Candle FAQ

What do your candles contain?

Our candles contain 100% organic wax, wooden wick and fragrance oils. 

How are your candles made? 

At Ockult Shop, safety and quality are fundamental in our products. All our candles are vegan and made with 100% natural and sustainable coconut and rapeseed wax. Unlike other types of waxes, coconut and rapeseed wax does not release any bad chemicals as it is a completely organic and natural wax. All our fragrance oils are IFRA certified and contain no phthalates. The manufacture of candles is a chemical process and therefore we are very careful with which components we use in our products. 

What is IFRA?
IFRA stands for "International Fragrance Association" whose mission is to certify perfume and fragrance oil manufacturers. IFRA controls and sets standards for fragrance safety. If you want to read more about IFRA standards, you can do so here.

Are your candles safe to use if you have pets? 

Yes! As we do not use essential oils in our candles, you can use our scented candles with a clear conscience without worrying about your furry friends. 

Why don't you use essential oils in your candles? 

Essential oils are a concentrated oil made from plants, fruits and roots. Essential oils often do not do well in scented candles as they rarely smell particularly strong and have difficulty binding to the wax. The scent can become distorted and smell strange.

Essential oils should also be used with caution as many of them in high concentration can be harmful to humans and animals. Inhaling essential oils can cause respiratory irritation and some types are toxic for us to inhale.