Hemlock Park Coconut Wax Candle Review
- Alayne
- 6 days ago
- 8 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
Overall Best Non-Toxic Candles with Scent Throw
Soothing, elegant ambiance. Hemlock Park handcrafts some of the most balanced, layered, and mood evoking fragrances inspired by and powered by, none other than, nature. With collections like Flora, Mesa, Grove, and Reserve, these masterful botanical blends tangle with your senses. Every candle is hand-poured with premium ingredients straight from nature. No toxins in, meaning no toxins released into your home. Home is certainly where the heart is for Hemlock Park, a small business in the Sierras rooted fiercely in protecting the environment. Founder, Mikey Kim, is a master of his craft and brand. Intertwined closely with nature and very much dedicated to delivering high-grade service and products, you will find that he is as deeply invested in those of us who burn his candles as he is in creating the dreamy non-toxic candles themselves.
Hemlock Park Coconut Wax Candles
Clean Burn, Long Burn, Non-Toxic
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Coconut Wax Candle Review: Hemlock Park
Performance
Hemlock Park is the best non-toxic candle brand that I have experienced thus far. Some scent selections carry fragrance more than others, but for most scents that I've tried, you can smell the fragrance even when the candles are not lit, especially before the first burn. I burn my candles on a kitchen island in an open concept living space and the scent carries throughout that space. The sizes of Hemlock Park candles that I burn are 4oz, 7.2oz, and 8oz. I don't burn the big guys (16oz), but I still enjoy the layered, balanced aromas created by Hemlock.
Wood wicks elevate peacefulness and ambiance with their mesmerizing subtle crackle. It's a feature in a candle that I never knew I was missing until I experienced it. It's a delicate visual and audible nuance that makes Hemlock Park candles feel more natural and elegant.
With proper wick maintenance (breezy/covered below), Hemlock Park candles burn super slow and soot-free. The brilliantly designed wick clips allow pretty much every drop of coconut wax to be used without the disappointing self-extinguish that other candles have while a good amount of wax is still left at the bottom.
Let's compare. A 4oz Hemlock Park candle clocked in at 53hrs & 45mins of burn time. Four (4) ounces... that's a small candle with a big burn time. The popular 15oz soy/paraffin wax 3-wick candles (not good wax) burn around 40hrs. Less than 1/3 the size, a 4oz Hemlock Park candle burned 13 more hours than a conventional 3-wick, driving home the performance prowess of Hemlock Park.
Performance Comp
Size | Burn Time (hours) | Wax Type | |
Hemlock Park Scarlet Rose | 4oz | 53+ | Organic Coconut |
Hemlock Park Lake Tahoe | 7.2oz | 61+ | Organic Coconut |
Popular 3-wick | 15oz | 40 | Soy/Paraffin Blend |
What's Inside
Premium Organic Coconut Wax
Made from cold-pressed coconuts and coconut oil
Paraffin-free, Petroleum-free
Non-GMO, Vegan, Sustainable
Natural, Odorless
Essential Oils
Plant-based, Phthalate-free
Premium-grade botanicals
IFRA Safety Standards
Crackling Wood Wicks
Made from sustainable fruit trees
FSC-Certified
Candle Sizes
Every Hemlock Park candle is hand-crafted, poured, and packaged in the Sierras.
4oz Amber Glass Jars
7.2oz White or Amber Glass
8oz Amber or Green Glass Jars
16oz Amber Glass Jars
Apothecary Gift Set Trio: 3 x 4oz Amber Glass Jars in select scent pairings
Cost
Across all wax types, Hemlock Park is a gem for those of frugal nature. My Pittsburgh, steel mill roots run deep. I appreciate well-built and fairly priced. Coconut wax burns the slowest of all of the candles I've sampled, including clean and not-so-clean versions of various wax types. Revisiting the performance comp from above and layering on a price comp:
Price Comp
Size | Burn Time (hours) | Price | |
Hemlock Park Scarlet Rose | 4oz | 53+ | $14 |
Hemlock Park Lake Tahoe | 7.2oz | 61+ | $24 |
Popular 3-wick | 15oz | 40 | $28 |
Hemlock Park's 8oz candles are currently $26 with a designated burn time of 60hrs. Their 7.2oz candles are designated at 50hrs, but as the price comp chart shows, my 7.2oz Lake Tahoe burned for 61+hrs, indicating that their 8oz may burn longer than 60hrs (I will gather 8oz data for you next). Hemlock Park also carries 16oz candles priced at $42 with a designated 90hr burn time, 10 more hours than burning two 3-wicks back-to-back which would cost $56.
