Isle de Nature
Most scented candles sold today are made from paraffin wax - a petroleum derived product- and emit toxic pollutants like benzene, toluene, and alkenes into the air (and into your home). To make it aesthetically appealing, paraffin is typically mixed with other toxic materials such as artificial colors and synthetic fragrances.
Isle de Nature was born out of the recognition that today, unspoiled nature is a luxury. Tropical climate change catastrophes (like hurricane Maria in 2017) have ravaged our most fragile islands of nature, putting them at risk. And the bee population which we all depend on for survival has been decimated. The label believes there’s a better way. That nature and luxury can live harmoniously. That scent shouldn’t be toxic. That when humans take from nature, they should replenish. And that we can not only support the bees, but rebuild. Isle de Nature candles are made to be as sustainable and non-toxic as possible. They are a blend of beeswax and soy, made to burn cleaner and smell amazing: a scent that will transport you back to nature island. The signature fragrance from Dominica, called Pagua Bay, is inspired by the bay leaves that are indigenous to the island. The intoxicating scent of this remote island oasis comes to life in the candles, room spray and scent coin, while supporting the honeybees that make it all possible.
Beeswax is a unique and superior wax. It is truly nature’s wax as it is much less toxic: studies show that beeswax releases significantly less formaldehyde and naphthalene (soot), fewer dioxins and less polychlorinated dibenzofurans (known teratogens, mutagens and suspected carcinogens) than paraffin in the air. Beeswax does not require caustic materials to clean it during the manufacturing process -- plain water is used to remove impurities. And beeswax burns slowly, making it ideal for a lasting home fragrance experience. As the bee population becomes compromised and deteriorates due to global warming, beeswax becomes harder and harder to get. The production of beeswax in a hive is 7x less than honey and can only be harvested in limited sources, to ensure the bees can sustain their environment.
Isle de Nature is committed to continue to improve their sustainability practices and to find ways to reduce their environmental impact wherever possible. This means not only nurturing the bees, but also protecting them. That’s why the brand has begun to build our their hives in locations where nature is in its abundant glory. There are now hives in Dominica and The Berkshires (western Massachusetts) and continue to expand operations. Isle de Nature also also commits to:
Ensuring the products are produced as environmentally friendly as possible (the materials, the production, the supply chain).
Looking for sustainable packaging solutions.
Recycling as much waste material as possible.
Eliminating excess paper (email invoices and packing slips when possible).
Recycling equipment that is no longer of use to the company, such as computers and printers that are no longer needed.
Purchasing products made with recycled paper. For example, paper towels, printer paper. Reuse packing materials where possible.
Using low impact transport for travel for business. For example, use public transportation whenever possible.
Avoiding unnecessary travel by making use of instant messaging, video and audio conferencing, telephone, and email.
Working with partners who share this sustainability perspective.
Isle de Nature is also Green Business Bureau platinum certified. Green Business Bureau helps companies look at their sustainability efforts holistically and make incremental changes to consistently improve.
Based: New York, USA.
Ships to: Worldwide.
Products: Sustainable, luxury home fragrance products.
Mission: To improve our sustainability practices and to find ways to reduce our environmental impact wherever possible.
URL: Isle de Nature
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