With countless companies across all industries rolling back diversity efforts, this year’s Black History Month is proving more important than ever. One way to celebrate is to honor Black entrepreneurship and take our dollars to companies that are invested in equality for all.
With such tense times we’re living through, Black-owned candle companies offer a bit of tranquility that every home needs to unwind. However, such brands do more than just fill a room with beautiful scents. They celebrate culture, promote self-care through luxurious, handcrafted creations, and innovate within the industry. Whether you’re looking to set the mood or decompress from a heavy news cycle, these five Black-owned candle brands can help relax you year-round.
1. Harlem Candle Co. (Founded by Teri Johnson)
Inspired by the rich history of the Harlem Renaissance, this luxury brand offers candles with sophisticated scents that pay homage to jazz figures like Duke Ellington and Billie Holiday.
2. The 125 Collection (Founded by Valerie Wray)
Also inspired by Harlem, this brand blends bold, empowering messages with high-quality candles. Each candle features an uplifting or sassy quote, making them perfect statement pieces. Additionally, the collection sports 80 hours of burn time.
3. Forvr Mood by Jackie Aina (Founded by Jackie Aina)
Created by beauty influencer Jackie Aina, Forvr Mood offers rich, mood-enhancing scents with sleek packaging. The brand’s mission is to bring self-care and indulgence to everyday life. Additionally, Forvr Mood offers luxurious fragrances.
4. Sensual Candle Co. (Founded by Sentrell)
This Miami-based brand uses Afrocentric designs and scents that embody joy and self-expression. Using scents such as lavendar and jasmine, Sensual candles offer a soft touch to any space.
5. LIT Brooklyn (Founded by Denequa Williams Clarke)
Hand-poured in Brooklyn, this brand focuses on high-quality, eco-friendly candles with quality mood balacing fragrances. Created by Denequa Williams Clarke, LIT Brooklyn is all about community and craftsmanship.
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