We found that offering up simple black and white jars with our already excellent scents would help us as a brand. The straight sided jars are just opaque enough to give the appearance of something decorative without restricting light from the FSC-certified double wood wick.
The opacity of the jars does something for our glass that clear glass simply cannot compete with - NO visible wax residue. Our wicking process already eliminates the wax from sticking to the glass as it burns the new glass takes it one step further. The white and black jars have our simple, minimal branding on a die-cut heat resistant clear sticker.
Our candles are still made with 100% undyed soy wax from American farmers, FSC-certified double wood wicks from American loggers, and handcrafted in the USA. Simple, elegant, straight lines will add another dimension to your decor. Try one today!
]]>The answer is simple. You can adapt the method discussed in this article. But before we proceed to the actual process, let us remind you that you should not use any sharp object on the screen as it can cause significant damage. Similarly, going rigorous on your screen is not an option either. So, stick with the method below to get the best results without any damage.
Here’s the process to get the wax candle off your TV Screen.
Wasn’t the procedure of removing wax off the TV screen simple? You can use it on all types of screens and glass surfaces without any problems.
]]>Candles without wax!!! Yes, this is possible. You can get a wax-free candle. How is that so? We’ll help you make a candle without wax in this guide.
Below are the main steps in making a candle without wax:
You don’t need wax for creating the candles always. You can make wax-free candles and that too by putting in little effort in the process.
]]>Life during and after a pandemic is indeed stressful; we are all surrounded by negative thoughts. It is not at all easy to maintain sanity without losing it all. But, have you ever thought about changing your mood and emotions—naturally? You do not need a specific reason to light a candle but one great reason is that they can bring absolute warmth and comfort to your home with a scented candle.
Also, did you know; you can pick a scented candle based on your mood and emotions. Returning home from a stressful day at work, a soothing scented candle can make everything better and brighter. Pamper yourself with candle therapy, a fragrance that can help you relax and extract the positive vibes from the environment.
If you are about to explore the market for some new candles to add to your nightstand, or if you have recently stepped into the world of candles, we have gathered all the best-scented candle brands under one umbrella. Do not waste your time searching for a winner. Let’s make your bathroom and bedroom smell like a spa! ‘Sniff The Pleasure’
The first best-scented candle brand on our list is Wax and Wick. The apparent reason for Wax and Wick topping the table is, “Say goodbye to Soot.” We came up with candle making; only because of this sole reason. We wanted no residue candles, as the candles we were using were damaging our walls. The best part about Wax and Wick is; soy wax and wood wicks. Candles made from soy wax are safe and are also a natural alternative to paraffin and beeswax. Moreover, it’s biodegradable. You must add our classic addition to your home decor, as it burns clean and does not disturb the air quality.
Who does not know about Yankee Candles? Almost everyone loves them. Their seasoned candles: Christmas cookies, Mistletoe, North Pole, and White Fir are among the best selling candles of the winter season. The best part about Yankee candles is the burning time and quality of the jars. You can even light Yankee’s candles in a basement or den; the fragrance can quickly surround the larger areas and rooms.
If you are looking for some; fresh, fruity, floral, blossom fragrances—Glade is a good option. The candles' lasting power is extremely attractive; the candle lasts about 14 hours, despite the size. It burns real slow and fills the room with equal fragrances. Also, you can get a matching air-freshener to create a balance of smell in the room.
A noticeable scent, high-intensity, and fancy jars; if you are looking for these qualities—bath and body works will come to the rescue. The candles by BBW are nice, clean, and fresh. You can either go for a woodsy/masculine variant, or you can also get fresh, floral, or mahogany. Also, they have three-wick candles too. One candle by BBW can make your entire house smell heavenly.
Lovely decorative candle jars and impressive scents; Voluspa is definitely a good brand of scented candles. They have a variety of candles; you can get hundreds of different fragrances under one brand. The chic and fancy packaging looks exceptionally appealing. Champagne, vanilla, and barrel oak scented candles are the most loved candles by Voluspa.
With the notes of peppermint, black pine, musk, and vanilla, Manly Indulgence knows how to make the best soy-blend candles. They have candles made out of wooden wick and fragrances that can blend and resemble fresh forest air.
Also Read: How to Get Candle Wax out of Clothes?
It’s been more than a year since the pandemic. We have been on house arrest and grounded in our homes. Because of that we are spending much more time in our homes than usual. Now having a relaxing space in your house is paramount, something that is warm and welcoming. We may have underestimated the power of having a fragrant smell in our home. Keeping in mind that; we spend the majority of our time inside so we need to make sure that our house smells amazing with scented candles.
We all know about fruity-floral scent-bombs that create a special feeling. However, men's candles are much more than floral bombs. The world of candles has progressed, and there are various candles; based on your days, mood, feelings, seasons, etc. There are endless options to choose from, from masculine to feminine. Yes, you can choose from; spicy, smokey, sultry fragrances that can create a masculine vibe in your home; with attractive and appealing packaging too.
The smells of your house speak for the man you want to be; you can either be on the musky, woody side or fresher floral. However, you can choose from various candles, below is our favorite scented candles for men.
We are all exhausted with our robotic routines due to the pandemic. Moreover, the work-load and pressure has also increased. You can get a hint of the notes from the name by the candle. Whiskey candles will help in lifting a man’s mood after a long and tiring day at work. If you work from home, try lighting this candle in another room, where you sleep or relax after work. The whiskey candle will give you a feeling of diving into a bottle of rye. The high notes of whiskey and middle notes of citrus and oak, and ending notes of Tonka and sandalwood will make you feel refreshed and energized.
Who doesn’t love the fragrant smell of vanilla? You may be a strong-gentleman with strong emotions, but you do have a soft-corner for vanilla deep-down. However, a driftwood candle is not just about vanilla and it's sweet smell. The combination of classic vanilla and rich amber with the ending notes of sandalwood and musk is all you need to convey your mixed emotion. When in doubt, light driftwood. Moreover, we would recommend using this men’s candle in the bedroom or bathroom; this may serve as a mood changer while taking a hot shower.
