Woman Seriously Injured Due to Exploding Bath & Body Works Candle

New York City - Renita Francois, a former NYC city hall worker, filed a lawsuit against Bath & Body Works, alleging that a candle exploded in her face, causing severe burns and scars.

The incident occurred on January 19, 2023, when she leaned in to smell her Sweater Weather candle, which then exploded, sending glass, molten wax, and flames onto her face. Francois suffered second-degree burns, leading to burns on her forehead, cheeks, and lips, along with permanent dark spots on her arms.

The lawsuit argues that the company knew about the dangers of their three-wick candles but failed to provide adequate warnings or testing.

Francois is seeking compensatory and punitive damages, a recall of the candle, and coverage of her attorney fees, among other requests.