We’re a family-run company, complete with little ones running around the house at all hours of the day. Naturally, we make sure everything in our home is as safe as possible—including the candles we burn.
Sure, it’s nice to light a candle when you’re ready to wind down after a long day (or need to offset some mysterious scent lingering in the kitchen). But when you’re rushing through life, you might not have time to consider whether those candles are safe for you, your kiddos, and your pets.
If you take a stroll down the candle aisle at your local store, there’s a good chance those products are made with wax that’s loaded with toxins, dyes, parabens, and other nasty stuff. Not to mention they’re likely made from ingredients sourced by a manufacturer that has no clue where their raw materials come from. Think about it—a faceless supply chain that doesn’t know (or care) what impact it’s having on the community where the coconuts are sourced.
Just because a candle smells good doesn’t mean it’s good for you. That’s why we took a different approach at Havilah & Co. Keep reading to learn before you burn.
What Makes Coconut Wax Different?
At Havilah & Co., we believe the candle industry is long overdue. It’s not just about creating products that smells amazing—it’s about making sure every step in the process is done with intention and care. And one of the most important steps is developing a clean formula.
So, what makes ours different?
First things first: our candles are made from the magical meat of coconuts! 🌴 Not only do these tropical wonders grow super fast, but they also don’t need any heavy-duty pesticides or fertilizers to thrive. Talk about low-maintenance.
The coconuts we use for our 100% natural coconut wax blend come from small farms in the Batangas Province in the Philippines where 600 coconut workers and their income support more than 9,000 families. When you choose a Havilah & Co. candle you become part of a story that stretches from their shores to your home—a tale of craftsmanship and connection.
And here’s the best part: when you light up a coconut wax candle, you’re treating yourself to a cleaner, happier burn with less soot and fewer nasty toxins. That means the only thing filling your home is pure coziness.
It’s a win for both the planet and your space!
Cleaner Candles for a Cleaner Home
Burning candles is one of life's simple pleasures. But along with pleasant scents and soft light, candles can release toxic chemicals that pose health risks to you and your family. For instance, paraffin wax candles, which are made from petroleum byproducts, can release harmful chemicals like benzene and toluene when burned. These toxins can contribute to indoor air pollution and may even cause respiratory issues with long-term exposure.
Not to mention, candles are often made with fragrances that are packed with toxins. Here are some of the most notorious culprits:
- Parabens: These chemicals can mess with your hormones, impacting fertility and reproductive health.
- Phthalates: Long-term exposure can harm organ systems, reproductive health, and child development.
- Paraffin Wax: Made from petroleum, burning paraffin candles releases harmful chemicals linked to lung diseases like cancer and asthma.
- GMOs: Some waxes come from genetically modified plants treated with pesticides, which can harm the environment and leave traces in the product.
When burned, these chemicals enter the air, potentially affecting your endocrine system and overall health.
At Havilah & Co., we believe you shouldn’t have to compromise your health (or your pet's health) to have a home that smells amazing. That’s why our 100% natural, non-toxic candles contain no dyes, GMOs, paraffin, parabens, or phthalates.
Good Ingredients for a Good Cause
Let’s be clear: this isn’t about us trying to win brownie points or look good for some PR campaign. The truth is, making clean candles is the right thing for you and your family.
When you light a candle from Havilah & Co., you do more than just elevate the ambiance of your home—you help young entrepreneurs achieve their dreams. For every candle sold, we give away 50% of our profits to support individuals in communities that don’t often have access to the resources needed to start and grow a business.
Welcome to Havilah & Co—where every candle tells a story and success is measured by the lives we impact.