There is nothing like the smell of fresh roasted coffee beans. The aroma of coffee can refresh your mood and put a smile on your face. However, we would recommend that you light this men’s candle while you are cooking in the kitchen. Made from 100% undyed soy and double wood wick, espresso scented with soy wax that provides a consistent burn with the fragrance of a ‘ busy coffee cafe,’ surrounded with sweet notes of hot chocolate and a dash of cinnamon. Also, it can last up to 50-60 hours, 3 hours per session.
You must have heard about Pinus Wallichiana, commonly known as ‘Himalayan white pine or Bhutan pine. Dr. Nathaniel Wallich first introduced seeds of Bhutan pine to England in 1827. Since 1827, blue pine has been used as a stress-buster as well. We would highly recommend you to use this men’s candle in the study-room. You can also light this soy wax candle in the area where you spend most of your day thinking about your future and life. The high-notes of citrus will help extract the positive vibes from the room, the middle notes of cedarwood will lighten up your mood, and the ending notes of pine will give you a fresh outlook to your day.
Do you feel depressed while thinking about the global situation and happenings? Are you worried and concerned about what will happen next? Whatever happens next, we need to make sure that we are optimistic and transparent with our thoughts. Black forest men’s candle will surely distract you from the depressing situations. An incredibly refreshing scent that can help you in realigning your relations with nature.
We miss the late-night bonfires by the beach, do you miss it too? Bonfires are pure and refreshing; if you miss the fire sessions as much as we do, get the fireside candle scent. The recreational and comfortable scent will give you a reason to escape from the negativity and fatigue in the present world today. Without leaving your house, you can enjoy the feeling of a beach, wood, coals, and winds. The high notes of smoke and wood, mixed with the middle notes of clove and amber, will leave you mesmerized. Along With a hint of patchouli, you will indeed have the best time of your life.
Spindly trees, enchanted forests, and eerie shadows remind us of fairy tales. Wandering the paths and getting lost in the woods; do you also want to stumble into a gingerbread house? If you want to feel like you're in a magical forest, get the dark woods scented men’s candle that will give you a relaxing earthy fragrance. The fresh woody scent will leave you enchanted, and you will not think about anything else; except for the witches and woods.
Can't go out in the city to explore the serene and empty roads? We are giving you an option to achieve the same feeling without spending money on fuel. Our oakmoss candle will provide you plant-like feels, not in the forest but at home. With the combination of amber and herbs, you can get the alternative of the enchanting and quiet forest life.
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Soy-Paraffin Blend Wax
Paraffin Wax
Buy our 100% soy wax, minimalist design candles to add to your homes environment for a safe alternative to the average (and cheaply made) paraffin candle!
]]>We pour all of our candles one at a time and batch scents together to create uniformity among the batches. It doesn't exactly matter what vessel we're pouring into as long as it's safe to reach optimal burning temperatures. Our wood wicks burn evenly across the entire candle creating a pool that burns for approximately twice as long as a similarly sized paraffin candle. We don't use a paraffin blend to cheat our way to a cold scent throw. The cold throw is determined by the percentage of fragrance used in relation to the amount of wax melted. Some companies go out of their way to use double the scent or even paraffin blends to help the scent integrate with the wax. Soy wax doesn't always cooperate with fragrance oils, therefore finding the correct percentage of oil maximizes the cold scent throw and guarantees that our candles stand up with the big name competitors without having to resort to laziness.
All of our cold scent throws are in direct result of hours testing the way the oil mixes with the wax. When you purchase your first wax & wick 100% soy candle you'll notice a clean-burning difference immediately. Say no to paraffin and yes to soy.
]]>Our 6oz. tin is similar in burn time to the 3oz. votive size, 45 minutes per use. The diameter of the tin is larger than the votive so moving during or after use is safe. Remember, a small fire can turn into a big fire very quickly. This candle will burn for 25-35 hours.
Now, the 10oz. 100% soy wax candle can burn for three hours at a time. Let the wax pool around the FSC-certified double wood wick each time you use the candle. When using the candle in three hour increments the candle will burn for 50-60 hours.
Browse our selection of safe and amazing candles, here!
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Wax & Wick proudly offers the following:
Wholesale Purchases:
Wholesale purchases can be made directly through email.
Drop-Shipping:
Wax & Wick will drop-ship products to your customers for an extra charge. Use our pictures, use our descriptions, and sell our product for a price of your choosing. The customer purchases from you, you order from us, and we ship directly to your customer. With this model you can build a business without having to build stock. To get started with our drop shipping program, simply contact us by email to setup an account.
Private Labeling:
We will manufacture our candles without labeling - you will affix your own branding on our candles and ship to your customers. We handle the manufacturing and you handle the marketing/branding. For more information on private labeling, email us.
Get Started:
The following information is required to setup a new wholesale, drop shipping, or private label account:
You may purchase samples from us. For a price list of sample products, email us - all of our products, regardless if it is wholesale or retail, are made in small-batch quantities. Please allow up to 14 business days for all wholesale orders to be completed (this does not include drop shipping orders, drop shipping orders will be processed within 3 business days). No refunds or exchanges on wholesale orders. All orders will be shipped through USPS. Wax & Wick, or any of its employees, will not be responsible for delays, damages, or lost packages made or caused by USPS shipping options. Once the package leaves our facility, we cannot control the mishandling or misuse or the shipping companies. For international orders, the buyer is responsible for any and all tax, custom, and port fees your country may charge you at the time of pick up. Wax & Wick is not responsible for any fees or charges that may occur at time of pick up at customs.
]]>These instructions will give you a good foundation for How to Make a scented soy Candle.
