Updated: 11/28/2022

Candles have the ability to set a tone or change a mood. I typically light a candle to spark creation while writing, cleaning, or while reading a book. Here is a list of Black-owned companies that have been at the top of my list!

Onya’e

From $25
This self-taught artist based on the west coast makes beautiful decor candles and concrete vessels.

Javielle Candles

from $15
Hand poured in Houston, Texas this candle company offers fresh, fruit, floral, and woody scents.

Posh Candle Co.

from $15
Known for their statement candles have the catchphrase to describe any friend or celebrate a new chapter.

Lomar Farms

from $28
20 miles outside of New York City candles are being made in a farmhouse with love and beeswax.

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Dabira Aroma

from $13 - $27
Dabira Aroma infuses African Grown Ingredients to help create luxurious body products and part of the proceeds are donated to a Nigerian children’s orphanage

Harlem Candle Co.

from $15 - $45
An ode to the historical neighborhood of Harlem pulling inspiration from the likes of Langston Hughes, Duke Ellington, and more. the

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MARIE’S HALO

from $7 - $36
Birthed in Brooklyn, New York but currently poured in Baltimore, Maryland in beautiful concrete vessels and offers home decor to compliment.

LIT Brooklyn

from $36
The candle maker, Denequa, hailing from Brooklyn has created favorites such as Muse, 1989, and Home.

Vela Bougie

from $24
A luxury candle line committed to the health and wellness of planet Earth.

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Ember Sense Candles

from $14 - $25
Creating calming scents such as Eucalyptus & Peppermint or Lavender & Black Amber your home will have spa-like vibes once the candle fills the room.