"If I have any other candles in my apartment, my friend will break out. Her skin reacts to nearly everything...but not to Slow North candles."
-Anna, New York City
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Truly natural
Most candles use fragrance oils, a common irritant - but we're not most candles
See, most candles—even expensive ones—use "fragrance oils." And fragrance can mean anything. There's no required disclosure for what's actually in there.
For people with migraines, skin sensitivities, or allergies, that's a problem.
Our candles are different:
100% essential oils (no synthetic fragrances, The candle name literally tells you what's inside, Clean-burning soy (no soot on your walls), Actually fills the room without being overwhelming
If you've given up on having scented candles because they trigger migraines or reactions, maybe it's time to try something truly natural.
Finally...a natural candle that delivers on its promise
In Slow North, Anna found candles that finally delivered on their promises - they burn cleanly without soot or pockmarks, create an even melt pool all the way to the bottom with no waste, and have genuine "scent throw" that fills a room. She now keeps different scents in different rooms throughout her home - using them while working at her desk and to create distinct atmospheres.
Anna's Discovery
Deep relaxation and better sleep, without a migraine and without irritated skin
100% Essential Oils
Only pure lavender and cedarwood oils — no synthetic fragrances, ever.
Clean-Burning Soy wax
Made with 100% soy wax for a slow, even burn and zero petrochemical soot.
Naturally Soothing Aroma
Lavender calms the mind; cedar grounds the body — together, they help you drift peacefully to sleep.
Pure botanicals, proven calm
When you light our Lavender + Cedar candle, you’re choosing a ritual rooted in botanical science.
The OG Sleep aid
Lavender - the calming compound backed by science
Lavender ( Lavandula angustifolia ) is one of the most studied essential oils for relaxation and rest. In a randomized controlled trial of college students with sleep complaints, inhaled lavender improved sleep quality compared to sleep-hygiene alone.
What’s more: meta-analyses show lavender’s active compounds (linalool, linalyl acetate) help ease anxiety, slow heart rate, and support deeper sleep cycles.
In short: the soft floral aroma helps your mind shift out of stress-mode—and into rest-mode.
Modern Relaxation, Ancient roots
Essential oils have been part of human wellness rituals for thousands of years.
The ancient Egyptians documented their use as early as 1500 BCE — the Ebers Papyrus describes frankincense applied for a variety of ailments. In classical Greece, Hippocrates reportedly used aromatic oils to purify Athens during plague outbreaks.
By the Middle Ages, lavender was valued for its calming, pain-relieving, and antiseptic properties. Persian physicians recorded treatments using lavender for headaches and low mood. When steam distillation was perfected in 16th-century Europe, essential oils became central to both perfumery and early medicinal practice — a tradition that continues today.
The OG Sleep aid
Cedarwood and the science of deep rest
Modern research has shown that cedarwood essential oil—specifically its main component, cedrol—has measurable sedative effects when inhaled.
In controlled studies, animals exposed to cedrol showed a significant reduction in movement and longer sleep duration, even when given stimulants such as caffeine. Interestingly, when scientists temporarily reduced the animals’ sense of smell, cedrol’s calming effect remained unchanged.
This suggests that cedrol’s sedative influence works through the body’s nervous system, not just the scent pathways. In other words, cedarwood’s ability to ease tension and promote rest appears to act on a deeper physiological level—helping the body slow down, not simply delighting the senses.
Nature's Purest Ingredients
Crafted for calm
Every Lavender + Cedar Candle is hand-poured in Austin, TX, with ingredients you can feel good about:
- 100% soy wax (never paraffin)
- 100% essential oils (never synthetic fragrance)
- Cotton wick (lead-free and clean-burning)
- Reusable glass jar
- Eco-friendly packaging
Light it during your evening wind-down, bedtime routine, or a quiet moment of reflection.
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About Lavender + Cedar
These candles are made without synthetic fragrances or paraffin wax — two common irritants that can trigger reactions in sensitive individuals. While customers often tell us that our candles are the only ones that don't trigger their migraines, it's important to note that for some, any scent, synthetic or natural, is enough to trigger a sensitivity. If you're worried about it, try burning it outside first so as to limit initial exposure. And if you aren't satisfied for any reason, we offer a 100% money back guarantee.
Lavender and cedar essential oils are both known for their naturally calming and grounding effects, helping your body and mind transition smoothly into rest.
Approximately 40–50 hours for our signature size.
No worries — you’re protected by our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. If you’re not happy, contact customercare@slownorth.com within 30 days for an exchange or refund.
Lavender + Cedar Candles
A clean, natural candle for deeper rest
Breathe easier, unwind fully, and enjoy your evenings without irritation. Join 39,000 customers who have rediscovered the simple joy of burning a candle that actually makes you feel better.
100% Essential Oils • 100% Soy Wax • Hand-Poured in Austin, TX