Congratulations, you just made your first soy candle!
When you sit back and light it for the first time take pride in the fact that you just made a eco-friendly candle. It's carbon neutral. Thank you for reading and good luck!
*Disclaimer - please be sure to follow the instructions carefully and burn your candle responsibly.
We had to learn how to make our own candles. The process for learning the art of candlemaking came with a huge learning curve. Countless hours of practice pours, fragrance load, curing times, etc. All of these pieces came together slowly but surely.
The jars they used looked okay but were hardly anything unique or marketable. They had slight advantages over every other kind of jar we looked at. They we're available and looked better and were available locally. We can't be mad at them, they helped us start our company. Without those clear jars we would still be figuring out how to use someone else's product.
The clear jars were a stepping stone and a great medium to deliver our real scents with our double wood wicks. Unfortunately, we have outgrown them. Our brand has changed significantly since the first days of mixing scents in my kitchen, to upgrading our pour pots, testing damn near every fragrance oil available, and moving into a bigger facility to help us keep up with demand. This post isn't to sever the tie with clear, just wish it well as we phase it out in favor of our new black and white jars.
One day we will find the perfect clear jar - or we will just continue using our beautiful new black and white jars. We always use 100% soy wax, FSC-certified wood wicks, and phthalate free fragrance oil to make sure our candle is the safest candle available. Made in the USA!
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]]>As mood-setters, candles are among the hardest-working decorations you can find: When lit, they cast a warm glow (and often, a great scent) that can transform the ambience of almost any room to warm and festive. But even before you light it, a candle's color, and the way you display it, will amp up a room's style-factor.
But the 'burning' question is: How do you choose a great candle? Easy. Determine how these six must know facts apply to you, and you'll know the right way light up your home.
Among the most popular candle materials, you'll find:
The most common candle shapes are:
Scented candles are a great way to create ambiance: You can find almost any aroma, from pumpkin spice, to vanilla, rose, lime, berry, lavender and cedar. There are even quick scent organic candles that burn fast and scent the air more quickly.
But scented candles can interfere with the taste of your food, so if you prefer the look of candles but don't want the smell, choose unscented options.
The material of the wick makes a difference in how well the candle burns, and in how much care the candle requires. Look for a cotton wick, which burns more evenly and slowly than wire woven types. Cotton wicks also don't require trimming, and they smoke less than wire wicks.
If the safety of candles is a problem for you, try a flame-free option. These give the look and feel of candles without fire or smoke. Flameless candles use low-voltage LED lighting, which flickers and fades, imitating flames. Some come with remote controls or built-in timers that shut the candles off after a specified period. You'll even find battery-operated tea lights. Some flameless candles are made of plastic, while others are made of wax.
Some candles, such as free-standing solid pillar varieties and jar types, don't need a holder. Others, like taper candles, require candlesticks, and votive, floating, and luminary candles must burn in some sort of glass or metal container.
Let’s be honest: Shopping for soy candles is a fairly thoughtless task. If we do spend more than 3 seconds mulling over whether to buy one candle over another, it’s mainly for scent reasons. But whether it was a taper that dripped all over the table or a pillar that burned so unevenly that you’d think it was placed at a 90 degree angle, we’ve all gotten ripped off in this department. And even if it’s a question of $5, it’s $5 more than we’d like to lose on a purchase.
It doesn’t have to be that way. These tried-and-true simple shopping tips will reliably guide you to a quality candle…at any price point.
- Go for soy. We never thought it made a difference (except in price tag) whether a candle was made of soy versus paraffin—until we found out that paraffin candles can emit toxic chemicals like toluene and benzene. Also, soy wax burns more evenly than paraffin candles. Soy candles have become more affordable over the years, but your options tend to be limited to jarred candles (since 100% soy wax is far softer than paraffin). We think that it’s okay to use a soy-blend, which will still burn cleaner (in every sense of the word) than pure paraffin.
- Want a drip-free candle? Try beeswax. We’ve swapped our standard formal tapers years ago for beeswax ones and haven’t looked back since. Beeswax, on average, burns twice as slowly as paraffin wax. Plus, it doesn’t drip all over the place as the candle burns. The only downside is that it can smell a bit like honey.
- The wick matters. The highest-quality candles use a braided cotton wick, instead of the kind that have a wire woven into the wick. Cotton wicks burn evenly (and slowly), don’t require regular trimming and won’t smoke as much as a wiry wick.
- Don’t fall for old-timey jars. Apothecary-style jars (where the neck is smaller than the rest of the jar) tend to get sooty, since the thinner neck doesn’t allow air to circulate sufficiently around the wick.
- Avoid dark colors. A high pigment content can keep the wick from absorbing the wax, which feeds the flame. This increases the likelihood of drips.
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When buying the best American made scented soy candles you should expect:
Clean Burn
This is one of the strong points of any good soy candle over paraffin candles.
It should be burning cleanly for you without soot or smoke and it should not tunnel, for example - Wax & Wick candles leave no wax residue left on the side of our new custom glass. If you really wanted to you can turn our jars into decorative tumblers - the ideas are truly endless.
When our 100% soy candle is nearly finished, you will notice that they do not smoke nor cause soot but blended ones will and you may notice some soot appearing along the top of the glass. Never spend your hard earned money on cheap candles. Companies promise long burn times and great fragrance throw - at the expense of using cheap wax and cheap wicks.
A further sign of a high quality scented soy candle is that the wood wick does not need to be trimmed. With past purchases you may have noticed that some candles develop red glowing bubble or head that eventually drops off into the wax to create a nasty mess in the wax. This happens usually because of an inferior cotton wick. Our 100% FSC-certified wood wicks do not EVER need to be trimmed.
Every Wax & Wick candle will burn down cleanly and completely, will not soot, smoke, nor will it leave soot marks on the glass.
