Reviewed by Godfrey Ogbo
Some non-toxic candles that can transform your home ambience are Fontana Candle Co, Grow Fragrance Candles, LITE + CYCLE, P.F Candle Co, Neom Organics, etc.
Candles are lovely objects. For thousands of years, many cultures have made it an integral part of daily life. From scented candles for meditation to candles used for incense or those just used to set the mood.
Candles are essential, and sure, you have seen how useful they can be in aiding concentration and clearing the mind.
So what’s the problem?
Well, the issue is that conventional candles can be deadly to your health if you continuously use them. They are made from a range of products that can be very harmful to your health if there is prolonged exposure to them.
So, we have taken the initiative and compiled a list of 19 of the best non-toxic candles in the world.
What are Non-Toxic Candles?
In short, non-toxic candles are candles that are entirely made out of one or more natural waxes. E.g., natural waxes include; Coconut Wax, Apricot wax, Beeswax, soy wax, and so on.
The main reason they are not referred to as toxic is because they don’t contain some of these toxic and hazardous ingredients: Paraffin, Formaldehyde, acetaldehyde, toluene, benzene, acetone, and lead.
If a candle satisfies these two conditions, it can be safely categorized as non-toxic. Now that we have gotten that covered, let’s dive into the best non-toxic candle brands.
19 Non-Toxic Candles To Transform Your Home
1. Fontana Candle Co
Fontana is one of the cleanest brands out there when it comes to candle production. It is actually their company policy to make sure zero toxic substances are in your candle.
They are popular as being one of the best in producing non-toxic candles. Their candle is primarily made of Beeswax, and they use a wooden wick. Their candle collection comes in about 15 different scents but note though that the candles are lightly scented.
Pros
- Made entirely out of natural products
- Certified SAFE by the government
Cons
- Lightly scented
2. Grow Fragrance Candles
Made from soy and coconut oil with a cotton wick, Grow deserves to be on this list. Just like Fontana, they also claim to be 100% free of all toxins and are certified as SAFE too.
The amazing thing about this brand is that it is one of the few brands out there that offers refills. Their candles are strongly fragrant and are known for lasting quite long.
Pros
- Certified SAFE
- Refills available
- Strong fragrance
- Long-lasting
Cons
- Limited scents available
3. LITE + CYCLE
This candle brand is new to the block but has already been making waves. Their candles are made of soy wax, a blend of naturally sourced essential oils and with a cotton wick.
They claim that their candles are 100% vegan and cruelty-free. They also donate a generous portion of their proceeds to charities. The candle itself is long-lasting, with up to 65 hours of burn time. It comes in a wide variety of scents you can choose from.
Pros
- Long-lasting
- Cruelty free and vegan
4. P.F. Candle Co
This company produces one of the best non-toxic candles out there. The company is owned and managed by a husband and wife couple.
The candles are made entirely of soy wax and then the various fragrances are sourced from multiple natural sources.
One of their most popular scents is the Tobacco fragrance, which is heavenly, by the way. Their brand is free from multiple toxins that are present in other candle brands.
Pros
- Multiple fragrances to choose from
- 100% Toxin free
- Beautiful jars
Cons
- Lightly scented
5. Neom Organics
Neom is one of the best brands out there. The candles are hand-poured and are made from vegetable wax, which is an impressive feat, considering that vegetable wax is not easy to make.
The fragrances are made from essential oils and it comes in a cute bottle that can beautify your table tops. The brand offers non-toxic candles that are free from any form of paraffin. The main issue is that it has limited number of fragrances
Pros
- Hand made
- 100% essential oils
Cons
- Lightly scented
- Limited fragrances
6. Slow North Candles
This brand is another one founded by a couple, and one of the only plant based candle brands on this list. It is made from soy wax, comes in cotton and paper wicks, and the fragrances are entirely made from essential oils.
It has a ton of scent options to choose from (over a dozen), and the candle is made in reusable and recyclable tumblers.
Pros
- A lot of scents to choose from
- 100% plant-based
Cons
- The cost is a bit high
7. WOODLOT CANDLES
Woodlot candles is definitely one of the best brands out there when it comes to making non-toxic candles. Their unique candle mix is made from a blend of coconut and soy wax, and the fragrances come from the scents of numerous essential oils. The candles are hand poured and packaged in a recyclable glass.
Pros
- Unique wax blend
- Recyclable
Cons
- Limited scent options
8. Brooklyn Candle Studio
With over 28 different scents available, Brooklyn Candle Studio is not a new player in the candle making business. The candles are made entirely from soy wax, using essential oils to scent and a cotton wick.
The company claims its vegan and 100% cruelty free, and their candles are known for having a clean burn.
Pros
- Multiple scent options
- Vegan and cruelty-free
Cons
- Some synthetic products are used for fragrance.
9. La Lueur Candles
Made from a mix of apricot, vegetable and coconut wax and scented by a blend of fragrance and essential oils. The brand is one of the top-rankers when it comes to making non-toxic candles.
