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Published October 15, 2024

Bath and Body Works pulls candles from shelves due to controversial packaging

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Bath and Body Works has pulled a seasonal candle from its shelves due to its questionable packaging.

The company released a new three-wick candle called "Snowed In."

The artwork featured a paper snowflake on the edge, but if you look closely, the snowflake edges have a more sinister look.

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People quickly noted that the flakes look like a Ku Klux Klan hood.

Once you see it, you can't unsee it.

The company quickly yanked it from the shelves once the image was pointed out.

In a statement, they said "We are committed to listening to our teams and customers and committed to fixing any mistakes we make, even those that are unintentional like this one.  We apologize to anyone we’ve offended and are swiftly working to have this item removed and [are] evaluating our process going forward.

Feature image from Bath and Body Works Inc

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