100% Natural & Eco Friendly
The best soy candles are made from 100% natural soy wax without any synthetic or petroleum derived additives. These additives are not necessary and yet many candle companies blend soy wax into a paraffin wax candle. This is called a soy blend. Check the bottom safety label of any candle you're using, if it is commercially available the ingredients should be listed. The companies don't usually share the blend amount but it is safe to assume 90% paraffin to 10% soy.
Wax & Wick uses only 100% soy wax for your candle.
This is for the benefit of being able to claim "natural" or "soy candle" but also to keep the price of the candle cheap. If you see a "soy" candle that is very cheap, chances are that it contains poisonous paraffin wax and not considered as the organic candles.
Healthy Burn
This is the strongest point of a high quality soy candle.
With soy being natural, it does not contain toxins that are carcinogenic!
Paraffin contains toxins such as toluene and benzene, which are known carcinogens. It has been scientifically proven that a candle flame does not burn hot enough to destroy these ingredients before they are passed into the air, which makes paraffin candles air pollutants or harmful to the quality of the air in your home.
Another key element you should expect of Wax & Wick candles is that we only use natural wood wicks, free from metal and cotton. Metal particles are woven into cotton wicks to keep them upright while the candle burns. Zinc and lead are typical examples of these - burning them in any candle can lead to lead or zinc poisoning.
We only use 100% soy wax sourced from Midwestern farmers in the United States with FSC-certified wood wicks sourced directly from the United States.
Strong Perfume
Whenever there is a valid criticism of soy candles then it is the lack of 'fragrance bloom', in other words, many people find that the fragrance from a soy candle is not particularly strong.
The reasons are easily explained: soy wax has a lower melt-point than paraffin and the cooler the molten wax, the less perfume evaporates.
The melt-point of soy wax is around 35-55 degrees celsium whereas paraffin wax's is at 55-70 deg C. This difference does not seem much but it become most significant when you consider that for every 10 degrees celsius you double the amount of perfume which evaporate.
Here is an example: a typical perfumed soy wax candle will have a meltpoint of about 45 deg C and a fragranced paraffin candle will be at about 65 deg C. This is 20 deg C in the difference and it means that the paraffin candle releases 4 x times as much perfume into the room as the soy candle. It is no wonder that the paraffin candle seems stronger!
The first solution to this is to only use strong and highly concentrated perfumes or essential oils in the candle. With essential oils and high quality fragrance oils being expensive, many perfumers dilute them. It then seems like a lot of odorous compounds are being added to the candle when in fact it is mainly diluents. This is what typically happens with budget priced scented candles.
A further solution is to deeply and highly scent the wax. Cheap paraffin candles only fragrance the upper most layer of the candle. When you look at the side of a cheap scented candle and you notice a thin line running around the glass, then there is a high probability that only the top is scented. The best perfumed soy candles are all fragranced from top to bottom contain a large amount of fragrance.
The single most effective solution, and the one we developed here at PAIRFUM, is to raise the melt-point of the soy wax used. We achieve this first by starting with a grade of soy wax which naturally has a high melt-point and then we further increase it by adding other 100% natural waxes that melt only at high temperatures. This lifts the temperature of the molten soy wax and boost the fragrance intensity to levels similar to paraffin candles.
Other companies believe they enhance their soy candle by adding coconut wax. Unfortunately, this is another low temperature wax and we find it merely reduces the cost of the candle rather than improve the burn quality or more importantly increase the fragrance strength.
We never compromise like this on quality. Instead, we use a combination of all three solutions outlined above to ensure PAIRFUM soy candles infuse your home with a beautifully strong perfume.
Longer Burn
Due to the fact that soy wax has a lower meltpoint, it has been found that on average they burn about 30% longer than a comparative paraffin candle.
Eco-Friendly
With soy wax being made from soya beans, it is a natural and sustainable resource that can be used for many generations to come.
Equally, it is a biodegradable wax that can go back into the ground and break-down harmlessly.
Craftsmanship
Most of the best scented soy candles are hand poured.
This does not increase the measurable quality of how the candle burns or smells but it does improve how the candle looks and presents itself. With soy wax being natural, every candle behaves slightly different when it is being made. This in turn, requires hand finishing and hand pouring to ensure that a soy candle is beautifully finished.
Soy candles that are produced by skilled artisans do exude a certain personality, character and finesse that candles which are mass-manufactured on factory production lines and machines cannot match.
These are essentially the same reasons why some iconic British brands like Rolls Royce®, Asprey®, Barbour® and others still advocate 'hand made' for key elements of the products they produce. Hence, all PAIRFUM® candles are still handmade by highly skilled Artisans in our studios here in the UK.
Only The Best Suffices
Rest assured that we distill all of our knowledge, passion and commitment to quality in every one of PAIRFUM's luxuriously fragrant soy candles.
Envelop your family & friends only with the healthy atmosphere of soy candles candles and will infuse your rooms with evocative and beautifully natural couture perfume.
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Choosing The Right Fragrance In Soy Candles?
Be creative and set a different fragrance tone in every room of your home.
Our soy waxes are infused with natural and pure perfume oils. When lit, PAIRFUM candles will slowly release their fragrance to permeate your home with a sophisticated fragrance, a warming atmosphere for many pleasurable hours.
Here are general fragrance families that offer some guidance. Enjoy the journey of discovery.
Flowers
Floral fragrances shine with their romantic and feminine character but also their natural beauty.
Generally speaking, floral fragrances fall into one of two categories (but these obviously overlap):
Red Flowers
These are the rich, sensuous and heady fragrances.
The most prominent types are centered around rose, also known as the 'queen of flowers'. But this group also includes violet, peony, orchid, mimosa, camellia, champaca, freesia, hyacinth, lilac and heliotrope.
White Flowers
This fragrance type is personified by jasmine with other members being orange blossom, tuberose, gardenia, honeysuckle, lilac, magnolia, osmanthus, ylang ylang, iris, lily of the valley, narcissus and many other blooms with pale petals.