They claim their candles are degradable, vegan, clean burning and contain no additives. The candles are also slow burning, leading to quite an impressive burn time. La Lueur is also popular for having really beautiful jars for their candles
Pros
- Slow Burning
- Long-lasting
- Vegan
- Skin safe
Cons
- Limited scent options
10. Pure Plant Home Candles
This brand, just like the name suggests, is made from 100% plant products. Even the container is made from vegan paper and certified FSC safe.
Even the company that produces the paper uses clean energy produced from solar panels. The candles themselves are produced from coconut wax and pure essential oils.
The brand has been around for quite some time, over 20 years, and has been winning awards for being one of the cleanest and most sustainable brands out there.
Pros
- 100% sustainable and vegan
- Transparent policies and zero carbon footprint
- Beautiful container design
Cons
- Limited scent options
11. Spoken Flames
This brand produces one of the best non-toxic candles out there, and an amazing thing about their production is that all the candles are handmade and hand-poured.
The candle is described as heavenly because it’s a feast for both your eyes and ears as well as your nose, this is because the candle burns with a bright golden shimmer and crackles nicely while burning because of the wooden wick.
The candles are made from a coconut wax blend and are scented by a mix of essential and fragrance oils. The candles are slow burning, too, which enhances the stimulating experience.
Pros
- Long-lasting
- Positively stimulating
- Aesthetic appeal
Cons
- Limited scent options
12. Keap Candles
This candle brand is committed to making zero-waste candles that are sustainable and appealing to the public. The candles are made from slow burning coconut wax blend and using cotton wicks.
The containers can also be reused or recyclable, depending on your choice. The company is committed to changing the climate crisis’ one good deed at a time’ and they took that philosophy to the production of their candles.
Pros
- Long-lasting
- Sustainable
Cons
- Some synthetic fragrances are used.
13. CELLAR DOOR CANDLES
When it comes to making non-toxic candles, give it up for Cellar. Their candle is made from a blend of coconut and Beeswax, and are scented with essential oils procured from a nearby farm.
Their whole production sequence is transparent and sustainable. The wicks are made from cotton, and the smell of this candle is delightful.
The company also makes it a policy that it doesn’t use plastic in packaging anymore, just cardboard paper. The candle smells amazing.
Pros
- Nice scents
- Sustainable and transparent brand
Cons
- Limited scents available
- Doesn’t last so long
14. Peacesake Candles
Made from soy wax that was grown without pesticides and herbicides, Peacesake candles deserve a place on this list.
These candles are strongly scented, made with cotton wicks, and scented with a variety of sweet-smelling essential and fragrance oils.
The candle comes in a large container, which makes it a popular option for those who want candles that will last a long time.
Pros
- Long-lasting
- Strong scented
- Cotton wicks
Cons
- Limited scent options
15. Heretic Candles
A subsidiary of the parent company Credo, Heretic is one of those candle brands that is quite popular for having complete transparency in its products and in their ingredients.
The candles are made from soy wax and a cotton wick and come in two scent options. The ingredients used are listed in full.
Pros
- Credo Certified Clean
- Full Company Transparency
Cons
- Limited ccent options
- Some synthetic fragrances used
16. Aerangis
Made by some of the most popular perfumers in the world, Aerangis makes some of the best-smelling, non-toxic candles out there.
The candles are made using only plant waxes, cotton waxes and a blend of non-toxic essential oils for their scent options.
The candles are produced in Taiwan and are made by a family that has been in the business for hundreds of years. Their scents evoke luxury and peace and are heavenly.
Pros
- Amazing scents
- Plant-based waxes
Cons
- Short lasting
17. Terralite
Terralite is 100% committed to the zero Waste policy and strives to align all their products in that direction. Their candles are made from a careful blend of coconut wax, naturally sourced essential oils, and a cotton wick.
The candles come in a recyclable amber glass container that can also be reused depending on the customers wishes.
Pros
- Zero waste policy
- Natural ingredients
Cons
- High price
18. CandaScent Labs
This brand is incredibly unique in the candle industry. It is the only brand where each of the scents/fragrances are formulated to deliver certain benefits such as focus, creativity, relaxation etc.
And guess what, they actually work, or at least that’s what people say. The candles are independently lab-tested and have been proven to be safe and non-toxic.
They might have very limited scent options, but in the long run, it’s worth it. Their candles are made from 100% plant-derived extracts that are vegan.
Pros
- Certified Safe
- Natural Extracts as Ingredients
Cons
- High Price Point
19. Evermore
Last on the list, but definitely not the least. Evermore candles come in beautifully designed tall black hand-blown glasses.
It’s actually the only candle brand on this list that makes its candles entirely on rapeseed and scents it with naturally sourced essential oils.
The brand prides itself in sustainability and regularly audits and investigates their suppliers to make sure that the raw materials they use are indeed safe and healthy for their consumers.
Pros
- Strict sustainable company policy
- 100% rapeseed wax
- Beautiful glass design
Cons
- Made with some synthetic fragrances.
Conclusion
And that brings us to the end of the list, and we hope it was educating and informing.
Do you use any of these non-toxic candles? If so, please drop your reviews about them in the comment section. We would be pleased to air your views.
If you are interested in buying, any of the 19 candle brands in this article would be nice for you.
Thank you!
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