We are super transparent about how our candles are made and packaged. In our candles, we use 100% natural soy wax, FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified wood wicks and recyclable vessels. Our packaging contains biodegradable peanuts with cards made from 100% post-consumer paper and water-activated tape. The boxes we use are recyclable, containing at least 50% recycled fiber, plus our samples are sent out using compostable mailers. The only plastic materials we use are adhesive on wick stickers and label stickers, although we are actively trying to find greener alternatives to this!

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Your candle can tunnel if you extinguish the flame before its optimal burn time, leaving a literal ‘tunnel’ around the outside. This leftover wax means your candle won’t achieve its maximum burn potential and can become difficult to light later on. We never want that to happen, so please ensure you are burning your candle until the entire top layer is liquid wax. This way it will set evenly with no tunelling.

Make sure to burn your candle for 2-3 hours the very first time.

Yes, we do! It’s hard to smell candles over the internet, which is why we’ve created a dedicated kit so you can try it before you buy. Our sample kit lets you pick 6x 20g tins and we’ll even throw in a special discount if you decide to commit to a candle later on. Shop our sample kit here.

We waive the shipping fee on the kit.

Yes, we can do wholesale orders and custom candles for any event! Please reach out to us at purecriteria@gmail.com with more details.

Yes! We do ship internationally to over 200+ countries. To check shipping rates for your country, please visit our shipping and returns page here.

Good question, we’re all about upcycling at Pure Criteria ! To properly clean your tins, first you’ll want to remove any additional wax on the inside of the jar. You can do this by heating up your tins in low simmering water to melt the wax. Once melted, discard the wick and add a little bit of water so it sets to a firm block. Remove the block of wax with a fork, then wash the inside with some soap and water. If you want to remove any labelling, you can simply use a hairdryer (works like a charm.)

♻️ Upcycling Ideas:

🛁 1. Bathroom Storage

    •    Use jars for cotton rounds, Q-tips, floss picks, or bath salts.

    •    Add a wooden or metal lid for a luxe spa look.

✏️ 2. Desk Organizer

    •    Hold pens, scissors, clips, or push pins in a minimal glass container.

🌱 3. Mini Planters

    •    Grow small succulents or propagate plant cuttings in clear jars.

🌿 4. Herb Garden

    •    Grow kitchen herbs like basil, thyme, or green onions on your windowsill.

💍 5. Jewelry Holder

    •    Use shallow jars or wide-mouth vessels to hold rings, earrings, or bracelets.

🕯 6. Make New Candles

    •    Refill old jars with wax and new wicks—DIY or even sell refills as a service.

☕️ 7. Espresso Shot Glasses

    •    Shorter jars can double as rustic espresso or juice glasses (make sure they’re food-safe!).

✨ 8. Votive or Tealight Holders

    •    Drop a tealight in your cleaned jar for instant ambiance.

🍬 9. Kitchen Storage

    •    Hold spices, loose tea, matcha powder, or sugar cubes.

    •    Label with chalk or minimalist vinyl stickers.

🧵 10. Craft Supply Organizer

    •    Store beads, buttons, thread, or paintbrushes.

💸 11. Coin or Cash Jar

    •    Aesthetic change jar for your entryway or dresser.

🎁 12. Gift Packaging

    •    Fill with bath salts, homemade scrubs, or small treats and wrap it with ribbon or twine.

Due to the nature of our products, used candles cannot be exchanged or refunded. Please note we also do not offer refunds on change of mind purchases. However, we’ll be more than happy to replace or refund products damaged during transit. If your candle was damaged during shipment, please contact us at purecriteria@gmail.com with proof of damage within 48 hours of receiving the order.