Babel Organic Beeswax Candle / Ikigai

Every Babel candle is named after a word that has no equivalent in English, but can be conjured through scent. Ikigai, for example – a Japanese word that represents balance, equilibrium, and purpose. This candle mirrors that feeling with a scent that is both energising and calming, with the vibrant clarity of bergamot, grapefruit and red mandarin; a peaceful floral heart of jasmine and lavender; and a stable, grounded base of vetiver and frankincense. Hand-poured in London, its blend of beeswax and coconut oil ensures a clean burn that naturally purifies the air. The FSC-certified wood wick burns evenly and produces a gentle crackling sound, while the durable stainless steel vessel, can be cleaned and reused as a tumbler or refilled with Babel candles. (Ikigai refills are available here.) Babel is one of just two companies in the UK making candles that have Soil Association Certified Organic status. Their candles and candle refills are exclusive to Borough Kitchen.

Please note: Stainless steel containers get hot while burning, so place the candle on a trivet or heat-proof surface.