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Why do I always seem to get headaches from my candles? Can I prevent this?
I alluded to it a bit in my last post (which you can read here) but one of the most common reasons people tell me they don’t burn candles is that candles give them headaches. There are a few key reasons why, so if that is what brought you here, stick around! First, candle induced headaches is a very common problem. There have been many people across my years as a chandler tell me they don’t like using candles because they get headaches every time they light their candle. The
mlcrumpacker
Sep 293 min read


Does the wax in your candle really matter? Why bother paying more for soy wax?
Soy wax is one of the best choices you can make when picking natural ingredients in your candle. It burns cleaner than traditional paraffin waxes, burns slower, so your candle lasts longer, and is better for the environment than paraffin wax. First, I think it’s important to understand what most candles are made of: paraffin wax. Why? It’s cheap to produce, has a great scent throw (meaning it produces really strong smelling candles), and has a high burn temperature, so it’s

Mackenzie Crumpacker
Sep 222 min read


Five Easy Ways to Extend the Life of your Candle
Five easy ways to extend the life of your candles

Mackenzie Crumpacker
Jun 162 min read


Why Candles Feel so Calming: The Science Behind Scent, Light, and Routine
The science behind why candles can help regulate your body in a dysregulated world.

Mackenzie Crumpacker
Jun 83 min read


My Favorite Candle Tools for a Better Burn
Being an avid candle user means I’ve spent a fair amount of time using different tools to make each burn last longer, smell stronger, or burn cleaner. Here are a few of my favorite tools that will ensure you can get the absolute best from your candle. Wick Trimmers First up, the wick trimmer. This is by far the most used tool I own. I actually have five or six throughout the house because I trim the wick of every candle before I light it. Trimming the wick before you light y

Mackenzie Crumpacker
Jun 15 min read


Sunlit Pages: Your guide to Golden Hour reading
This blog goes through the inspiration behind the new Sunlit Pages scent, as well as who its for.

Mackenzie Crumpacker
May 282 min read


How to choose the perfect candle for your bookish bestie
See our tips for picking the perfect scent for your bookish bestie.

Mackenzie Crumpacker
May 212 min read


Heritage Candles LLC has rebranded to The TBR Collection
The TBR Collection is now live! Check out this blog outlining why owner Mackenzie decided to rebrand from Heritage Candles LLC to The TBR Collection, and what to expect going forward.

Mackenzie Crumpacker
May 134 min read
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