29. What's Really In Your Candle? A Conversation With Fontana Candle Company

Have you ever wondered what's in your candle?  What does it take to make a clean candle?  We are diving into all the questions  in today's podcast! I chatted with Fontana Candle Company founders Eric and Katie.   These two are the real deal and have created a candle you can feel good about using.   Follow Fontana on Instagram here. Shop Fontana Candle Company here. Check out my blog post on how to buy a clean candle here. We dive into all the questions on candles: 1. Can you share the story of how Fontana Candle Company started? What inspired you to create a cleaner candle? 2. What gap did you see in the market that made you say, "there has to be a better way"? 3. A lot of people assume candles are safe—especially when they say "soy" on the label. Can you break down what's really going on in the candle industry? 4.  What are some of the most common misconceptions about candles that you wish every consumer knew? 5.  Why are paraffin and fragrance oils so problematic for health and indoor air quality? 6.  What makes Fontana's ingredients and process different from conventional candles? 7.  Why did you choose beeswax and coconut oil instead of soy? 8.  Can you talk about how you source your ingredients—especially essential oils for scent? 9.  Fontana is one of the only candle companies with MADE SAFE® certification. Why was that important for you to pursue, and what does it mean for the consumer? 10. What's next for Fontana—any new products or launches we should be excited about? What are your favorites? 11. Where can listeners connect with you and shop your candles? Check out my blog here. Follow me on Instagram here.