White flower notes are generally light and fresh with more of an outdoor feeling.
Aromatic & Aquatic
Freshness is the overriding sensation of these fragrances.
The breaking waves of the ocean, the freshness of the wind or a clear blue lagoon. These are the images conjured up by the scents in the aquatic olfactive group. The notes tend to be transparent, fresh, natural, radiant and lasting.
Lavender, rosemary and artemesia are aromatic notes. The lend virility and energy to a fragrance. To reinforce their freshness, aromatic fragrances are often combined with citrus or spicy notes.
Wood & Moss
This olfactive heading summarises scents based on woods such as sandalwood, patchouli, vetiver or cedar. Woods are typically at the base of a fragrance giving it richness and warmth. Today woody notes can be both masculine and very feminine in character, whereas in the past they were predominantly used in men's perfumery.
Woods have many different olfactive profiles:
Mosses are a sub-group, as they grow as lichen on or around tree, such as oakmoss and tree moss. Oakmoss has a rich, earthy and woody aroma whereas tree moss is slightly fresher, reminiscent of pine bark. Mosses lend a dark sensuality and a retro feeling to fragrances.
Mosses are the key ingredient in chypre notes. The term 'chypre' is pure perfumery language and not familiar to many. Chypre is not actually an ingredient but describes an accord that always consists of these three elements:
Chypre perfumes are both fresh and warm with a lingering richness. Armani's Aramis is a typical example.
Fougère (French for 'fern') is not an ingredient but another accord: lavender, oakmoss and coumarin. It recreates a green, woody, moist / damp and cool forest. Archetypical fougères as masculine fragrances.
Resins & Balms
Some of the most ancient aroma compounds below to this class of ingredients and they form the backbone of many Oriental accords.
Balsams include materials such as vanilla, benzoin, Peru balsam, Tolu balsam but also some waxes and they tend to be soft and warm in nature with many of them also having fixative properties, i.e. they make other ingredients last longer.
Amongst the resins are frankincense, opoponax, myrrh, styrax and elemi. Resins are crystallised sap from the bark of trees. Their odour profile is woodier and has a smokey nature when compared with balsams.
Green & Herbaceous
The sensation of these olfactive notes is one being outdoor: amongst the ferns of a forest, barefoot on grass, meandering through a meadow, fresh harvest time. Their olfactive profile remind us of spring and summer. It is a distinctively natural scent with the aroma grasses, herbs, moss, ferns but also bamboo and green tea.
The term 'green' refers to the scent of snapped leaves and freshly-cut grass.
Fig leaf is unique in its character as being both green and sweet. Tomato leaf has more of herbal leaf tone and violet leaf is reminiscent of fresh cut cucumber. Tea leaves are a further sub-category with their distinct aroma: green, red, white, black, Oolong, etc.
Herbs give a fresh, clean and uplifting feeling. A typical accord contains one or more of the following herbs: sage, thyme, bay leaf, mint, anise, tarragon, marjoram, fennel or basil. Basil is unusual in this group due to its spicy profile.
There are other ingredients with an herbaceous odour but which are not herbs: artemisia, calamus, angelica and spikenard.
Citrus
The name describes it perfectly: oranges, lemons, limes and bergamot. Others in this group with a more herbal profile are verbena, petitgrain and lemongrass. Modern citrus variations are pomelo, yuzu and grapefruit.
Citrus oils are also known in perfumery as 'hesperidics' and are a key component of all fresh fragrances with their effervescent and sparkling nature. They lend a sunny and optimistic feeling. Their cleanliness and elegant nature comes to fore in all classic 'eau de colognes'. They are a typical example of a 'top note' in perfumery.
Spicy
These fragrances all share that they literally radiate 'heat' or 'cold':
It is easy to replicate these experiences when tasting them neat.
Fruity
Oh, the wonderfully sweet, fresh and juicy fruit notes are enticing to anybody.
Think of strawberries, peaches, pears, blackcurrant, figs, mango, papaya, plum. The list is literally endlessly appetising.
These notes are wonderful in the kitchen and irresistible to the younger generation, particularly in candles.
Fruity notes beyond citrus (which form a class of its own) have become so popular in recent years that they deserve a category of their own.
Fruits especially have become very popular in combination with floral notes and driven the floral fruity trend.
Oriental & Gourmand
Oriental spices, woods and vanilla create rich, intense but sophisticated fragrances. These fragrances share an certain oriental magic and 'warmth' meets 'sensuality'!
Gourmand notes are reminiscent of foody smells and offer a mouth-watering sensation with their delectable aromas of vanilla, coffee, syrup, dried fruits, coconut, cream, chocolate, crème brulée, cupcakes, nougat, macaroons (the list is endless). They are relatively recent group started by Thierry Mugler's fragrance Angel in 1992. Through their nature these tend to be very playful aromas, show new facettes of perfumery and tend to be genderless. Gourmand notes have been particulary popular in scented candles and home fragrance in general.
Musk, Amber & Animal Notes
Since Neolithic times, Amber (a fossilised tree resin) has been much loved for its colour, beauty and scent, which is warm, sweet and very deep.
"Animal" notes refer to scents that remind us of animals. Perfumers use animal notes to add depth and warm to a fragrance. Historically, they originated from ambergris (wales), deer musk, civet cats, hyrax and castoreum, but have since been completed replaced with synthetic alternatives.
Angelica and Ambrette Seeds, two plants, also produce a scent which is reminiscent of musk.
Fragrance Journey
Scented soy candles are ideal for creating a multi-sensorial experience within your home to the delight visitors and friends. With their clean burn they are perfectly suited for a pure perfume experience.
Why not create a fragrance journey that evolves from room to room or season to season?
Fragrance is magical and has the ability to transform your home into a haven of boutique luxury!
Fragrance And Mood?
