Emergency services were called after an explosion in a car outside a B&Q hardware store.
One person was hurt following the blast in a car park that caused "significant damage" to the vehicle in Southend, Essex.
Pictures on social media showed a silver Ford Focus with its windscreen, doors and roof blown out, with police and firefighters surrounding it.
Essex fire officers said the cause of the explosion was accidental, after a cigarette ignited gases in an air freshener.
They said in a statement: "The explosion happened after a build-up of gases from an aerosol air freshener was accidentally ignited by a cigarette."
The East of England Ambulance Service said one of its ambulances was sent to the scene.
The victim suffered minor injuries and was treated at Southend University Hospital.
Albert Quixall wrote on Twitter: "Just missed witnessing car explosion near Southend. Very loud bang. Ford Focus doors, windscreen, roof blown out. B&Q staff rushing to help."
They added: "Awful. Emergency services on scene. One injured. Hope they are ok."
Temporary assistant divisional officer of Essex County Fire and Rescue Service, Justin Benson-Ryal, said: "Incidents like this are extremely rare.
"But it is important for everyone to be aware how flammable aerosol cans, such as air fresheners and deodorants, can be.
"We strongly advise that you not to use an aerosol in a confined space and also you should not smoking during or shortly after use."
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