When the world turned upside down during the pandemic, many people realised that looking after their physical and mental well-being was key. And now, self-care is no longer perceived as a luxury but as an essential part of our daily routine. And this brings us to THALEIA. With a name derived from the Ancient Greek word ‘THÁLLO,’ meaning ‘to grow, to bloom, or to flourish’, THALEIA harnesses the power of natural essential oils in a range of vegan, hand-poured soy wax candles and melts to calm the mind and lift the spirit.

The Origins of THALEIA

THALEIA’s founder, Alex, once led a hectic lifestyle. Part of the corporate world, she found herself swept up in the hustle and bustle of broadcasting before pursuing a career in secondary education, providing pastoral support for young people. The long hours and nature of the job meant that her own rest and self-care took a back seat.

When the pandemic hit in 2020, for the first time in her working career, as for so many, Alex was able to pause and think about what matters most. At home, she realised that self-care should be part of her daily routine and that allowing time for mindfulness and rest, both emotionally and physically, was imperative to a healthy lifestyle.

Since we rely on our five senses for survival, what we see, hear, taste, feel, and smell can have a significant impact on our mood and overall sense of happiness. Think about it! A cluttered environment tends to stress people out. A bad taste in our mouth can put us off food. A headache can make us snappy and irritable. And a smell has the ability to evoke a memory, whether it be good or bad.

This is our olfactory system, which plays a huge role in our daily lives. For instance, a candle that reminds you of a fond childhood memory, perhaps baking cookies in the kitchen with your grandparents can instantly change your mood. This is why fragrances in the home have a big part to play in creating a relaxing home environment.

Alex researched and experienced for herself the power of essential oils and how these could be incorporated into meditation, mindfulness and yoga. But, despite her best efforts, she struggled to find a candle or wax melt that didn’t contain laboratory made chemicals and fragrances, and paraffin. She wanted to fill her environment with quality, natural products that had been sustainably sourced and had come from a company that was eco-conscious. Rather than admit defeat, Alex chose to launch her own business with the help of industry professionals. And so, THALEIA was born.

Allow Your Mood To Blossom

THALEIA offers a luxurious collection of vegan soy wax candles and wax melts, using only naturally sourced, essential oil aromas. THALEIA’s products are sustainable, responsibly sourced and recyclable, so by shopping at THALEIA, you’re not only caring for yourself, but for the planet too!

And everything THALEIA crafts can be recycled. The candle vessels are plastic-free, and the boxes are made from recyclable, responsibly sourced FSC paper. The bags used for the wax melts are made from wood pulp, making them entirely biodegradable and compostable. Just another reason to feel uplifted when using their products.

Discover The Collection Of Soy Wax Candles

THALEIA’s luxury scents such as geranium, sandalwood, ylang ylang and vanilla musk will help to transport your mind to a place where you feel still, centred and at peace. You can recreate the rejuvenating atmosphere of a spa, or the peace of a yoga retreat in the comfort of your own home! So give yourself a wonderful excuse to invest in self-care and when you light a candle, use this as a visual reminder to take a moment to relax.

Soothing Vegan Wax Melts

Or if you prefer using vegan wax melts over candles, you’ll be pleased to hear that THALEIA has a wide range to choose from. Made from top-grade soy wax, THALEIA’s collection of eco-friendly vegan wax melts will gently fill your home with delicate fragrances. Using only 100% natural and pure essential oils, these vegan wax melts are perfect as gifts and can help to lift the atmosphere at home.

Start your journey towards self-care now and discover the THALEIA collection online.