With fragrance we have the power to time travel! We have all noticed how certain scents trigger memories and allow us to go back in time to specific moments of our lives. It is surprising how scents trigger strong emotions and feelings of happiness, coziness, relaxation or a even a sense of calm.
This is commonly known as Aromachology. It is an amalgamation of the words 'aroma' and 'psychology'.
Any one of us can use it in our homes to create and improve the atmosphere. Here are some suggestions for you to try and enjoy.
Calming / Comforting
Herbal or aromatic notes such as lavender, sage or tea have the power to create a calming and relaxing emotion.
Vanilla, heliotrope and sandalwood are giving a warm and comforting sensation.
All of these are ideal for some wonderful restorative 'me time' after coming home from work.
Relaxing
Scents built around ingredients such bergamot, camomile but also white floral notes (ylang ylang, jasmin) can have a profound effect on our sense of wellbeing. They can instantly make us feel more relaxed through being soothing.
Use these before going to bed for a restful night's sleep.
Energising / Invigorating
Citrus notes are ideal to kick-start the day or when a little pick-me-up is needed.
Try fragrances with strong nuances of lemon, orange, lime and grapefruit.
Another secret is mint! It is excellent for re-energising and giving an extra boost to your concentration. A real wake-me-up!
Happiness
Fruit notes radiate happiness and sunshine. They are excellent for lifting the mood of your home.
Romantic / Sensuality
Fragrances with rose and tuberose but equally ones with oriental aromas (chocolate, amber and some soft spices) are perfect at creating a romantic setting ideal for a candle-light dinner.
The Science Of Aromachology
It is a relatively new science that was started by the Fragrance Foundation but has a solid basis in neurobiology.
An olfactory stimulus travels directly to the limbic system of the brain. This is where 'memory', our basic instincts (for example: hunger, thirst, sexual drives, survival) and our sense of smell are located.
These relatively primitive parts of our brain have subconsciously a very strong influence on our behaviour and can directly affect our emotions: relaxation, happiness, sensuality, energy, comfort.
Aromachology takes a holistic approach to the sensorial experience of fragrance and demonstrates that we react differently a fragrance depending on our personal memories, our geographical location or culture, the seasons of the year, the time of the day and many other factors.
In many ways, Aromachology is an evolution of Aromatherapy which has a much more simplistic approach.
Fragrance And Rooms?
Some fragrances are better suited than others to certain rooms of your home.
Here are a few suggestions.
Livingroom / Dining room
We recommend comforting fragrances with strong nuances of red flowers but also warming woods or vanilla.
Floriental perfumes are ideally suited.
Kitchen
The kitchen is made for green and herbal notes but also spices and citruses.
Nothing should clash with aroma of your cooking.
Bedroom
While a kids bedroom might prefer fruity fragrances an elegant master bedroom suite lends itself to white flower or lavender notes.
Irrespectively, it should be the domain of your calming and relaxing fragrances.
Bathroom
Aquatic (marine) or aromatic notes are perfectly suited here.
Having said this, complex and sophisticated citrus note can be very energising in the morning.
Hallway
This is the first room your family and friends enter. It should radiate happiness, sunshine and be welcoming.
We believe sophisticated fruity notes will send this signal to all entering your abode.
Orangerie / Conservatory
You may already grow lemon or fig trees here and a similar fragrance would be most suitable in these circumstances.
Otherwise orange blossom, honeysuckle and generally white floral notes lend themselves ideally to this room.
You Are Invited
Enhance the sense of wellbeing throughout your home and envelop every room of your realm with a beautifully natural couture perfume.
Our name implies simplicity, but in reality making candles with 100% soy wax isn't as simple as pouring wax into a jar and calling it a candle. We have spent countless hours testing different scent mixing techniques and fragrance load percentages. To achieve our tremendous hot and cold throws, we load the 100% soy wax with phthalate free fragrance oil - just enough to work with the wax instead of against it. Some fly-by-night brands guess their ratios. We've made it a science.
We have tested multiple different iterations to reach our perfect mixture. Big candle manufacturers use harmful paraffin wax that is over-scented and haphazardly mixed to keep costs low.
Ordering From Wax & Wick Supports Several American Small Businesses
Our glass, safety stickers, labels, soy wax, fragrance, wicks, and boxes all come from different American small businesses. We couldn't keep our candles affordable without sourcing our raw materials from companies that thrive on our repeat orders. And we couldn't do what we do without our customers demanding the best candle for their hard earned money.
Instead of supporting cheap imported goods, why not keep America in business?
Wax & Wick Was Started By Real People Searching For A Solution
We are candle lovers. Finding the perfect candle was an impossibility. Something that was safe to burn in a home filled with animals and children, burned for 50+ hours, and had a wood wick to complement a real scent didn't exist. We took our time sourcing materials to craft something that anyone can enjoy. Would you burn a tire in your home to relax after a long day of work? Don't be fooled by the big guys cheap prices - they use toxic paraffin wax to deliver their scents.
We Care About Our Customers and Our Product
Our candles are poured in small batches allowing us to control the quality of the product. We look at every candle and avoid sending candles with any flaws. You're truly getting the highest quality product shipped directly to your door. Removing the middle man of a brick and mortar operation allows us to keep costs low and customer satisfaction high.
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[Candles aren't just for women, in fact, they may help you keep your woman around.]
Burn our candles. You don't even have to leave your house to buy them. They show up to your door, discreetly. Best Man Candles on the Market hands down!
1. You Don't Do Laundry Often Enough
Women can smell your dirty laundry that you've left out for the last week. You can't smell those socks you wore for 24 hours laying on the floor because you're used to the smell. Turn your bedroom into a relaxing retreat with our Black Amber scented candle.
2. Your Job is Stressful
Maybe you sit behind a computer screen for nine hours or swing a hammer for eight. Our scents clear your mind. They're made from the best sourced fragrances mixed with 100% soy wax. Leave the work at work and relax at home. Check out Whiskey to calm your atmosphere.
