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FIND YOUR SCENT
45-hour
burn time
toxin
free
coconut
& soy wax
wood wick
vegan
Women
Led
Small
Batch
hand poured
in canada
meet our founder, melody
hi! thanks so much for being here. where do i start? mala evolved out of a passion project, making candles in my spare time after my 9-5.
in late 2019, i was fired from my job because of my "side hustle" - right before covid made it's first appearance. taking my savings, i decided to go with my gut and give myself six months to see if i could turn my passion project into something more...
flash forward a few months, i hired my dear mum as my first candle maker and employee! we've slowly grown our team since then and with your support, we've been able to bring our craft into more people's homes!
almost four years in, this side hustle i started grew larger than i would have ever imagined it would - yet, our mission has remained the same. by choosing our candles over mass produced ones, you are making a great impact on a small business while lessening the environmental impact that typical mass produced candles have on mother earth, by choosing to shop small. thank you for being here - it truly means everything to my tiny team and i!
Transform Your Space with our eco-friendly candles in 3 Easy Steps
unleash the Magic
Unbox your mala candles by gently removing the lid, Each one is carefully crafted to capture the essence of an unforgettable experience.
light up the mood
Next, simply light your candle and let it create the perfect ambiance.
Embrace Cozy Bliss
Finally, sit back, relax, and Let the enchanting fragrances transport you to a cozy wonderland, turning your space into a haven of comfort.
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What Makes Our eco-friendly Candles Special?
It's not just a candle; it's an experience in every jar.
Hand-Poured Perfection
Each candle is meticulously hand-poured by artisans dedicated to crafting the perfect scent.
Eco-Friendly Ingredients
We believe in the harmony of nature, which is why our candles are crafted using eco-conscious, sustainable ingredients.
Long-Lasting Warmth
Our candles are designed to provide long-lasting delight, allowing you to enjoy the captivating scents for hours of uninterrupted bliss
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what makes us special
eco-friendly
packaging made from recycled materials and in turn is recyclable & biodegradable, no plastic here!
buy one, plant one
we plant a tree with every candle purchase (76,110+ trees planted worldwide and counting!)
clean ingredients
natural coconut soy wax, lead-free wooden & cotton wicks, premium phthalate & paraben free essential/fragrance blends
crackling wooden wicks
unique scents with crackling wicks that mimic a fireplace - creating a luxurious, cozy sanctuary in your hom
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frequently asked questions
how can i ensure i am safely burning and caring for my candle?
candle care and safety is very important to avoid any accidents, injuries/burns, and fires. please adhere to these rules for all candles, including ours:
always burn your candle within sight. do not burn the candle for longer than 3 hours at a time
keep burning candles away from flammable materials, children and pets
do not light on or near any objects that can catch fire, and do not place on or near other heat sources
burn candle on heat resistant surfaces only
do not allow any dust, debris, wick trimmings, or any other materials collect in the wax by keeping your lid on when not in use and removing all wick trimmings from the vessel
do not place your candle in a draft filled area such as a hallway, near a window or by a fireplace
if you have any questions or you're not sure about something, email us at hello@malathebrand.com.
read our full guide here!
why isn't my wood wick staying lit?
wooden wicks are more delicate than traditional cotton wicks and can take more care and patience to maintain.
1. on the first burn, allow the wax to fully melt to the edge of the can, both on the first burn and consecutive ones! (2-3 hours max) do this by breaking off the top black bits of the wick with your fingers, or use nail clippers (weird but it works!) to shorten the wick to be about 1/8″ – 3/16″.
2. on every new burn, re-trim the wick to 1/8." the shorter height allows the wax to capillary up the wick to feed the flame properly. always allow enough time for the wax to melt to edge of can before blowing out.
3. do not burn the candle for longer than 3-4 hours at a time. it's time for a new candle when there is 1/4" wax remaining.
please note: we recommend burning your candle within 6 months of date of purchase for best results.
learn more tips here!
what can i do with my leftover wax/tunneling candle?
candle tunnelling happens when a candle burns down its centre, leaving a ring of hard wax around the outside. this is a result of your candle not given enough time to fully melt to the edges (around 2 hours). this leftover wax means your candle won’t achieve it’s maximum burn-time and the wick will become more and more difficult to light and eventually be drowned by melting wax.
thankfully, there are a number of things you can do to help your candle burn evenly and efficiently, leaving as little residual wax as possible. our favourite method is using foil:
1. light your candle. poke a hole in a piece of aluminium foil and place around the top of the candle.
2. this allows the heat to stay in and melt the rim of hard wax on the sides. keeping your candle in eye sight at all times, leave it sitting for 1-2 hours. check every half hour, and eventually you’ll have a good even wax pool and a re-set candle. please be careful when removing the foil, it will be hot!
3. note: if there’s too much liquid wax that is now drowning the wick, use a tissue paper to soak up the excess (when candle is unlit) and level out the wax! the aim of the foil method is to increase the heat trapped at the top of the candle, hopefully enabling the stubborn hard wax left up the sides to melt.
learn more tips here!
how do you work to be eco-friendly?
in our candles, we use renewable soy wax, fsc (forestry stewardship council) certified wood wicks (made of post-consumer waste), 100% recyclable cans, recycled stickers and cards are made with 100% post-consumer paper and feature a recycle compatible adhesive.
our sample mailers are made with 100% reclaimed polyethylene liner (from 100% post-consumer recycled content) which is biodegradable.
our boxes are made of recycled content and is recyclable as well!
additionally, our packing peanuts are entirely plant-based and made of organic starch. these fda compliant packing peanuts decompose in water in minutes!
we are constantly working to find ways to improve so if you have suggestions, we are all ears. :)
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do you accept refunds?
if you end up not loving the scent, you may return the candle to our warehouse in richmond bc in original condition, once received and evaluated by our team, we will issue you a store credit for malathebrand.com - email us at hello@malathebrand.com to start the refund process.
please note: the customer is responsible for paying for the return postage for any returned items. store credit that is issued at any time does not include shipping, this is the responsibility of the customer.
do you accept returns or exchanges?
due to the nature of our products, used candles cannot be returned or refunded. however, we will replace or refund products damaged during shipment from www.malathebrand.com if photographic proof of damage and receipt is submitted to hello@malathebrand.com within 48 hours of arrival.
we cannot accept exchanges, returns or refunds on sale items, gift cards, limited edition/collaboration items, or any item that is older than 30 days since date of purchase.
oops! i accidentally put in the wrong shipping address.
if a shipped order is placed with missing or incorrect address, the customer is responsible for paying a $12 cad service fee as well as the original shipping fee. if you no longer want your order, we are able to issue a store credit for the order, minus the original shipping fee. the $12 cad service fee covers the cost from our shipping partner to receive your bounced package back to us. as a small business, we are unable to cover these costs. we appreciate your understanding!
if your order hasn't shipped yet, please shoot us an email asap and we'll try our best to fix the address before it gets sent out!
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