From the studio
The Journal
Notes on candles, essential oils, and how scent actually behaves in a room. Written by the people who pour them.
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Can a candle smell like a memory? How a custom scent gets made
Grandma's kitchen, a wet field after rain, the first day of school. Here is why smell reaches memory faster than the other senses, how a custom candle scent is built from one, and what to bring with you when you come in.
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Why some candles give you a headache
If a scented candle leaves you with a dull ache behind the eyes, it usually comes down to fragrance load, ventilation, and how the candle is burned. Here is what to look at, and what to ask before you buy.
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