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The ultimate FBoy repellent.
The red flags in question. Image: House of Scandal

Ah, Valentine’s Day. What’s meant to be a celebration of love and joy can feel like the complete opposite when you’re single.

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That’s not to say we’re all miserable – far from it. But with chocolates, flowers, and heart-shaped bears everywhere, it’s hard not to feel the temptation to avoid being alone on February 14.

And listen, I hear you. You might be thinking, surely I can ignore the red flags for just one day, right? Wrong! We’re holding strong in 2025 and keeping the red flags at bay.

Which is how I stumbled upon this self-proclaimed ‘FBoy repellent’—a candle that serves as a gentle reminder to swipe left on all the red flags.

In honour of avoiding the dreaded ‘FBoy’ this V Day, House of Scandal has released a soothing (or sassy) candle to help.

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With notes of sage to clear away negative energy, chamomile and geranium to uplift and relax, and lavender to help you sleep through those 2 AM “what you up to” texts, they’ve thought of everything. 

So, give yourself the gift of peace this Valentine’s—because it’s all about the slow burn.

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F**kboy Repellent Candle

$80 at House of Scandal

Stay inside this Valentine’s Day and keep the ‘FBoys’ at bay with this statement candle. More than just a home fragrance, it’s a reminder for all of us who’ve been burned one too many times.

Key features:

  • Sage, Chamomile, Geranium & Lavender
  • 285g. 3.9 Inches (height)

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