A candle begins with its materials. At Clean Candles, natural soy wax forms the foundation of our home-fragrance candle blend, alongside coconut oil, fragrance oils and cotton wicks. Together, they shape the candle you bring into your space.
Here’s a closer look at what we use, and why we look beyond wax alone.
A Plant-Based Foundation
Our soy wax is derived from soybean oil, a renewable, plant-based resource.
We also recognise that sourcing, processing and transport matter when considering a material’s environmental impact.
Our Home-Fragrance Candle Blend
Our home-fragrance candles are hand-poured in small batches in Cape Town, using:
- 91% natural soy wax
- 3% coconut oil
- 6% fragrance oils
We finish the blend with lead-free cotton wicks. Sharing the proportions makes clear what we mean by a soy candle: soy wax is the main ingredient, not the entire finished formulation.
More Than Wax Alone
We choose our materials as parts of a complete formulation. Wick material and size, fragrance formulation, vessel dimensions and the way a candle is burned all influence its performance.
In our experience, our candles produce little visible soot when burned according to the care instructions. Wick length, draughts and burn duration can still affect the burn.
Fragrance, Space and Feeling
Fragrance is at the heart of our home-fragrance candles. We use premium, IFRA-certified fragrance oils to create scents with character, inspired by South African landscapes, memories and the moods we bring into our homes.
Our massage candle is scented exclusively with essential oils.
From the earthy depth of Smoky Peaks to the brightness of Cape Citrus and the coastal character of Coastal Salt, each scent offers its own expression.
Choose a fragrance that feels at home in your space and brings the mood you want to create.
A Thoughtful Burn
Follow the care instructions supplied with your candle, including wick trimming and burn duration. Burn in a ventilated space, keep the candle within sight, and keep it away from anything that could catch fire.
If fragrance or smoke causes discomfort, stop using the candle. Scented candles are not treatments for asthma, allergies or other health conditions.
Find Your Own Ritual
For help choosing a candle for your space and everyday moments, read Choosing a Candle for Your Home Rituals.
Find a fragrance that feels like home.
Create. Light. Be.