3. Fire is Peaceful
Fire is mesmerizing, it taps into so many senses. A fire is unique and watching the flames dance is peaceful. The sound of the crackling wood wick is soothing to the ears. The distinct aroma of our candles is comforting. Get lost in thought with our Candle Collection!
4. Spraying Air Freshener (Chemicals) in Your House is Not Healthy
And they'll destroy your television. YOUR TV. Yes, those chemicals are safe for (almost) everything in your house, except the most import things. You and your TV. The bottle tells you not to consume the spray, before we scent our wax you could eat it (But please don't). The screen on your TV is extremely sensitive and those spray-able fragrance oils will permanently damage your LED 3D 4K 1080p 5K 70" mammoth TV for which you spent a lot of money.
5. It's Good for the Brain
A good candle scent can do wonders for the mind. Try our Blue Pine scent to find your Chi!
6. Sometimes Smoking a Cigar Indoors Feels Good
Why not? You pay the rent/mortgage! If you choose to indulge and it's too cold outside don't let the smell get you down. Smoke a fresh cigar and clear the air with one of our woodsy scents to complement.
7. Cheap Candles Don't do the Job
Seriously, those floral smelling, run-of-the-mill candles burn quickly and leave behind quite a bit of wax on the jars. Our candles burn at a temperature that will not only leave the jar free of wax but will also throw scent throughout a large room.
8. Candles Make it Appear as Though You Can Decorate
Our candles look great in any setting. Clean lines, nice glass, and a masculine presence could fool just about anyone into thinking you've got your life together. Fool them with our Fireside scent!
9. You Love Your Pets
And your dog loves to roll around in dirt and then track that dirt all over your couch. Clean the couch and light a Cedar + Vanilla candle to clear the air. Make sure you light one near the litter box too!
10. You Love Your Mother
Can't invite mom inside your fancy new apartment without a little accoutrement. Show her she raised a Man and not some kind of primate with our Oakmoss wood-wicked candle, available now.
]]>Wood wicks don't ever need to be trimmed, we cut the wick to the proper size before we ship your candle. When extinguishing our wood wick you will notice very little smoke emanating from the wick. Traditional cotton wicks require trimming after each use to reduce the carbon built up at the end of the wick. Besides the carbon build up, cotton wicks are dangerous if not properly trimmed.
Wax and Wick isn't a traditional candle company. Our 100% soy wax wood wick candles are the perfect addition to the rooms of your house.
Cotton Wicks
Buy one of our top selling man candles today!
]]>Great question.
Our candles start in a liquid form. We use 100% soy wax paired with hand-picked fragrance oils. As the oil and wax spend time at 180 degrees they begin to combine. The melted wax accepts the fragrance oil and creates the body of our candle. Not too powerful and certainly not weak. Our candle scents can easily fill a large space without overpowering your senses.
Think about the way you want your house to smell. If you're looking to add some higher energy to the space, use our Espresso candle. Craving to hit the outdoors but its ten degrees below zero - try the Fireside candle to warm up and then light our wood-wicked Blue Pine, Cedar + Vanilla, or Oakmoss scents. If you're looking for a more professional scent, our Amber, Leather, or Whiskey candle will suit your needs.
Our 3oz. and 10oz. candles should be burned in three hour increments.
]]>Burning candles is no excuse to NOT clean, but we can definitely help your abode maintain the freshness that a cleaning service provides.
Use an in-home professional cleaning service if you want your house spotlessly clean without having to lift a finger.
]]>Our candles won't emasculate your space with fancy colors or color-changing glass. Uncomplicated design should be used to complement a space that you've already worked to declutter. Organize your mess, simplify your life, and add a candle to your space. The calming sound of our crackling wood wick will distract your mind during times of peace and silence.
The Wax & Wick logo was created with the minimalist in mind. Sharp, straight lines with no filler to distract from the stark white 100% soy we use to capture our Espresso scent. Our clear glass makes a minimal addition to any room with a lasting visual impression. We appreciate simplicity while striving to combine the best scents with the highest quality 100% soy wax and tasteful wood wicks.
Shopping for a candle has never been easier than visiting our site. No need to even step into a brick and mortar location.
]]>If you've ever spent any time around a bonfire, you'll appreciate our Fireside scent. We have faithfully recreated the comfortable and alluring scent of various wood burning to escape the work day without leaving your house.
The Fireside fragrance oil we use with our soy wax is Phthalate free. A phthalate is a synthesis of phthalic acid - although the effects of human consumption are not proven to be harmful we choose to work with suppliers that offer safer products.
We will touch on Phthalates more in future blogs, long-term safety is a goal of ours. Wax & Wick is fully committed to changing the health landscape for future generations.
We have put in the time and effort learning the exact percentages required to build a superior luxury man candle with a perfectly executed scent throw. The 10oz. Fireside Men's Candle will fill an 800 square foot room - shop now!
]]>I know good doesn't come cheap and cheap isn't good but really, $100 for a candle that would only burn for 40 hours? At the time it seemed ridiculous (still does!) - I then found some cheap men's candles. I won't name any names but they were not attractive scents. Beer, bacon, fart, grass, etc. Candles made for folks that might not get any benefit from a well executed product. Fine. I'll make my own.
I contacted my friend Joe and we decided to create the products we wanted to carry. 100% soy candles sourced from American companies, simple glass jars from America, and wood wicks - again, from the good old U.S.A.
We know you'll like our products, they burn clean and crackle just enough to satisfy - best of all they come in attractive jars and don't cost nearly as much as our competitors. Try a 3oz. candle if you don't want to take the leap. Use the 6oz. travel tin for your car (don't light it). And burn our 10oz. candle if you intend to fill a room with a great scent.