Big annual sale pricing for the conventional 3-wicks is not factored into the comps. BOGO and clearance sales aren't as enticing when you get better burn hours for better candles at a lower price without a sale. With Hemlock Park regularly offering discounts on selected scents and Wyld One's repeat discount, you can take advantage of 15% to 30% off of your selections, so big hoopla sales don't tip the scale. It's quite remarkable when we loop in the non-toxic angle, the reason we're here, of course. You can indulge yourself and loved ones in a clean, cozy atmosphere more economically than spending your hard-earned dollars on paraffin, microcrystalline wax, BHT, 'fragrances', and one unpronounceable ingredient after another.
Forgive me, I'm about 1/2 through a Natural Sloth 9oz beeswax comp for you. It's a seasonal scent, so to avoid burning it for the sake of burning it, I put it on pause. Stats I've collected thus far:
9oz beeswax/50% burned/28+hrs/$35
The beeswax is burning at a little faster rate than the coconut wax and the scent throw is fairly weak. It smells better when it's not lit. There are very few scent choices for this particular brand, and if the 9oz beeswax comes in around 60hrs at $35, my money is still on the Hemlock Park 4oz at $14.
As we boomerang back to the 4oz... Hemlock Park currently has select 4oz jar candles on sale for $10. A Steel City girl's dream, 53hrs of productivity (soothing aroma and cozy atmosphere) for 10 bucks.
* 15% off with WyldOne & free shipping over $50 (hemlockpark.com)
** Prices vary slightly for Hemlock Park on Amazon
Scent Profiles
Plant-based, Phthalate-free, Premium-grade Botanicals
(My insight on a few)
Blood Orange Sage
Refreshing renewal. Bright, layered, and complex. Grounded with a touch of sweetness and warmth. Rejuvenating. Complimentary to a kitchen, breakfast nook, or open living space. Sweet Blood Orange, White Grapefruit, Kumquat, White Sage, Jasmine, Yarrow, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang, Rosewater, Cassia.
Corsica Passport Edition
Bright, sweet, herbaceous. Citrus forward... sweeter citrus not acidic. Unfolds into rich fresh cut herbs. Transports you to an outdoor kitchen in the Mediterranean. More scent throw than JeJu Island (also a citrus profile). Airier than Blood Orange Sage, not as heady. Each of the 3 fragrances shine in this blend. Clementine, Rosemary, Thyme.
Frankincense
If you want to smell Christmas from days of old with a refined flare, this is your candle. Complex, familiar, timeless. With deeper, warmer notes of Amber, Frankincense, and Myrr, it's surprisingly not overbearing. Cypress, Clove, and Neroli offer the right amount of Holiday to the blend. Frankincense, Amber, Thyme, Juniper, Cypress, Myrr, Oakmoss, Clove, Neroli.
Hinoki
Woody, earthy, evergreen. Brightened by a hint of citrus and tingles with a hint of spice. Layered in a way that the overall scent itself doesn't shift to new forms, but it presents something new with each smell. A vibrant, full-bodied twist on evergreen. Hinoki Cypress, Teakwood, Cedar, Blood Orange, Yuzu Citrus, Rosewood, White Sage, Black Peppercorn, Vetiver, Tonka Beans, Foxtail Fir.
Lake Tahoe Passport
Quintessential winter-scape. Like standing amidst mighty fir trees in crisp mountain air. Classic Christmas tree notes fill the space in which it burns. Moss adds earthiness to cut the predominant fir/pine profile while Amber adds a subtle warmer base. Level scent throw, not overbearing, not disappointing. Frazier Fir, Sugar Pine, White Fir, Quaking Aspen, Sierra Foxtail Pine, Cedar, Hemlock Evergreen, Cypress, Amber, Moss.
Lily of the Valley
Delicate, fresh, uplifting. Spring morning air with kisses of dew. Gently floral, sprouting greens, ozone. One of my favorites for spring. Lily of the Valley, the birth flower of May, speaks through sophisticated, complimentary dimensions... the language of Geminis... kismet. Lily of the Valley, Blue Mountain Sage, Vetiver, Clove, Camphor, Green Muguet, Jasmine, Hyacinth.
