WE LIVE TO CREATE

At ILLUME®, we care deeply. Our entire experience happens in-house; from fragrance development to packaging.

All of the beautiful artwork on our products is illustrated, painted or sculpted by our nimble team of designers. We source vessels that are beautiful and interesting, packaging design that’s fresh and inspiring, and a meaningful story that pulls it all together. This matters to us so we can deliver an above and beyond fragrance experience.

So the next time you pick up an ILLUME® product, take a step back to imagine the artistry and thought that went into it.

Once the flame goes out in your candle, find other ways to reuse the beautiful vessels.

Try repurposing for bathroom vanity storage. Not only are they perfect petite decor pieces, but also function for holding hair accessories and cotton swabs. 

Pair similar color palettes with a variety of textures, and you've got the a scene for a picture worthy shelfie.

Need tips on how to clean your vessel? Check out our blog post on Wax Removal Best Practices. 

We’re sharing our expert know-how on proper candle care. Follow these simple tips for the optimal burn.

Tip No. 1: Trim wick to 1/4" before each burn
This aids in an even candle burn, and prevents soot build-up and
we suggest using our black wick trimmer

Tip No. 2: Burn candle for 4 - 6 hours at a time
Under burning can lead to candle tunneling. Over burning could lead to an uneven burn, excess smoke and wick mushrooming.
we suggest lighting with our rechargeable USB lighter

We extensively test our candle performance in our lab, but following these simple steps can aid in exceptional candle burning.

Dogs at ILLUME®

It's an all out lovefest for dogs (animals of all kinds actually) at ILLUME®, so of course we had to honor our furry friends on International Dog Day.

Our corporate employees are lucky enough to have the opportunity to bring their best buds to work anytime; we're certain it helps with productivity. Meet some of our beloved ILLUME® family pets!

Because it matters to us greatly, our candle and diffuser formulas are PETA certified, cruelty-free and vegan, made with the best intentions and ingredients. Crulety-free means that our candles are developed without any test on animals, while vegan means that the product does not include any animal-derived elements.

Get inspired by our expert tips and tricks for creating a stylish space in your home. 

STEP 1: Use pieces with different textures and materials

STEP 2: Add items with varying heights

STEP 3: Create depth

STEP 4: Include a glimmer of shine (hello, Statement Glass candles)

STEP 5: Introduce color (Vanity Tins with that pop of pattern)

STEP 6: Stack pieces for a layering effect

This is a reminder to slow down, and take time for yourself. Prepare for the week ahead with a SUNDAY RESET ROUTINE.

• GROUND: Center yourself. Set the mood. Light a candle & play music.
• PREP: Plan out meals & shop for groceries.
• CLEAN: Launder bedding & towels, & tidy up living spaces.
• THINK: Compose a weekly to-do list, & categorize by importance.
• RELAX: Dedicate time for self-care with a soothing candlelit bath.

Our STATEMENT GLASS CANDLES set the tone for rejuvenating glow. 

Designed as a centerpiece, the statement glass is lidded, 3-wick, high shine beauty with a warm ombre glow that gets better with every burn. Available in nine elevated fragrances.

ILLUME® diffusers are an alcohol-free blend of finely-crafted oils for flameless ambiance. To keep fragrances fresh, rotate your diffuser reeds once a week. This ensures the best fragrance throw.

Our Far and Away collection includes Mini Aromatic Diffusers in a pastel tinted glass bottles that are beautiful enough by themselves to leave out on the shelf, desk, or bookcase.

With our Beautifully Done Diffuser Refills, it's easy to reduce, reuse, and try out a new fragrance or two.

Where are you placing your diffusers? Show us by tagging us on Instagram.

We've partnered with local Minnesota restaurant, Holman's Table, to bring you a candle and cocktail pairing.

Reduce, reuse, and try out a new fragrance or two with our easy-to-use candle refills.

Once your Refillable Boxed Glass Candle has its last flicker, try our lab-tested wax removal tips and tricks to get your new candle refill burning.

Click image below to watch our how-to video.

BOILING WATER METHOD

• Fill vessel with boiling water
• Allow the remaining wax to float to the top
• Remove wax puck and wick holder
• Clean vessel with warm soapy water

FREEZER METHOD

• Place vessel in freezer for two hours
• Cut hardened wax into quadrants with kitchen knife
• Remove wax puck and wick holder
• Clean vessel with warm soapy water

Share what you're burning by tagging us on social at @illumecandles. 

We've partnered with local Minnesota restaurant, Holman's Table, to bring you a candle and cocktail pairing.