We also offer different candle strengths - Mild, Medium, and Strong. For those with sensitive noses go with the Mild - the amount of fragrance used is just enough to fill the area around the candle. The Medium strength would fill a bedroom with the scent. The Strong pours are good for helping make the space you live in memorable for yourself and the people you invite into your dwelling.
]]>Pinus wallichiana, native to the Himalaya, Karakoram and Hindu Kush mountains. This scent will remind you to find your center during particularly stressful moments. Use this candle in an area of your life that needs the most alignment.
This scent is layered with a crisp citrusy note that isn't overly complex. The wood wick will crackle just enough to remind you that it is still a candle while the 100% soy burns for hours, enhancing your surroundings.
The Blue Pine fragrance oil we use with our soy wax is Phthalate free. A phthalate is a synthesis of phthalic acid - although the effects of human consumption are not proven to be harmful we choose to work with suppliers that offer safer products.
We will touch on Phthalates more in future blogs, long-term safety is a goal of ours. Wax & Wick is fully committed to changing the health landscape for future generations.
We have put in the time and effort learning the exact percentages required to build a superior luxury man candle with a perfectly executed scent throw. The 10oz. Blue Pine Man Candle will fill an 800 square foot room - shop now!
]]>Candles can certainly mask the odors created by smoking indoors but a deep clean can really make a difference. If your particular to cigars we really recommend pairing some of our woodsy scents with some great sticks.
If you're going to smoke in the house use our candles between deep cleans.
]]>A lot of small candle companies use the same tired designs and low grade fragrance oils. The results are a cheap to manufacture candle with a low customer satisfaction rating. The candle just doesn't hold up against the big names (even if the big brand is using paraffin wax). We source the best raw ingredients to guarantee that when you burn our candle you'll be enjoying something safe and powerful. Our candles can easily fill 600+ square feet - small rooms/offices can enjoy the benefit of our fragrances without being lit.
Light the FSC-certified wood wick from one end to the other, letting the flame do the work. Once the candle is lit the wax will begin pooling around the wick and you'll notice the fragrance begin to fill the air. The hot wax should be clear and wet without sticking to the inside of the jar. A lot of candles do not burn correctly and leave residue and soot on the inside of the jar. These candles are soy wax blends (90% paraffin/10% soy) and not 100% soy wax.
Cheap candles are cheap due to being imported from foreign countries and sourced from manufacturers with no desire to be sustainable. Quick dollars in their eyes. We have spent the money and time to create something that we love and we love to share it with our customers. We are very happy to see smiling faces burning our candles and enjoy hearing about how our candles can easily fill a room better than any other candle on the market.
Traditional paraffin candles are manufactured to be used and not enjoyed. They create no emotions and can unearth some hidden allergies you may not have known about previously. Sadly, paraffin candles are the accepted norm due to their availability, cheapness, and ease to manufacture. Paraffin wax accepts ultra high fragrance loads to achieve good hot throw. No effort involved. 100% soy wax requires a careful marriage to fragrance load percentage. Too high and the soy wax becomes oily and unappealing, too low and every candle will smell like artificial leather. We have found the exact measurement for perfect hot throw. Even our cold throw can compete with any big name candle company.
Try Wax & Wick candles today - use code "SOCIAL25" for a 25% discount on any purchase! $8 shipping in any of our 50 United States and FREE shipping with any purchase over $50.
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Phthalate esters are mostly used to plasticize common household materials for commercial use. Some candle makers and fragrance makers use phthalates to weaken raw materials when making oils. Although it is not certain that phthalates can cause ill effects - but we feel more comfortable working with fragrance oils that are safe for human consumption. We try to find phthalate free fragrance oils for our 100% soy wax candles.
Any candle we make that has phthalates in the fragrance will not state "phthalate free" in the description. We also use only the best 100% soy wax (no additives, mixtures, or dyes) and FSC-certified wood wicks.
To find out more about our reason for choosing 100% soy wax please read this. Additionally, if you're interested in why we chose FSC-certified wood wicks, read this.
The CDC states that phthalates are widespread throughout the United States, our goal is to remove some of the danger from household items by creating something consumable and safe for all to use. There are laws against phthalates bring used in some items sold in the United States but none stopping candlemakers from using phthalate synthesized fragrances in their candles. We refrain from using them to protect our customers and the environment - a step further than some manufacturers are willing to go.
Men, women, and children can all be adversely affected by phthalate use. Look at the ingredients and methods of manufacturing for all of the products you consume!
Shop for phthalate free candles here.
Image credit: "Phthalates" by User:Bryan Derksen - Own work. Licensed under Public Domain via Commons - https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Phthalates.svg#/media/File:Phthalates.svg
]]>Scent notes: Vanilla, cream, amber, jasmine, sandalwood, and musk.
Burn this candle in the bathroom and bedroom.
Scent notes: Citrus, cedarwood, and pine.
Burn this candle in the living room and study.
Scent notes: Cedarwood and vanilla.
Burn this candle in the bathroom, bedroom, and just about anywhere you can think of.
Scent notes: Patchouli, powder, musk, amber, and vanilla.
Burn this candle in the bathroom, bedroom, and living room.
Scent notes: Dark roasted coffee and chocolate.
Burn this candle in the kitchen and office.
Scent notes: Smoke, wood, clove, amber, sandalwood, and patchouli.
Burn this candle in the bathroom, bedroom, and living room.
Scent notes: Leather, leather, and more leather.
Burn this candle in the bedroom.
Scent notes: Orange, nutmeg, clove, vanilla, and caramel.
Burn this candle in the family room.
Scent notes: Wood, musk, herbs, and amber.
Burn this candle in the bedroom and living room.
Scent notes: Whiskey, citrus, oak, tonka, and sandalwood.
Burn this candle in the bathroom, bedroom, and living room.
Pick any of these candles and you will be happy to burn them - spend $50 and get free shipping in the USA!
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