced scent throw
- A memorable centerpiece for meaningful moments and milestone celebrations
Ideal for:
- Elevated gifting and milestone celebrations
- Housewarmings and host gifts
- Holiday gatherings and corporate gifting
- Centerpiece styling for dining tables and open living spaces
- Filling larger rooms with warmth and presence
What's Included:
- Hand-poured in Newport Beach, California
- Phthalate-free fragrance oil, lead-free wick
- Four wicks for an even, balanced burn
- Oversized hurricane glass vessel
- Extended burn time
- Natural coconut wax blend — clean burning with a creamy, smooth finish
- Key notes: sea salt, sage, and ambrette seed
- Presented in a ribbon-tied luxury gift box
Few places capture a sense of ease quite like Balboa Island.
Quiet walks along the bay. Mornings watching boats drift by. Evenings cooled by a gentle breeze off the water, conversations lingering long after sunset.
It's a place defined by simplicity, light, and an unhurried pace — where nothing feels forced and everything feels considered.
That calm, coastal rhythm is what inspired APOLENA. Clean. Balanced. Effortlessly at ease.
Scent Glossary
APOLENA [sea salt]
key notes: sea salt, sage, ambrette seed
Our favorite mild fragrance showcases the beautiful complexities of sea notes. Composed of sea salt, sage, and ambrette seed, it evokes feelings of freedom and pleasure, like an enjoyable walk along Balboa Island on a beautiful summer morning.
COLONY [cassis]
key notes: cassis, bergamot, musk
Create a welcoming mood with this warm and sophisticated scent that begins with bergamot and cassis, developed over a white rose and musk. Perfect for a cocktail hour with friends or while relaxing with your favorite book (or social media site:)
GROVE [orange blossom]
key notes: orange blossom, jasmine, bergamot
Transport yourself to a grove of orange trees, with their tiny white flowers in bloom. This light but strong scent will take you there.
HARRIETS TREE [grapefruit]
key notes: grapefruit, peach, berries
A vibrant citrus fragrance that illustrates invigorating notes of tropical fruits, crisp citrus, and exotic greens. It is light and sweet, while still noticeable in your surrounding space.
JACK [pumpkin]
key notes: pumpkin, cinnamon, vanilla
A sophisticated fall fragrance with top notes of cinnamon and vanilla which intermingle with baked pumpkin, while graham cracker base notes add a creamy, toasty character. An ode to special times together as we begin the holiday season carving pumpkins into Jack-o'-lanterns.
LIDO [sandalwood]
key notes: sandalwood, musk, violet
This bestselling scent is warm and comforting, highlighting its creamy facets while balancing the sharpness of sandalwood paired with sweet violet and woodsy musk. Perfect for any occasion and any time of year.
LITTLE BRANCH [amber]
key notes: amber, sage, oakmoss
This captivating fragrance begins with hints of citrus and an infusion of sage that enhance the natural, earthy quality. Lavender adds a soft floral and herbal touch to the heart of this scent, while amber and oakmoss round out the base for a beautiful, deep character.
MARGARET [currant]
key notes: currant, musk, rhubarb
A sophisticated and playfully sweet scent with aspects of pink currant and rhubarb over a heart of white jasmine petals and musky base. A wonderful balance of notes will light up the room for any occasion.
MR. DOUGLAS [pine]
key notes: pine, cedarwood, fir
Our popular pine scented candle that makes you think “Christmas time”, with mild citrus top notes, earthy undercurrents of cedar and evergreen, and a woody, fir base. But for some, the scent of pine is a year-round fav, like taking a hike on your favorite pine tree lined trail.
PETALUMA [berry]
key notes: berry, pink peppercorn, rose petals
The tangy richness of freshly picked blackcurrant berries and lively accents of flowery rose petals create this light, floral, and feminine scent.
Candle Care
➕ On your first use, burn your candle for 2 hours to allow the wax to melt evenly to the edge of the jar.
➕ after your candle cools, wipe any black residue off of the top with a paper towel to keep it looking good as new!
➕ Always trim the wick to 1/4 inch before relighting to avoid a large flame, smoking and wax discoloration.
➕ Fluctuations in temperature can cause the wax to contract and pull away from the sides of the glass. This is common when candles are shipped or stored in environments with varying temperature. Once the candle is lit, you will see the contraction of the wax correct itself.
Product Details
We use a proprietary blended soy/vegetable wax, phthalate-free premium fragrance oil, and lead-free wick.
Shipping + Exchanges
Shipping:
We only ship within the United States.All orders are processed and shipped from our backhouse in Newport Beach within 2–4 business days. Once shipped, continental domestic orders may take 2–4 days to arrive, dependent on location. Alaska and Hawaii may take a bit longer.Backhouse prefers UPS ground shipping (estimated 1–4 days) but might use Fedex Ground/2-day or USPS in some instances.
Returns:
We will gladly accept returns/exchanges on any items that are in their original condition along with all packaging. Please email us at hello@backhousefragrances.com with your request for return and we’ll issue a Return Authorization Form with a Return Authorization Number (RA#), along with instructions for returning your candle.
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