Our Vision

Ethical, non-toxic, scented candles.

Our Mission

To handcraft beautifully scented candles that are good for you and the wild spaces that we share.

Luxury Candles...

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Essential Oil Candles...

Collectible Mini Candles...

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Colour Lover Collection...

Other Goodies...

A photo of a Black Candle Tin with a customised logo, taken in a mountainous area with tussock in the background. It is an example of what the Wild Essentials Custom Candles could look like when produced as Promotional Merchandise for a Corporate Client, in this case Aoraki Alpine Lodge.

Custom Candles...

We offer customisable candles that will wow your corporate clients and associates, customers, or employees.

  • Build/Promote Your Brand...
  • Generate reciprocity & trust...
  • Advertise with an excellent ROI...
  • Impress corporate clients and/or associates...
  • Say "Thank You" to employees...

Wild Essentials is an established, New Zealand based candle business with our own line of candles and other aromatherapy products.

This means that your custom candles will be UNIQUE...handcrafted right here in NZ.

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A photo of a White Candle Tin with a customised logo, taken at a wedding. It is an example of what the Wild Essentials Custom Wedding Candles could look like when produced a for a Client.

Wedding Favour Candles...

Wedding favours (or wedding bombonieres) are small tokens of gratitude given by the bride and groom to their guests on their wedding day.

  • Memorable gift for a memorable wedding...
  • Treasured keepsake for your guests...
  • Customisable, handcrafted luxury...

Many of the candles sold as wedding favours are not unique.

They may have a customised lid or label, but the candles themselves are usually made in a factory in China using a "one size fits all" approach.

Many of these candles actually contain toxic ingredients or they contain scents that are known to cause health issues!

With Wild Essentials you don't have to worry about these things at all!

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Why Buy From Us...

Our candles are better...it's a fact.

Our candles have an amazing scent throw and our fragrances are not on the Proposition 65 "naughty list"!

We handcraft our luxurious candles and develop the scents to evoke cherished memories or to take you on a new aromatherapy adventure.

We are Vegan friendly, and both toxin and cruelty free.

Well done you for choosing us!

Made in New Zealand icon to inform customers that Wild Essentials products are handcrafted in New Zealand

But Wait There's More...

Many candle companies import their candles from China and just slap on a customised label or lid.

Others hand make their candles but use toxic ingredients or scents from the "naughty list".

Our candles do more than just make your home smell amazing.

  • Our scents are crafted using essential oils and safe, clean fragrances.
  • Our candles are 100% natural so there are no nasty chemicals like you find in regular candles.
  • The unique blend of essential oils and fragrances offer therapeutic benefits, improving well-being.
  • They are handcrafted in New Zealand.

Let customers speak for us

from 96 reviews
Smells amazing!!

Smells amazing and the scent spreads fabulously

Anonymous
Apple Pie Mini Candle - Apple & Cinnamon
Apple Pie Mini Candle - Apple & Cinnamon

This candle smells so good! Really keen to try others & support a great kiwi business!

Nicole
Home Sweet Home Candle
Home Sweet Home Candle
Wilderness

I love going on bush walks and this candle just takes me back to my favourite spots. A gorgeous earthy scent with a hint of 'Christmas' in the air.

Jennifer.W
Wilderness Mini Candle - Fresh Pine & Cedar
Wilderness Mini Candle - Fresh Pine & Cedar
Lavender Vanilla

A subtle yet gorgeous scent!

Jennifer.W
Lavender Vanilla Mini Candle - Floral & Comforting
Lavender Vanilla Mini Candle - Floral & Comforting
Creme Brulee

My all time favourite dessert is Creme Brulee so couldn't resist getting this candle. It does not disappoint, absolutely love the smell!!!

Jennifer.W
Creme Brûlée Mini Candle - Caramel & Custard
Creme Brûlée Mini Candle - Caramel & Custard
Hot Cross Bun

The smell is soooo good! Absolutely smells like hot cross bun, and i love that it makes the house smell like home baking!!

Jennifer.W
Hot Cross Bun Mini Candle - Fruit & Spice
Hot Cross Bun Mini Candle - Fruit & Spice
Vanilla Bean Candle

This candle smells great & Wild Essentials are a great company to deal with. My order was sent out fast & packaged well. I really like supporting small NZ businesses & I will definitely purchase from them again.

