MOUNT ROYAL SOAPS
It ’ s nearly impossible to walk past a Mount Royal Soaps candle without being tempted to take a whiff , due to the brand ’ s fun packaging and cheeky names such as “ Fig-get About It ” and “ Will You Accept This Rose ?” Fortunately , their scents are just as enticing ; made from 100 % soy wax and phthalate-free fragrance oil , the candles can help you unwind , set the mood or even neutralize odors in your home . Can ’ t get enough of a certain smell ? Pick up a matching bar of soap or lotion from their colorful storefront in Remington or their stall at the newly renovated Lexington Market . MountRoyalSoaps . com ; 2740 Huntingdon Ave .; 112 N . Eutaw St .
HAUS OF J . BELL
Formed in honor of the owners ’ brother , James , who passed away in 2019 , Haus of J . Bell furthers the mental health conversation and finds pathways to suicide prevention . Proceeds from all sales of their homemade , natural products are donated to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline , and they frequently post self-care tips and mental health resources on Instagram . In addition to candles , Haus of J . Bell also sells body butter , bath bombs , beard products , soaps , lotions and more . Shop their goods at The Sacred Space in Hampden and at pop-up events throughout the city . HausofJBell . com ; 3524 Keswick Rd .
SOUTH ANN STREET CANDLE CO .
Smells can conjure memories , reminding us of special occasions , travels or moments with loved ones . South Ann Street Candle Co ., named after a street in historic Fell ’ s Point , can help you remember your time in Charm City with a specialty candle inspired by one of Baltimore ’ s iconic neighborhoods . Pick from Fell ’ s Point Farmer ’ s Market , Canton Waterfront Picnic , Fort McHenry Fireworks and Mount Vernon Cherry Blossoms , plus limited-edition candles like Hey , Hon and Opening Day . You ’ re likely to find them at Fell ’ s Point Fun Fest , happening October 6-8 , and on the shelves at Black Sheep Yarn Shop , House Demiurge and Su Casa . Etsy . com / shop / SouthAnnCandles
ZOE & CO .
Henry and Mora Reed have been making their own candles since 2017 , but it wasn ’ t until March 2020 , when Mora was laid off from her job , that the two decided to dive into the craft and start their own business . Not wanting to burn toxic chemicals around their daughter Zoe , for whom the company is named , the Reeds create clean-burning candles that are 100 % phthalate and paraben-free . Their Pigtown home is their workshop , and every family member is involved in the production of their candles , which boast innovative scents like
Bottomless Brunch , CBD White Tea and Roxanne , a musky blend of florals and wood inspired by Zoe ’ s grandmother . Find them online or at various city markets , including ones at popular Baltimore institutions like Guinness Open Gate Brewery and R . House . Follow them on Instagram to find where they ’ ll be next . ZoeandCoCandles . com
NAMASCENTS
Candles have been on Ash Boston ’ s brain since 2011 . She leaned into the craft during a dark time , learning how to mix and blend her own scents and pour wax candles . It wasn ’ t until 2015 , however , that her wife Michelle encouraged her to “ stop playing ” and turn her passion project into a business , and Namascents was born . Together , the duo creates small batches of candles infused with positive energy , love and respect for the Black makers that came before them and surround them . They use their social media platforms to foster community , frequently using memes to connect to their fellow “ scentlovers ” and to promote other local businesses . Shop their candles , diffusers and room accessories at their studio just a few blocks from the Washington Monument and Walters Art Museum . NamascentsCandleCo . com ; 520 Forrest St ., Ste . # 302 VB
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