Learn what parabens and phthalates really are, why they are in a lot of mass produced products, and why Illuminate Apothecary makes a conscious choice not to use them in our products.

If you’ve ever lit a candle to relax and instead ended up with a headache , tight temples, or that familiar migraine warning signal, you’re not imagining it. A lot of people start their candle journey thinking all candles are basically the same. Wax is wax. Scent is scent. Light the thing, enjoy the vibe. Then one day your favorite candle turns on you. The scent feels harsher. The air feels heavier. And suddenly something that was supposed to be comforting is doing the oppo