Nicole
Vanilla Bean Candle
Vanilla Bean Candle
Reflections of Patchouli

Patchouli was my favourite scent when I was in my teens and I am loving having it around me again now. A few drops into my wax melt lamp is a real treat. I love it!!

Ann
Patchouli Essential Oil
Patchouli Essential Oil
Energy Boost Essential Oil

Absolutely amazing. Amazing service

Ginny S.
Energy Boost Essential Oil Pack
Energy Boost Essential Oil Pack
Great promotio0nal product

Really happy with the candles - the team were really flexible with the label design and the tin is great quality. Candles themselves are lovely and there is a great selection of fragrances. All in all really great value

Vicci L.
Custom Marketing Candle Sample
Custom Marketing Candle Sample
Great seevice

Fast delivery and delicious scent

Libby
RECHARGE Wax Melts - Lemongrass & Cedarwood
RECHARGE Wax Melts - Lemongrass & Cedarwood
Outstanding service

Products are as they say. I had personalised labels made also and the whole process could not have been easier. Absolutely outstanding. Fragrance of candles lovely. Totally recommend

Megan B.
Wild Essentials
Lavender Lemon candle

Smells amazing. Amazing service

Ginny S.
Lavender Lemon Mini Candle - Floral & Relaxing
Lavender Lemon Mini Candle - Floral & Relaxing
Apple Pie Candle

Absolutely love this candle. Amazing smell

Ginny S.
Apple Pie Mini Candle - Apple & Cinnamon
Apple Pie Mini Candle - Apple & Cinnamon
Sticky gingerbread mini candle

Another candle that hits all the right notes!

Kim T.
Sticky Gingerbread Mini Candle - Ginger & Caramel
Sticky Gingerbread Mini Candle - Ginger & Caramel

Money Back Guarantee

You've got nothing to lose because we offer a money back guarantee on our products.

If our aromatherapy luxury candles do not blow your mind, we will give you your money back.

And with all our 5 star reviews...that ain't likely!

FAQ's

What is the burn time of your candles?

The burn time of any candle can vary significantly depending on the amount of wax used, the type and composition of the wax used, the size of the wick...and many many more.

To give you some idea, below is the approx. burn time of candles from each of our collections.

Tip: Trimming your wick to about 5mm just before each lighting can improve the burn time of your candle significantly.

Do you use natural or synthetic fragrances?

We use a combination of pure, natural, essential oils and fragrances.

There are natural and synthetic oils and fragrances that are toxic.

Likewise, there are natural and synthetic oils and fragrances that are deemed safe.

Unfortunately, many candles contain synthetic fragrances that contain toxins that are BAD for you and the environment. These are listed on the Proposition 65 List.

Our candles use a combination of natural and synthetic oils and fragrances that are known to be safe.

Unlike many candle makers, we will not use fragrances found on the Proposition 65 list.

What kind of wax do you use in your candles?

Our candles are made with 100% Pure, sustainably sourced Soy Wax.

Other forms of wax such as Paraffin are toxic and do not burn cleanly so we avoid these.

Are your candles Phthalate free?

Yes...

All of our candles (and wax melts) are phthalate free.

Are your candles Vegan friendly?

Yes...

All of our candles (and wax melts) are vegan friendly meaning that they contain no animal products.

Why don't you use wood wicks?

Although we love the look of wooden wicks, we have found them to be unreliable and often do not burn evenly.

This lead to other problems such as tunnelling.

So, we use 100% cotton wicks as we have found them to be the best.

Do you use synthetic or natural colours?

When we do use colours in our candles, we only use natural colours.

Most of our candles do not have colours added at all. We prefer to use colourful labels instead.

How Aromatherapy works...

  • Relax

    Daily Aromatherapy Adventures will reduce your stress and anxiety levels.

    15 to 30 minutes a day can make a massive difference!

  • Recharge

    With less stress in your life, your body's natural healing processes will kick into gear. Your body will start to recharge itself, giving you more energy.

  • Balance

    Balance is all about maintenance. A daily Aromatherapy Adventure will ensure your body battery remains charged. Like a battery trickle charger!