Nature’s Whisper: Why We Only Use Essential Oils in Our Candles By Bryluen Botanicals.

At Bryluen Botanicals, we believe a candle should do more than scent a room. It should support your wellbeing, soothe your nervous system, and fill your space with something 100% natural, and safe.

That’s why we only use pure essential oils — never synthetic fragrance oils — in our candles.

Because when you light a candle, you’re not just burning wax. You’re releasing what’s inside — into the air you breathe, into your home, and into your body.

We believe that should be something from nature, not man-made chemicals from a lab.

Why Essential Oils Are Better — By Nature

Essential oils are the extracted essence of plants — either gently through steam distillation or cold-pressing.

As such, they are alive with aromatherapeutic compounds that can:

Calm the mind and reduce anxiety

Promote sleep and relaxation

Boost mood and energy

Keep you grounded you in times of stress

These oils come from farms, flowers, and forests all over the world — not a shelf in a factory. Lavender from Provence. Bergamot from Italy. Frankincense from Oman, Oud from India, Lotus from Egypt, Cedarwood from the Atlas Mountains, and many, many more. Each oil carries the soul of the plant, and that depth, subtlety, and healing power is something no synthetic scent can ever mimic.

When you light a Bryluen candle, you’re not just enjoying a smell — you’re experiencing a natural botanical ritual, handcrafted, and made with the intention the oils bring. 

Candle Safety Is Not One-Size-Fits-All

We’re deeply aware that not all essential oils are safe for every situation.

Some essential oils, while natural, can be too strong or potentially irritating for pets, babies, or during pregnancy. That’s why we go the extra mile to clearly label which of our candles are safe for sensitive homes — so you can light them with confidence.

Look for our:

Pet-Safe Blends (like Peaceful Paws & Quiet Tails)

Pregnancy-Safe Candles (like Quiet Comfort)

Family-Safe Options designed for babies and small children

Because your wellbeing, and your family's, is at the heart of every candle we make.

The Hidden Truth About Fragrance Oils

Fragrance oils are widely used in most commercial candles — including those sold by famous luxury brands like Jo Malone and The White Company. They’re cheaper to produce, stronger in scent, and more stable for mass production. 

But here’s what most people don’t realise:

Even if a candle claims to be made with soy wax and is “phthalate-free” or “paraben-free,” it can still contain undisclosed chemicals that are toxic when burned. That’s because fragrance oils are man-made in labs using synthetic components.

Amazingly, manufacturers aren’t legally required to disclose the full list of ingredients. This means:

You may be breathing in petroleum-derived compounds

Some contain endocrine disruptors (bad for your hormones)  and allergens

Many contribute to indoor air pollution

And they can leave black soot around jars and walls

A candle might smell “luxurious,” but if it’s filled with synthetic fragrance, it’s masking the air, not nurturing it.

What Makes Bryluen Botanicals Candles Different?

At Bryluen Botanicals, we hand-pour each candle using:

100% natural soy wax
Cotton wicks — no lead, no metal no paraffin coating 
Only essential oils — no fragrance oils, EVER!
No phthalates, parabens, or petrochemicals
Clearly marked safety labels for pets, babies, and pregnancy
Pure intention and small-batch craftsmanship

When you light one of our candles, you’re making a conscious choice — for your home, your health, and the planet.

Experience the Difference

People leave our candle-making workshops feeling deeply calm, connected, and in awe of essential oils.

It’s something you truly have to feel for yourself.

And once you do — you’ll understand why we’ll never settle for anything less than nature’s best.

With love 

Victoria x
The Bryluen Botanicals Team
Where every candle is a love letter to nature.

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