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Slatkin Reed Diffusers

Bonkers1 — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 13:58:31 GMT

Has anyone else had bad luck with these diffusers? I've tried these a couple of scents but they are weak smelling and definitely do not last as long as he says.

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Regal Bee — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 14:00:14 GMT

They are a mixed bag with me. I had one that was so strong I had to put it out on the porch and then two others that had practically no scent at all. Strange.

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Caaareful Shopper — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 14:05:42 GMT

I've had mixed results as well. From no scent at all (twice), to wonderful room filling scent.

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amyb — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 14:07:59 GMT

I'm done taking a chance on Slatkin. Used to love his candles...like 10-12 yrs ago.

Bought some Christmas "scented" ones last year and returned them. I use a candle melting lamp (don't burn them)...melted it once, could barely smell anything, and only when on top of it. Then...absolutely nothing. It's not the melting lamp...all my other candles work fine, for a lot less $$.

Slatkin candles have doubled in pricing and really gone down in quality, in my experience. I had old ones from Christmas past, some boxed up and not used until recently, were still strong, lasted after many uses. And, personally....I am soooo tired of his lonnnnnng, drawwwwwn out "romancing" stories about his world travels and the fragrances...it's overkill. I tune him out now.

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KailaS — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 15:26:18 GMT

I love the smell of his reed diffusers, but I smell them only when sitting or standing right next to them.

The items for the car were even less impressive. I hooked them on to my steering wheel. I smelled the gingerbread aroma only twice-- and I am the only person who drives my car. I now am done purchasing Slatkin products. I cannot purchase his candles because I have pets and do not trust them around candles. I consider my "no purchase" policy a commitment to saving money.

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little missy — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 17:19:44 GMT

Absolutely, yes! The ones I ordered didn't even have a scent. Very disappointing, and will not order these anymore.

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Etoile308 — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 17:25:07 GMT

I agree, I too have never had success with his reed diffusers. I have a few I've yet to open. If it weren't for the fact they are in a two piece set with a candle, which I will use, I would donate them.

Oh, and disposing is a messy concern. Pop into ziplock bag and hope it doesn't leak.

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We rescue cats — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 17:47:19 GMT

I've had no luck with any of his scents, no matter the method of delivery.

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Shanus — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 13:28:50 GMT

Reed diffusers of any brand are never as strong a fragrance IMO. I always prefer lighting a candle.

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RetRN — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 16:12:59 GMT

His reed diffusers are a waste of money, his car fresheners have no scent, and his candles are fair at best. No way do I believe the "junk" he is selling me is what his rich friends are receiving. His arrogance is sickening and his carrying on about his low prices is ridiculous since his products are not quality.

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RedTop — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 16:31:12 GMT

For me, it was one purchase and I'm done with this brand, as the scent is just not there.

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CANDLEQUEEN — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 17:38:59 GMT

I am through with buying Reed Diffusers from any brand. They do not smell, even when you flip the reeds, you may get a nice whiff of the fragrance, but other than that-nothing!

I have only used them in small spaces like bathrooms because I know they aren't supposed to be real strong, but I still can't ever smell them...

They are too costly to not be able to smell....I have never purchased Harry's, but have purchased other brands before.

No more Reed Diffusers for me!!!

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AuntG — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 17:44:38 GMT

His candles are okay, but the diffusers only smell for an hour or two when I flip the reeds.

Harry may be a nice person, but I think he seems pompous. I find it hard to relate to him. I'm sure other vendors are also extremely wealthy, but they find a way to relate to someone like me.

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Pecky — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 17:47:49 GMT

I purchased a few and never smelled anything. I kept flipping them over and still nothing. I would not waste your money on them.

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River Song — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 21:51:52 GMT

I just received the Slatkin reed diffusers in the Making Spirits Spice scent. Put one in my small powder room with the door closed and I definitely smell the spice scent. I have the Golden Bamboo reed diffuser in my master bathroom (small bathroom) and that scent is more subtle. I need to be pretty close to the diffuser sticks to get a whiff of the scent. I think reed diffusers are good in very small spaces but not to scent a large room or whole house.

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Shelbelle — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 22:12:08 GMT

He has quite a spiel on air. Are his products made in China ? And he always says his washes are so good for you, but never says they are sulfate free and dye free. I dont trust him.

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bonnie f — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 23:03:07 GMT

im obsessed with reed diffusers . i did get alot of his months ago and they really dont smell.. they're more of a decorative piece for me.. but i love the pier one reed diffusers.. and of course they dont have them in stock anymore.. the ones they have online are the small ones.. i have tons of the big ones i stocked up on during a sale like 8 months ago... they were about 40% off.. i got at least 30.. they last for about 3 or 4 months.. and no reed diffusers i think really smell, unless you put your nose up to them.. but like i said they are more of a decorative piece for me.. i have 1 in every room.. look in amazon, they have alot to pick from