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12 Vegan Candle Brands That Are Better Than Bath & Body Works

Create the mood you’re looking for with these vegan candles. 

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Create the mood you’re looking for with these vegan candles. 

Whether you’ve planned a romantic dinner for two or a solo, self-care night in, you’re going to want candles to set the mood. From Butterfly Kisses and Biscotti to Lavender Moonbath and Myrtle Mint, these brands have the fragrances you need. So grab that cozy throw and cue up your latest Netflix show, or run the bath and lay out your plushest towels. Here are 12 vegan candle brands that are better than Bath & Body Works.

kendi lux

Looking for a cleaner, more health-conscious candle brand? Choose kendi lux! Free from carcinogens, toxins, and other harmful chemicals, these hand-poured, soy-blend candles help set the mood. So, About Last Night … this sweet, woody, and savory scent is just one of the LA-based brand’s fragrances you’ll love. Whether you go for floral, woodsy, spicy, or fruity, you can feel great about having these fragrances in your home.

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Brooklyn Candle Studio

What do soy wax, a clean burn, and lead-free cotton wicks have in common? They are all benefits of Brooklyn Candle Studio candle scents. Choose from Lavender Daze, Thai Basil, Sunday Morning, and more. Set the mood right with this vegan candle brand’s Maximalist three-wick fragrances. You know we love it!

Brooklyn Candle Studio

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Minot

Minot stands out with its commitment to sustainability and cruelty-free ingredients. They use a sustainably-sourced soy wax blend, ensuring a clean burn. Each candle is poured in a glass container and comes in 100% recyclable packaging. Plus, their minimalist designs make them a chic addition to any home.

Minot

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Sanari

We like Sanari for their clean burning, sustainably produced, essential oil fragrances. The eco-conscious candle company boasts tree-free packaging, soy ink, and reusable containers. Enjoy Biscotti (vanilla bean, nutmeg, cinnamon), Fresco (Persian lime, sweet basil, dry sage), Aria (sweet tangerine, ylang ylang, lavender), and beyond.

Sanari vegan candle

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Aerangis

If “non-toxic” and “allergen-free” are terms that speak to your candle-loving heart, then check out Aerangis. These hand-crafted candles include scents such as Concrete Jungle (wet cement + hyacinth), The Beginning (fresh flowers + soft musk), Seven Miles (creamy jasmine + evening breeze), and others.

Aerangis

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Plant Based Candles

Curl up at the end of the day with a good book and your favorite scent from Plant Based Candles. The clean-burning, coconut wax candles have a unique design intended to fight our single-use system and cut back on waste. Simply reuse the gorgeous containers, then reuse them again and again.

Plant Based Candles

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P.F. Candle Co.

Looking for a sustainable candle from an independently owned biz? This California-based vegan candle brand has what you need. P.F. Candle Co. offers soy wax candles in fragrances like Mistletoe Special, Red Nutmeg & Peppercorn, and Myrtle Mint. Order individually or pick up a bundle to save.

P.F. Candle Co. vegan candles

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Loam

Whether you are enjoying the Full Bloom or taking the Scenic Route, Loam brings the outdoors inside. Pick up Community Garden, Herb Bed, and Midnight Moon. The LA-based small-batch brand offers handmade candles that celebrate all the good scents in life. And the soy and coconut wax blend is just the bonus we’re looking for.

Loam

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Candier by Ryan Porter

Indulge in the delicious fragrances of Candier by Ryan Porter. These sweet scents make the perfect gift. Find them in “Congrats On That Thing You Did!,” “I Love You More Than Ice Cream,” “Donut Worry Be Happy, “Hot Cocoa & Cozy Cuddles,” and more. These are as yummy-looking as they smell.

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Homesick

If Pumpkin Picking, Oktoberfest, and Friendsgiving sound like your idea of fun, then head to Homesick. This small-batch vegan candle brand boasts 100% cotton wicks and a soy blend base. For when you’re feeling nostalgic, these 13.75-oz jars have an average burn time of 60-80 hours. These pair nicely with cozy socks and your favorite sweats.

Homesick vegan candle

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Cool Girl Candles

Calling all the cool girls! Cool Girl Candles, that is. We love the fun fragrance names of this vegan candle brand. Select from options like This Smells Like Harry Styles; Main Character Energy; Cotton Candy & Musk; and more. Shop by icon, by mood, or by collection. Might we suggest “This is My Emotional Support Candle?”

Cool Girl Candles

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Boheme Fragrances

From their Girl On Fire collection to their Wanderlust collection to their collabs and miniature scented candles, Boheme Fragrances offers something for everyone. Indulge in scents like Notting Hill, Havana, Joshua Tree, and more. The sustainable candle brand is just right for when you have guests or for when you want to treat yourself to an evening alone.

Boheme Fragrances

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At VegOut, we curate the best of the best vegan products, so you don’t have to. Our picks are all selected by our amazing team of writers and editorial staff. We may earn commission if you purchase one of these great products by clicking the links above.

Tammie Ortlieb

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Tammie has been with VegOut since its inception. Managing Editor and Maggie’s mom, she’s a former psychology professor who packed up her life and moved across the country from Michigan to California to follow a dream. Indie author, Mother Teresa-wannabe, and vegan for 18 years, she’s a big dreamer with a master’s degree in Developmental Psychology and an educational focus on well-being and thriving. When she’s not working through hyphens and commas, you’ll find her strategizing how to right the inequities of the world.

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