About Catalyst Magick Candles

Our candles are designed as dressed prayer candles for those moments when you need a little extra support. Whether you’re setting intentions, engaging in ritual work, or simply lighting an candle in room, they’re perfect for New and Full Moon ceremonies.

To amplify your candle’s power, focus on your intention, recite the accompanying prayer, and place a letter, wish, or photo near the candle before lighting it if you wish.

Crafted on days when the stars align, each candle is infused with intention and magick to help you manifest your desires.

What are our candles made of?

At Catalyst Magick, we take great care in selecting the ingredients for our candles to ensure they meet the highest standards. We use fully refined paraffin wax, and I know the topic of paraffin can be a bit controversial in the candle-making community.

You might be wondering, “Isn’t paraffin bad? Should I avoid it?” It’s a common concern, but I want to reassure you that the paraffin we use is Fully Refined Paraffin, which is often a food-grade wax. This means it has a level of purity comparable to the wax used to coat some fruits, vegetables, and candies we enjoy.

We are committed to using only high-quality ingredients, which means our candles are made with paraffin that is safe and clean. Unlike slack wax or scale wax—both of which can retain harmful chemicals from the oil refining process—our paraffin is carefully chosen to provide you with a safe and enjoyable experience.

I pour my heart into every aspect of Catalyst Magick, and ensuring you have the best possible products is my top priority. Thank you for trusting us on this journey!

In addition to paraffin, we proudly use high-quality essential oils sourced from around the world. I believe that the same plant can yield different results in magick depending on where it’s grown, so we avoid synthetic fragrances or natural “like-smelling” options. 

Essential oils capture the true “essence” and natural properties of the plants they come from, making them perfect substitutes for the herbs we need in our spells and magick candles. That said, I recognize that fragrance oils can have their place in magick—if you’re primarily looking to replicate a scent, natural fragrance oils can be effective. However, I choose to focus on essential oils for my candles to ensure they are as authentic and powerful as possible.

I pour my heart into every aspect of Catalyst Magick, and ensuring you have the best possible products is my top priority. Thank you for trusting us on this journey!

Why are your magick candles made in Japan?

You might be wondering why our candles are crafted all the way in Japan. When I set out to produce our magick candles on a larger scale, I faced the challenge of finding the right people to create them. I searched far and wide, and there were times I nearly gave up.

From the start, I knew that using non-toxic wax and pure essential oils was non-negotiable. You may have noticed that there aren’t many pillar candles on the market made with pure essential oils. This is largely due to the specialized techniques required, techniques that many manufacturers find challenging and often aren’t worth the effort for them.

As a result, most mainstream candle makers rely on natural fragrance oils for their pillar candles. But the most critical requirement for our magick candles is timing. They must be made on specific days when the stars align perfectly—not a day before or a day after.

It was during this search that a friend of mine- Juri, who introduced me to a Japanese philosophy called “right the first time.” This philosophy embodies a commitment to achieving impeccable quality from the outset with a zero-defect mindset. It’s essential for ensuring high productivity, minimal waste, and precision. This approach was the final piece of the puzzle, allowing crafters to fine-tune the specific colors that play a significant role in magick.

Eventually, I found my way to Japan, where I discovered the right people- Takewuchi San and his team, who truly understand my passion for magick. Together, we spent months perfecting the colors of each candle to ensure they met our precise standards. I truly believe that the universe guided me on this journey, connecting me with those who understand and value the magick we create together, so that I could build real catalysts for magical use.