Friction scented candle by Alchemist + Co. in an amber glass jar with a black label
An ornate black picture frame with carved corners against pale gray, the study image for the Friction candle
Three Friction candles in amber glass jars
Two open jar candles with coconut apricot wax and amber glass jars by Alchemist + Co., arranged on a clean white surface with soft shadows.
Friction scented candle by Alchemist + Co. in an amber glass jar with a black label
An ornate black picture frame with carved corners against pale gray, the study image for the Friction candle
Three Friction candles in amber glass jars
Two open jar candles with coconut apricot wax and amber glass jars by Alchemist + Co., arranged on a clean white surface with soft shadows.

Friction

Dahlia + Amber
4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
5 Reviews
Coconut Apricot Wax Hand Poured Florals + Petals Burn Time: 40+ Hours Single Wick

A study of alignment. Where recognition and choice begin to part. Friction observes the distance between what we recognize and what we continue to choose, revealing how misalignment accumulates before it is ever acknowledged. Interpreted through heavy blooms, cool muguet, and warm amber.

An ornate black picture frame with carved corners against pale gray, the study image for the Friction candle
Observations
4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 5 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 4
Total 4 star reviews: 1
Total 3 star reviews: 0
Total 2 star reviews: 0
Total 1 star reviews: 0
5 reviews
  • Tiffany H.
    Verified Buyer
    2 days ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 Stars

    Bought Friction and Witness together because I wanted to try two of the more floral scents. Witness feels greener and fresher to me, while Friction is warmer and deeper. I thought Witness would be my favorite, but I've actually been burning this one more.

  • Jo R.
    Verified Buyer
    4 days ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 Stars

    This is one of those scents I can't really describe but keep wanting to smell again. There's something floral at first and then it gets warmer as it burns. Really, really good.

  • Kayla A.
    Verified Buyer
    1 week ago
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    4 Stars

    Definitely a stronger scent. I really like it, but I prefer it in my living room rather than my bedroom. It fills the space quickly.

  • Susanna K.
    Verified Buyer
    1 week ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 Stars

    Warm, floral and a little moody. This one surprised me.

  • F.F.
    Verified Buyer
    2 weeks ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 Stars

    I wasn't sure about Friction when I first smelled it, but once it was burning I loved it. It's floral without being too feminine or sweet.

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A clear glass perfume bottle with a black cap, featuring a white label with the brand name 'Afterimage' by Alchemist + Co.  set against a stone background.

Imprint

The study of what remains. Fragrance for what stays after everything else has gone.

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