Journal

The belief that soy wax is less toxic than paraffin is widespread — but the science tells a more nuanced story. Thompson Ferrier breaks down what actually determines a clean-burning candle, and why the wax type is only part of the answer.

Those small droplets on the surface of your candle are called candle sweat — a completely normal, harmless result of temperature fluctuation. Here is what causes it and four simple ways to minimize it.

Ambergris is one of the most prized and mysterious ingredients in perfumery — musky, earthy, and marine, with a rare ability to deepen and stabilize a fragrance. Here is what it is, where it comes from, and why it matters to Thompson Ferrier.

From floral and woody to fresh and gourmand — learn the 30 adjectives used to describe fragrance, and find the Thompson Ferrier candle that matches your scent personality.

The industry standard for candle fragrance load is 6–10%. Thompson Ferrier candles average 16–18% — more than double. Here is what fragrance load means, how it varies by wax type, and why Thompson Ferrier pushes it so high.

Candle tunneling wastes wax, shortens burn time, and is almost entirely preventable. Eight tips for burning your Thompson Ferrier candle correctly — from the first burn to the last.