A scent study is a candle developed through an exploration of fragrance, atmosphere, and process.

Each study is released as part of THE WAX FOUNDRY's evolving catalogue and may be offered as a permanent release, a seasonal release, or a limited edition.

THE WAX FOUNDRY approaches candle making as a creative practice.

Each release combines fragrance, artwork, and material process into a single study inspired by art, industry, and lived experience.

All candles are hand-blended and poured on the West Coast of Canada.

Our candles are made using a premium custom wax blend selected for clean burning, fragrance performance, and refined finish.

We use high-quality fragrance materials sourced from trusted suppliers and selected for performance, complexity, and character.

All fragrances are formulated specifically for candle use.

Yes.

All THE WAX FOUNDRY scent studies are formulated using phthalate-free fragrance materials selected for performance, complexity, and character.

We work with trusted suppliers and carefully evaluate all fragrance materials used in our releases.

Each candle is hand-poured in small batches.

Minor variations in wax appearance, vessel finish, fragrance colour, and packaging are natural characteristics of handcrafted products and do not affect performance.

For the first burn, allow the melt pool to reach the edges of the vessel before extinguishing the flame.

This helps establish an even wax memory and reduces tunnelling.

For best results:

• Burn for 2–4 hours at a time.
• Trim the wick before each burn.
• Do not exceed 4 hours per burn session.

Due to the handmade nature of our products, all sales are final.

If your order arrives damaged, please contact us within 7 days of delivery and we'll be happy to help.

Select international destinations are available.

Shipping rates and availability are calculated at checkout.

Customers are responsible for any applicable customs duties, taxes, or import fees.

Yes.

While many scent studies are released seasonally or as limited editions, select fragrances may become part of THE WAX FOUNDRY's permanent catalogue.

Permanent studies remain available beyond their initial release, while seasonal and editioned studies may be archived once complete.

Most archived scent studies remain part of THE WAX FOUNDRY archive.

From time to time, selected archived studies may be made available through subscriber-exclusive releases, special laboratory editions, or limited reissues.

Availability is not guaranteed and may vary by release.

Production quantities vary by study.

Many releases are intentionally produced in small batches, while select fragrances may remain part of the permanent catalogue.

Many studies include an accompanying artwork or reference print developed as part of the creative process.

Availability may vary by release.

Join our mailing list to receive:

• Early access to new releases
• Subscriber-only opportunities
• Access to select archived studies
• Studio updates
• Seasonal release announcements
• Limited reissues from the laboratory archive

Subscribers are often the first to learn about upcoming studies and special releases.

We welcome inquiries from select retailers whose values align with THE WAX FOUNDRY.

Please contact us at:

hello@thewaxfoundry.com

Editioned means a scent study is produced as a finite release rather than an ongoing product line.

Once an edition is sold through and archived, it may not be reproduced in the same form, although select studies may occasionally return through special releases or subscriber offerings.