Candle Guide

Candle Guide – Choosing the Right Ayurvedic Candle for You .

Discover the benefits of beeswax, aromatherapy, and Ayurvedic candles. Learn how to use candles for rituals, dosha balance, and mood wellness.

Introduction : Because every body, every breath, every moment deserves a different light.

This is your complete guide to choosing the perfect candle for your ritual, mood, or dosha. Whether you're seeking calm, energy, connection, or balance, we’ve crafted something just for you.

Three Collections. Three Intentions.

1. Aromatherapy Candles – Your Breath. Your Mood

Purpose : Daily wellness and emotional support through scent.

  ✔️ 100% pure beeswax (non-toxic, air-purifying)

  ✔️ Therapeutic-grade essential oils

  ✔️ Eco-resin jars + wood wicks

Ideal for : Sleep, stress relief, sinus support, focus

Examples : Better Sleep (Lavender), Deep Breath (Eucalyptus), Focus Flow (Peppermint)

When to Use : Meditation, bath time, breathwork, bedtime

2. Ayurvedic Dosha Candles – Balance, According to You

Purpose : Elemental body-mind alignment through Ayurvedic wisdom

  ✔️ 100% unfiltered skin-grade beeswax

  ✔️ Essential oil blends for Vata, Pitta, Kapha

  ✔️ Designed for massage + ritual use

Ideal for : Body massage, dosha balance, personalized wellness.

Examples :

  ✔️ Vata: Sandalwood + Lavender
  ✔️ Pitta: Lemongrass + Peppermint
  ✔️ Kapha: Cinnamon + Lemon

When to Use : Post-shower oiling, full moon rituals, balancing seas.

3. Love Candles – For Connection, Emotion, Intimacy

Purpose : Romantic, heart-centered, emotionally uplifting scents

  ✔️ Essential oil blends with aphrodisiac & joyful notes

  ✔️ Glass jars + cotton wicks

  ✔️ Thoughtfully giftable

Ideal for : Celebrations, sacred spaces, date nights

Examples : Eternal Bliss (Jasmine + Cinnamon), Sacred Love (Sandalwood + Rose)

When to Use : Evening rituals, self-love practices, gifting

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How to Use Your Candle ?

Copper oxidizes naturally over time. That’s a sign of purity, not a flaw. Here's how to clean it properly:

1. Light with Purpose :

  ✔️ Always trim wick to 1/4" before lighting.

  ✔️ Burn until full melt pool forms (especially first time)

  ✔️ For Dosha candles: Can be used warm for massage

2. Ritual Suggestions :

  ✔️ Set an intention before lighting

  ✔️ Pair with copper water ritual or journaling

  ✔️ Use breath: 3 deep inhales with eyes closed

3. Ingredient Integrity – What Makes Tatva Candles Different? :

  ✔️ Verified beeswax with certificates (see Tatva Verified)

  ✔️ No synthetic fragrance, paraffin, or dyes

  ✔️ Blended in micro-batches for quality

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FAQs About Our Candles

1. Are your candles safe for people with asthma?

Yes—we use beeswax and essential oils only. No synthetic fragrance.

2. Can I use Dosha candles for body massage?

Yes, in moderation. One to two bottlefuls daily is ideal. Overconsumption (4L+ per day) isn’t necessary and may lead to copper overload. Our usage guide follows safe Ayurvedic recommendations.

3. What's the burn time?

4oz: ~12-15 hrs | 8oz: ~25-30 hrs

4. What makes Tatva candles different?

Ayurvedic ingredients, verified sourcing, and ritual-driven design.