As the days get longer and the nights get cooler, the National Candle Association and National Today have teamed up to celebrate World Candle Month. Held every September, World Candle Month is an opportunity to recognize the not-so-humble candle, it’s impact throughout history, and the role it plays in our own lives today.
This year’s theme is “Illuminate Your Life” and is dedicated to the ways candles light up our world and fragrance our lives. Since the earliest days of tallow-based candles to the tens of thousands of shapes, sizes, and fragrances available today, candles have been a source of more than just light. They have provided inspiration, relaxation, and calming sensations that are as welcome today as they have been throughout history.
But mostly, this year’s World Candle Month is about how much candles contribute to our health and mental well-being, especially during these trying times.
“There’s no question that these are stressful times we’re living in,” said Kathy LaVanier, President of the National Candle Association. “Many are out of work, many are sick, and we’re all living in a state of quarantine that no one could have predicted. It is during these times that we look to the constants in our lives to relieve our stress and keep us calm and thoughtful in order to endure. And there are few products in the world as constant and calming as candles. World Candle Month is a time to benefit from the calming nature of candles at a time when we could use it most.”
The National Candle Association has provided many other resources to help get the most and safest experiences out of your candles this fall. They include:
- Information about the science behind how candles work, what the different flame colors mean, and fun science projects that you and your children can do at home.
- Fun facts about candles, including statistics around how Americans use candles, who prefers them most, what they look for in a fragrance, and just how many different scents there are available (Hint: it’s a lot).
- Tips for safely burning candles in your own home.
For more about World Candle Month please visit the National Candle Association website and National Today.
About the National Candle Association
National Candle Association (NCA) is the trade association representing U.S. candle manufacturers and their suppliers. It is widely recognized as the leading technical authority on candle manufacturing, science and safety. Visit www.candles.org.
About National Today
As the internet's #1 authority on holidays, National Today gathers all the special dates from around the world — the occasions that bring people together — to help everyone celebrate with special events, helpful tips, discounts, deals, and plenty of fun. To learn more, visit Nationaltoday.com.
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