If you're on the hunt for a perfect gift for the candle lover in your life, why not introduce an eco-friendly candle to their collection? Think non-toxic wax, organic wicks, and reusable containers with the scent that most reminds you of your friend.
And trust us: due diligence on candles is a must! Cheaper candles often contain paraffin wax — a petroleum-based product that's not great for the environment or our lungs. Thankfully, we now have an abundance of eco-friendly companies creating safer candle experiences with less waste. Below are a few of our favorites.
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Anecdote Candles — Forest Bathing
Why It's Cool
Anecdote's candles are hand-poured with natural ingredients and no additives, dyes, or preservatives. They're a great option for folks who like unique scents. Each candle tells a story, like this one which "smells like clear minds and awakened spirits" (and green tea and lemongrass!).
$26
Ritual + Fancy Natural Flower Petal Glass Tumbler Candle
Why It's Cool
Looking for a pop of color in your gift? Try this gorgeous upgrade — a 100% soy candle adorned with colorful dried flowers. Hand-poured by workers at a woman- and BIPOC-owned company, lighting up these candles is the ultimate in good vibes.
$36
Grow Fragrance Pear Cider Candle Set
Why It's Cool
Do you ever get to the end of a candle and struggle mightily to clean the container for reuse? Spare your gift recipient from that pain with Grow Fragrance, a B Corp and 1% for the Planet company. Its toxin-free candles come in a recyclable aluminum insert for easy, no-waste candle replacements.
$34
NOTES Candle Refill System - Warm Cozy Duo
Why It's Cool
Single-use containers of all kinds end up in the landfill every day, and NOTES wants to cut that down by reimagining how we use candles. The set comes with two refill packets of fragranced wax beads and a wick so you can reuse the same container over and over. Just like that — no waste!
$54
Siblings Starter Set
Why It's Cool
For the high-end candle connoisseur, consider this set. The brass forever vessel is made by one of the world's oldest companies and offers a scent that's lagom — Swedish for "just right." Just microwave the eco-friendly coconut blend wax — sent as often as you need in 100% compostable bags — then pour into the vessel and enjoy.
$64
Satya + Sage Goddess Candle
Why It's Cool
A woman-owned brand founded on a love of eco-friendly scents and daily self care, Satya + Sage's 100% vegan candle brings the essence of summer with plenty of bergamot and citrus notes. Perfect for a mid-winter pick-me-up!
$34
Ember and Loam Eco-Lighter
Why It's Cool
Skip disposable lighters and tuck one of these eco-lighters into any candle lover's gift bag. It's sleek, rechargeable via a small charging cable, and able to be tucked away just about anywhere for when you need your next candle fix.
$34
The Growing Candle — Edith
Why It's Cool
With 12 scents to choose from, there's sure to be a winner for everyone in this range of small batch, vegan and cruelty-free, low-waste candles. Bonus: it's a double gift! Once the candle's all used up, fill the container with soil and plant the label to enjoy a burst of wildflowers.
$32
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