Citrus wooden-wick soy candle for desk work: Offgray Earth REFRESH
In short
Offgray is a Korean aroma soy candle brand made with 100% soy wax and natural essential oils, with scents chosen according to the five elements (yin-yang and five phases): wood, fire, earth, metal and water. The writer, who works at a computer all day, picked the energizing Earth (土) REFRESH scent and burned the wooden-wick candle at home: fresh mandarin and sweet orange came first, followed by soft lavandin. With its clean, fresh scent and minimal design, the Offgray Earth REFRESH candle suits a workspace or makes a good housewarming gift.
Good to know
- Product
- Offgray Five Elements Aroma Soy Candle, Earth (土) – REFRESH
- Ingredients
- 100% soy wax and natural essential oils (per the brand)
- Scent notes
- Mandarin and sweet orange, then lavandin
- Wick
- Wooden wick
- Lineup
- 5 scents: Wood (木), Fire (火), Earth (土), Metal (金) and Water (水)
Prices as written by the tester on Jul 3, 2026 · not updated automatically
Everyone has seen those "good luck habits" posts on social media by now, right? 👀 I'm really into scents, so I was watching with interest, and when I heard there's a candle where you can even pick your scent by the five elements (eumyang-ohaeng, East Asian yin-yang and five-elements philosophy), I was so curious that I had to try it myself!
What kind of candle is Offgray?
Offgray (Offgray) is an aroma candle made with 100% natural essential oils and soy wax. It goes beyond just smelling nice: the scents are built around the five elements of wood, fire, earth, metal and water, so you choose the one that matches the energy you need right now. I found that concept really impressive 🤍 Okay, let's get into my honest review!
Offgray candle packaging and ingredients
The Offgray candle arrived in neat, clean packaging!
The thing I look at most when choosing a candle is which wax it uses 🤔 Offgray is made with 100% soy wax and natural essential oils, so even people who don't like artificial scents should be able to use it comfortably!
You can feel the brand's particular mood in the packaging too. It's minimal without being over the top, so I thought it would make a really good gift, and the candle vessel itself is clean-looking enough to sit out as an interior object even when it's not lit 💚
How are Offgray's five-element scents divided?
Offgray scents come in five types: Wood (木), Fire (火), Earth (土), Metal (金) and Water (水). What made Offgray feel more special to me was exactly that: turning the five elements into scent. Apparently the brand's scents are blended by an expert who studies Eastern medicine and aromatherapy, based on the five elements! Instead of just picking a scent you like, you pick the one carrying the energy you need right now, and I found that concept pretty fresh ✨
- 🌿 Wood (木): focus and mental sharpness
- 🔥 Fire (火): calm for body and mind, comfortable rest
- 🌱 Earth (土): vitality and positive energy
- 🌬️ Metal (金): a clear, clean feeling of space
- 💧 Water (水): balanced, comfortable condition
The enclosed booklet had a story written for each scent, and reading it made me curious about the other scents too 👀 It seems like it would be fun to switch scents with the season or your mood of the day, so next time I'd like to try the Wood (木) or Fire (火) line. 🤍
Why choose the Earth (土) REFRESH scent for desk work?
Out of all of them, I chose Earth (土) - REFRESH! 🌿 I spend long hours working at a computer all day, so I was drawn to a scent that could refresh me and add a bit of energy :)
Offgray candle size and design
The Offgray candle is a small size that fits right in one hand, so it doesn't feel bulky whether you put it on a shelf, a side table or a desk! 🤍
The design doesn't shout for attention. It subtly lifts the mood of the space, so it doesn't clash with your interior and works nicely as a tasteful object 🕯️
What do the scent and wooden wick sound like when lit?
The Offgray candle uses a wooden wick, so when you light it you hear a gentle crackling. It's a bit different from the sound of a regular wick, and it made the atmosphere feel much cozier 🤎 With that little sound added to the scent, I could really enjoy that healing-at-home feeling!
With the Earth (土) REFRESH scent, the fresh notes of mandarin and sweet orange spread pleasantly at first, and after a little while the soft scent of lavandin follows, making the whole room feel a notch more relaxed. It's clean and fresh rather than heavy or strong, so it suits lighting in the morning to start the day or for a short break after work 🤍
Who is the Offgray Earth REFRESH candle best for?
Personally, I think the Offgray Earth (土) REFRESH scent suits studying, reading, or relaxing at home with a cup of hot tea 🍵 If you love scents, or you're stuck on a housewarming gift, an Offgray candle could be a good choice! It's both practical and sentimental, so I think the recipient would be really happy with it :)
Offgray Earth REFRESH in one line
The Offgray candle paired a subtle aroma with a tasteful design, and I was happy with it the whole time I used it. It's made with natural soy wax and essential oils, so I could use it without worry, and the scent alone clearly changed the mood of the room. If you like aromatherapy, soy candles or natural candles, it's worth a try 🤍
