The Benefits of Holistic Candles for Women: A Path to Self-Care, Mindfulness, and Well-Being
If you walk through any major retail store or grocery store, you will see loads of labels that say “organic”, “non-toxic”, “gluten-free”, “whole food”, “plant-based”, etc. More than ever there is a growing interest in holistic self-care among women. Women tend to often be the householders that buy the products and food that enter in the homes. Though this is shifting and men are contributing as well, by far women still tend to make these kinds of decisions for what products are used.
According to the Capital One Shopping, in 2024 89% of women and 41% of men claim responsibility for daily household shopping. This means that the majority of women are burdened with the decisions of what products are safe to use in their house for themselves and their family.
Women are leading the cause for clean movement and advocating for change. As there is more awareness and transparency with hormone disruptors and environmental concerns that impact the health of women and children, women are stepping up to demanding change. There are 6 main reasons according to Toups & Co Organics why women are demanding change:
Women Bear the Biggest Exposure Load to Toxic Chemicals
Nearly Half of Women Experience Hormone Imbalance
Pregnancy and Motherhood Make You Extra Aware of Environmental Chemicals
Over Half of Cosmetics Contain Hormone Disruptors Called Forever Chemicals
Natural Ingredients Are Often Hormone Protecting and Get Better Results
Eighty Percent of People Diagnosed with Autoimmune Diseases Are Women
As a celebration to Women’s History Month, we want to acknowledge how incredible it is that women are leading the way with much needed changes to our world. As a woman-owned small business owner, I am excited to be part of this movement and to continue to offer candles that are eco-friendly, non-toxic, good for you and good for others.
Candles serve more than just decor and a good scent. They also offer support for relaxation, mindfulness, and emotional healing. This too is why candles are often bought by women, about 95% of candles are purchased by women.
How Holistic Candles Support Women’s Emotional Well-Being
As you walk into a room and smell the scent of a candle burning, you may begin to notice that your shoulders just naturally drop, or your body just gravitates towards the couch, calling for comfort. There is a deep connection between scent and mood regulation. Smell can assist in shifting our state from one of tense to one of deep relaxation. Candle rituals can enhance this by creating a personal sanctuary for introspection and self-reflection. In lighting a candle, it’s as though you are offering your body and mind a sense of “I am here for you.”
The best aromatherapy candles scents for women’s wellness are:
Lavender- calms the nervous system and promotes sleep
Rose- encourages self-love and emotional healing
Citrus (lemon, orange, grapefruit)- boosts energy and mood
Sandalwood & Frankincense- grounds emotions and enhances meditation
Recommendations of our candles for lavender are; Being Allowed to Have a Bad Day, Deep Belly Wisdom. For rose; What Is This Feeling?. For Citrus; It’s fine, I’m fine, Nourished & Alive. For Sandalwood & Frankincense; Your Body, and Heard & Seen Just As You Are.
Embracing Holistic Candles as a Self-Care Essential
Holistic candles benefit women’s mental health through a small act of self-care. This act can serve a symbol to herself that, “I matter”. Whether that encourages dusting off an old journal and writing freely, or grabbing some colored pencils and allowing herself to draw whatever she feels, or giving her a moment of peace. All these serve as beautiful acts of self care and can be encouraged through the light of a candle.
We applaud you women, for all the courageous ways you care for yourself and others.
Explore our collection of handcrafted, non-toxic candles designed for women’s well-being. See how you can enhance your self-care journey today!