Palo Santo
Used in aromatherapy for its calming properties. Noted for evoking a sense of nostalgia. Comforting, woody, fresh, slightly smoky with undertones of citrus and mint. Very atmospheric, in that it subtly sets a grounding, cleansing tone in the room. I favor light springy florals, baked goods, and fruity profiles (things you can eat or drink), but Palo Santo albeit moodier strikes a chord with me. A favorable blend featuring this popular scent. Palo Santo Wood, Cypress, Blood Orange, Rosewood, White Sage, Black Peppercorn, Vetiver, Clove.
Pumpkin Crème
Words do no justice for this fall fantasy. All the things right here in this one. My, no questions asked, favorite by Hemlock Park. More dynamic than the average pumpkin spice scented everything. You may as well be sitting in a pumpkin patch eating pumpkin cupcakes and sipping on apple cider. All of fall, all at once. Spicy, sweet, warm, cozy, creamy. Football season in a glass jar. Pumpkin, Vanilla Crème, Ginger, Clove, Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Allspice, Brown Sugar, Winter Chestnut.
Santal
Rich, elegant, warm, inviting. Complex layers, reminiscent of something familiar but not easily placed. Similar to Palo Santal, I find myself intrigued that I like its darker profile, yet it, too, sets the tone of a room. It's broody and dignified like leatherbound books... or is it light and carefree like an evening coastal campfire. Whatever it makes you feel, it makes you feel. Brilliant blend that magnifies the beauty of Santal. Santal, Hinoki Cypress, Sea Salt, Clove, Star Anise, Peppercorn, Rosewood, Amber, Balsam.
Scarlet Rose
If a candle could be an English rose garden... she's it. I'm stunned at how the exact smell of my grandma's roses made it into wax form. Sweet, enticing, lively. We know how candy companies try to sell us watermelon or banana flavor just like room sprays and perfumes try with rose... this is not that. An exact replica of the peach-colored, thorn-covered rose bushes I grew up smelling. Scarlet Rose sits pretty as my number two top pick. Rose Petal, Petitgrain, Palmarosa, Myrtle, Rosewood, California White Sage, Oakmoss.
If you'd like more in-depth insight of a Hemlock Park scent not covered or if you have insight yourself, leave a comment!
Non-GMO Premium Coconut Wax
FSC-Certified Wood Wicks
Paraffin-free/Petroleum-free
Premium-grade Botanicals
No Synthetic Fragrance/No Dyes
Paraben-free/Phthalate-free
IFRA Safety Standards
Vegan/Sustainable
One Tree Planted Partner
Carbon-neutral Deliveries
Handcrafted in the Sierras
Made in the USA
Wood Wick Trimming
Wick trimming, every type of wick, really does extend the life of your candles. After the first burn, most wood wicks can easily be pinched off with your fingers. Be careful not to pinch too low, as the wick will have a hard time lighting next time. Use a small piece of napkin or paper towel to keep your fingers from getting soot on them and only pinch when the wax is cool and solid. If the wick doesn't break off low enough where you remove a majority of the char, you may prefer using a trim kit or I use scissors to cut back the excess charred wood. A little extra attention will exponentially extend the life of your candles.
Hemlock Park Sustainability
Hemlock Park is a loyal friend to our environment with their eco-conscious ingredients, recyclable & sustainable packaging, carbon-neutral delivery, and partnership with One Tree Planted. There are no environmentally harmful chemicals or toxins in their fragrances or wax. Their glass jars are recyclable, and the wood wicks are FSC-Certified and sourced from sustainable fruit trees. With their One Tree Planted partnership, trees are planted with every purchase made at Hemlock Park. Also recognized by People for the Planet, they were a 2019 Nonprofit Partner Changemaker Honoree. By partnering with Heirloom, Remora, and Charm, carbon removal companies vetted by scientists from Carbon Direct, Hemlock Park offsets their shipping emissions for every order. A formula is used to calculate emissions, and a portion of their revenue is used to remove the generated carbon. You burn bright Hemlock Park.
Closing Thought
Clean burning, long burning, non-toxic, well priced, unique & desirable scent profiles, variety of sizes, vast selection of scents, an environmentally conscious brand, expedient & outstanding customer care, quick shipping, and beautifully packaged shipments round out why Hemlock Park Coconut Wax Candles garnered such a glowing review.
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