Dad Deserves the Best

By Emilio Horton – Founder, YOU ME & EMILIO

Father’s Day is a sacred Sunday in June. It’s more than a holiday—it’s a moment for us to pause, reflect, and honor the men who raised us, protected us, shaped us, and showed us what resilience looks like.

As a father, entrepreneur, and someone who knows how much intention goes into selecting a gift that speaks louder than words, I want to help you do more than check off a box. I want you to help Dad feel truly seen.

This is why I created this guide—personally—from me to you. Because your father, your grandfather, your husband, or that guiding male figure in your life… deserves more than a coffee mug and tie. He deserves a sensory escape. He deserves luxury, peace, and powerful memories in every note of scent and drop of lotion.

🔥 The Power of Gifting Wellness

Let’s be real: we live in a world that teaches men to keep moving, keep pushing, keep going. But who’s telling Dad that it’s okay to slow down?

At YOU ME & EMILIO, our wellness products are handcrafted with this idea in mind: men deserve relaxation too.

We source the cleanest ingredients, curate masculine yet comforting aromas, and create functional, elegant designs—all made in small batches here in Dallas, Texas.

🕯️ Part I: Soy Candles that Speak His Language

One thing I’ve learned in this business is this: the right scent can change everything.

Our soy candles aren’t just something you light and forget. They’re intentional. Mood-shifting. Memory-making. And we created a few special ones with Father’s Day in mind.

✨ Mahogany Teakwood Soy Candle

This one? Pure luxury.

Imagine an old-school library, leather-bound books, deep mahogany wood, and a glass of aged bourbon nearby. It blends mahogany, oak, and cedarwood, but we soften it with lavender and subtle florals.

It’s masculine, warm, and completely unforgettable. Perfect for the dad who’s always been a rock in your life.

💬 Best For: Classy dads, quiet thinkers, and anyone who appreciates timeless style.

✨ Palo Santo Soy Candle

This candle is sacred.

Palo Santo, or “holy wood,” is known for its cleansing energy and grounding scent. We crafted ours to honor ancient rituals while feeling modern and cool.

Light this one in Dad’s office, his garage gym, or right next to his turntable. It’s earthy, slightly citrusy, with hints of mint and wood.

💬 Best For: The spiritual dad, the yogi, the deep thinker.

✨ Bossy Soy Candle

Bold. Smooth. Unapologetic.

Bossy was made for the dads who walk into the room and own it. It’s cologne-like with refined musk, a little amber, and a mysterious confidence.

💬 Best For: CEOs, hustlers, and alpha types.

✨ Forty Fragrance Soy Candle

This scent is personal.

I crafted it to celebrate my 40th birthday, and it reflects everything that milestone meant to me—strength, growth, and understated elegance. It’s a bold blend of musky and floral tones that lingers beautifully in any room.

It’s one of those scents that people ask about every time they walk in.

💬 Best For: Sophisticated dads, candle connoisseurs, and the man who owns his presence.

✨ Breathe & Relax Soy Candle

This one’s for every dad who needs to chill but won’t admit it.

Eucalyptus and spearmint work together like a cold plunge for the senses. It’s soothing, refreshing, and almost meditative.

💬 Best For: New dads, overworked dads, and wellness junkies.

✨ NO. 45 Bourbon Butterscotch Fragrance Oil

This one’s indulgent in the best way.
I created it for my 45th birthday, and it’s a whole mood. Rich butterscotch, aged bourbon whiskey, and creamy vanilla all swirl together in a scent that’s as comforting as it is bold. Inspired by the fan-favorite from Bath & Body Works—but with an elevated, more luxurious twist.

It smells like celebration, connection, and that “treat yourself” kind of energy.

💬 Best For: Dads who love a good pour, sweet nostalgia, and a whole lot of style.

✨ Texas Cowboy Soy Candle

This one? Straight from the heart of the Wild West.

