THE YAK

Inspired by Issey Miyake

Fresh, crisp and effortlessly elegant. The Yak combines vibrant yuzu citrus with delicate spices, soft florals and smooth cedarwood to create a clean, refreshing fragrance that’s both distinctive and timeless. Perfect for those who appreciate understated sophistication and a light, uplifting atmosphere throughout the home.

  • Fragrance Family

    Citrus

    Fresh

    Woody

  • Perfect For

    🛏 Bedrooms

    🏡 Living Rooms

    🚪 Hallways

    🚿 Bathrooms

  • Available As

    🕯 4oz Candle

    🕯 8oz Candle

    🕯 16oz Candle

    🕯 24oz Candle

    🧊 Wax Melts

    ⬛ Snap Bars

    ⭕ Scent Pods

  • Fragrance Strength

    ★★★★★

    Fresh

    Elegant

    Long Lasting

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

• Yuzu

• Bergamot

• Lemon

• Mandarin

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Heart Notes

• Nutmeg

• Cinnamon

• Blue Lotus

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Base Notes

• Cedarwood

• Sandalwood

• Vetiver

• Musk

Who Will Love This?

The Yak is perfect for those who enjoy bright citrus fragrances with a refined masculine character. If you love fresh, uplifting scents balanced with soft woods and subtle spice, this fragrance creates a clean, calming atmosphere that’s ideal for everyday living.

Why Is Issey Miyake So Popular?

Since its launch, L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme has become one of the world’s most iconic fresh men’s fragrances. Its innovative use of vibrant yuzu citrus, balanced with delicate spices and elegant woods, created a fragrance that feels clean, modern and timeless. Its fresh yet sophisticated character has made it a favourite for decades among those who appreciate understated luxury.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Yak smell like?

The Yak is a fresh, citrus and woody fragrance inspired by Issey Miyake. Vibrant yuzu and bergamot combine with soft spices, smooth cedarwood and musk to create a crisp, clean scent that’s elegant, refreshing and timeless.

Is The Yak suitable for bedrooms?

Absolutely. Its fresh, uplifting profile makes it one of the best choices for bedrooms, bathrooms, living rooms and hallways, creating a bright and relaxing atmosphere.

How long does it burn?

Burn time depends on the size you choose:

  • 4oz Candle: Up to 25 hours
  • 8oz Candle: Up to 40 hours
  • 16oz Candle: Up to 80 hours
  • 24oz Candle: Up to 120 hours

Each candle is hand-poured using a premium coconut soy wax blend and finished with a crackling wooden wick for a clean, long-lasting burn.

Is The Yak available as a wax melt?

Yes. The Yak is available as luxury candles, wax melts, snap bars and scent pods, allowing you to enjoy its fresh, uplifting fragrance in whichever format suits your home.

What fragrance is The Yak inspired by?

The Yak is inspired by L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme, a fragrance renowned for its vibrant yuzu citrus, delicate spices and refined woody base. Its clean, timeless character has made it one of the most respected fresh masculine fragrances ever created.

Can i see the hazard info?

Of course. You can find the CLP labels for all of our candles and melts by clicking here.

Is Ember & Oak affiliated with the original fragrance brand?

No. Ember & Oak is an independent home fragrance company and has no affiliation, association, endorsement or connection with the designer brands or manufacturers of the fragrances that inspire our collection.

Our products are independently developed to capture the character and scent profile of well-known fragrances. Any brand names mentioned are used solely to help customers understand the fragrance inspiration and should not be interpreted as an indication of origin, sponsorship or approval.

Ember & Oak does not produce, manufacture or sell the original designer fragrances.

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