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COASTAL INSPIRED | CLEAN CANDLES

Rancho Palos Verdes Pink Lemonade Cocktail inspired by citrus and the coast and created by Malibu Apothecary
Oct 27, 20201 min read
COASTAL COCKTAILS | PALOS VERDES PINK LEMONADE

Take us back to Terranea, the rolling hills, and cool sea breeze. Reminiscent of Rancho Palos Verdes and the citrus grove trees that reside in our beloved SoCal, check out this cocktail that will ...

Malibu Apothecary Cayman candle on beach sand surrounded by tropical flowers – blog hero image for how to plan a Cayman Islands-inspired staycation at home using coastal scents, themed drinks, a curated playlist, and luxury candles
Oct 27, 20203 min read
Bring the Cayman Islands Home: Tips for a Tropical Staycation

In need of a little fix of a Cayman vacation? As our homes become our home office and the borders are closed, why not create a Caymanian inspired vacation, right in your home? Get ready to put your...

7 Best Staycation Staples
Oct 26, 20203 min read
7 Best Staycation Staples

7 Best At-Home Essentials to Plan your Staycation from Budget Basics to Best. From towels, luxury Turkish robes, coastal inspired scented candles, breakfast trays, and more.

Close-up of rich, dark agarwood pieces used to produce oud fragrance – hero image for Malibu Apothecary’s blog explaining what oud is and what it smells like
Oct 25, 20203 min read
What Is Oud? Discover the Deep, Woody Scent Loved in High-End Perfume

A scent as mysterious as it is coveted, the smell of oud is described differently by each lucky enough to try. Sensual, smoky, sweet, and slightly sour for some, this mysterious scent is one of the...

Why we Like or Dislike Certain Smells or Scents? The research of the influencing factors and preferences of fragrance. Photo contains flower and candle.
Oct 22, 20204 min read
Why We Like or Dislike Certain Smells?

Do you wonder why you hate certain scents, while others may enjoy these fragrant favorites? Research shows us the reason why we like the scents we do and the surprising factors that are why certain...

How to fix your candle wick if it is too short. Here is a guide with three ways to fix your wick.
Oct 20, 20203 min read
Short Candle Wick? 3 Hacks to Save It

If your candle wick is too short, and you want to know how to fix it, don't give up hope. You can try one of these 3 methods depending on how far gone it is (literally) to help recover your long l...

5 Best Home Arrangements for Autumn!
Oct 5, 20202 min read
5 Best Home Arrangements for Autumn!

As most of us are spending more time at home, it makes the perfect excuse to experiment with fresh floral and succulent arrangements for decoration around the house. These upcoming months are all a...

5 Ways to Fundraise for Breast Cancer Research
Oct 1, 20203 min read
5 Ways to Fundraise for Breast Cancer Research

Chances are you, or someone you know has been diagnosed with breast cancer. That is because, according to The American Cancer Society, there is a 1 in 8 chance that an American woman will develop b...

Candle science infographic on how candles work, how do candles burn, and why does a flame's color change.
Sep 28, 20203 min read
Candle Science: How Does a Candle Work?

Outside of a candle's remarkable ability to transport us from the comfiest of occasions to idyllic getaways, there is a lot that goes on behind the scenes. Have you ever wondered how it all works? ...

Benefits of Meditation Infographic including self care, awareness, sleep, attention span, kindness
Sep 21, 20204 min read
5 Ways to Practice Self-Care During COVID-19

Many people leave self-care at the bottom of their list because they believe the other matters in their lives are more pressing. However, taking care of yourself should not be seen as a luxury. Her...

Coastal Cocktail recipe by Malibu Apothecary featuring the Turks & Caicos Grapefruit Spritz with grapefruit juice, sliced grapefruit, belvedere vodka, triple sec and sparkling water
Aug 25, 20201 min read
TURKS GRAPEFRUIT SPRITZ | COASTAL COCKTAIL

This spritzer will be your new fresh favorite, sure to take you to the turquoise waters of TCI. If you like grapefruit you will like this one infused with PRIDE vodka that supports organizations th...

How to get wax out of a candle jar with four steps from Malibu Apothecary. 1. Freeze your jar, 2. double broiler method 3. boiling water 4. oven 5. heat gun
Aug 24, 20205 min read
How To Get Wax Out of a Candle Jar?

Don't let pesky wax get in the way of reusing your beautiful vessel. Try one of our easy methods to quickly removing your clean coconut wax from your candle jars. 

CANDLE CARE 101: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO YOUR BURNING BASICS
Aug 14, 20205 min read
CANDLE CARE 101: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO YOUR BURNING BASICS

Was it love at first light? Great! Now let's get to know each other a little better. Here is your ultimate guide to properly burning your candles so you can get lit and not burned. We will teach yo...

Black Matte Candle on the Beach in Malibu, California from Malibu Apothecary
Aug 11, 20202 min read
4 Best Scented Candles for Summer

While this summer we may be spending a little more time at home, we came up with the best scented candles for summers enjoyed at home. Here are the top 4 candle scents for your best beach burn...

Toxic candle ingredients explained – blog image for Malibu Apothecary’s guide to harmful waxes, synthetic fragrances, and how to choose clean-burning, non-toxic candles
Aug 11, 20203 min read
What Makes a Candle Toxic? Ingredients to Avoid for a Clean Burn

Though most of us when we think of candles dream up images that are cozy and comforting, the reality is something very different. 95% of candles that are sold on the market today are actually toxic...

OUR STORY: FOUNDERS EDIT
Jul 21, 20203 min read
OUR STORY: FOUNDERS EDIT

Based on the science that scent is the strongest trigger of memory, I started pouring candles as a hobby in my Southern California apartment. Here, I discovered the toxicity and unethical standards...

Malibu Apothecary's Cayman scented candle with notes of lemon and mint sitting on a rock at Rum Point in the Cayman Islands
Jul 20, 20203 min read
10 WAYS TO CREATE YOUR OWN BEACH STAY-CATION DURING COVID

In these times, our homes have now become our home office, our daycare, schools, restaurants, and just about everything else, so why not make it a hotel? You don't need to leave your home to feel...

Fragrance Oil in a Jar with a linen background
Jul 8, 20203 min read
THE ART & SCIENCE OF FRAGRANCE EXPLAINED

A NOTE FROM OUR FOUNDER:  Carefully crafted, each of our clean candles uses a mixture of essential oils, floral and herbal extracts, and fragrance oils. More of an art than a science, there is a de...