Our Texas Cowboy Soy Candle is bold and rugged, with a rich leather aroma that transports you to the wide-open plains of Texas. Inspired by the strength and resilience of real cowboys, this candle captures the golden warmth of a Western sunset, the scent of saddle-worn leather, and a touch of frontier mystique.

It’s more than a fragrance—it’s a statement.

💬 Best For: Western lovers, ranch dads, adventurers, and anyone with Lone Star spirit.

💧 Part II: Hand & Body Lotions for a Daily Ritual

Gifting lotion might not be your first instinct for Dad—but hear me out.

Our hand & body lotions are not greasy or overly fragrant. They’re smooth, nourishing, and infused with fragrance oils designed to recharge. They moisturize without shine and absorb fast—ideal for hands, elbows, or even tattoo care.

🌿 Mahogany Teakwood Hand & Body Lotion

This is the everyday lotion Dad didn’t know he needed. Same scent as the candle—so if you’re thinking of a gift set, this duo is gold.

💬 Perfect Pair: The Mahogany Teakwood Candle

🌿 Palo Santo Hand & Body Lotion

Natural. Cooling. Healing.

Ideal for after workouts, long walks, or before meditation. Pairs perfectly with the candle or our Palo Santo Fragrance Oil.

🌿 Breathe & Relax Hand & Body Lotion

Eucalyptus + Spearmint in lotion form? Yes, please.

This one is my personal daily go-to. It wakes me up, clears my mind, and starts the day off right.

💬 Perfect Pair: Our Liberty Diffuser or the Soy Candle from this collection.

🌀 Part III: Diffusers & Fragrance Oils – Set the Vibe

Let’s talk about the unsung hero of wellness: diffusers.

A diffuser isn’t just decorative. It changes the air, the mood, the moment. We designed ours to be bold, artistic, and totally gift-worthy.

Here are my top recommendations:

💨 Liberty Flag Diffuser

For the proud, patriotic, and powerful dad. It’s clean, minimal, and impactful.

💨 Navy Blue & White Stripe Diffuser

Cool, calm, and collected—just like the dad who always handles things with grace.

💨 Stormy Night Diffuser

A bit mysterious. For the deep souls, jazz lovers, or night owls.

💨 Midnight Chains Diffuser

Bold, edgy, almost rebellious. For the biker dad, the artist, the one who colors outside the lines.

🌬️ Fragrance Oils to Match:

• Breathe & Relax Oil: Spa-like, fresh, and calming.
• Forty Oil: Masculine, complex, wise.
• Mahogany Teakwood Oil: Rich, woodsy, grounded.
• Palo Santo Oil: Ancient, balanced, refreshing.
• No. 45 Bourbon Butterscotch Oil: Rich, aged, bold.
• Texas Cowboy Oil: Wild, bold, rugged.

💬 Pro Tip: Match a diffuser and oil with a soy candle or lotion for the ultimate gift set.

🎁 Part IV: Father’s Day Gift Guide Sets

Here are 3 foolproof, curated bundles:

💼 “Man Cave Mastery” Bundle

• Mahogany Teakwood Candle

• Mahogany Teakwood Lotion

• Liberty Diffuser

• Breathe & Relax Oil

🧘♂️ “Zen Dad” Bundle

• Palo Santo Candle

• Palo Santo Lotion

• Midnight Chains Diffuser

• Palo Santo Oil

🏆 “Boss Moves” Bundle

• Bossy Soy Candle

• Forty Lotion

• Navy Stripe Diffuser

• Forty Oil

❤️ From My Family to Yours

I created this brand because I believe in moments—intentional ones. Whether it’s the smell of your dad’s cologne when he hugged you before your first job interview, or the way his hand felt after a long day’s work—those moments matter.

This Father’s Day, don’t just gift. Make a memory.

Honor Dad with something handcrafted, thoughtful, and rooted in care.

From our Dallas studio to your home—Happy Father’s Day.

With gratitude,
Emilio Horton
Founder, YOU ME & EMILIO