Who We Are
Hi! I'm SO glad you're here. I'm Mina, proud wife, homeschooling mom to four incredible kids, and the founder of To Phōs Candles.
Our philosophy is simple: craft high-quality, non-toxic candles that you can enjoy with peace of mind. We stand for transparent ingredients, absolute honesty, and the well-being of your home.
What We Do
We keep it simple and real: local North Carolina beeswax, organic unrefined coconut oil, pure cotton wicks, and clean, high-quality fragrances. As a mom, I get how important it is to know exactly what’s in your home, so we go above and beyond typical industry standards for safety and transparency.
We even disclose the ingredients found in the illusive word "fragrance". You read that correctly.
Our candles don’t just smell amazing—they’re made with your health in mind, using only ingredients you can trust.
Why We Do It
My journey into candle-making began when I realized the health hazard conventional candles pose to our bodies and our environment. This realization led me to a candle-less home for nearly eight years. So sad!
Particularly because candles are great for adding beauty, making spaces cozy, and bringing back memories, things I value dearly.
Until...
Until, inspired by a book on liturgy that highlighted the symbolic significance of lighting candles, I felt a renewed purpose to create non-toxic candles that reflect the warmth, light, and purity of Christ.
After extensive research and development, To Phōs Candles came to life. "To Phōs" is Greek for "The Light", the original language of the Bible, and derived from John 8:12. I became dedicated to making candles that are clean burning, nontoxic for everyday use, and of superior quality.
It's a joy to share with you a product born from love and care, safe for every home.