The NOTES® Blog

Why is candle glass waste so bad?

“It’s not plastic, after all, so could it really be that bad?”

If we had a dollar for every time we’ve heard that, we could put a lot of refillable candle jars in people’s hands. The truth: candle glass has some serious environmental impacts. Here’s why we choose refills over landfills and cut out the nasty single-use middleman.

We are officially kicking off Black History Month here at NOTES® and couldn’t be more excited to recognize Black-owned brands with a mission for sustainability. Why is it important to shop at Black-owned businesses? Statistics show that capital tends to be invested more slowly in Black-owned businesses compared to their white counterparts, leading to overall slowed business growth. In general, when small businesses flourish, so do their communities. Celebrate black entrepreneurs and their cultural richness by shopping any of our sustainable picks for Black History month (and every month after). 

A holiday dedicated to expressions of romanticism, friendship, and gratitude – Valentine’s is nearly upon us. Whether your partner, your parents, or just yourself, ‘tis the time to show you care. Celebrate the season of love sustainably with this eco-friendly gift guide, because you shouldn’t have to compromise your love of planet for your love of people (or presents).

The blues, the blahs, the mid-season melancholy – January can often feel in need of a little TLC. Taking time to yourself isn’t selfish, rather, totally necessary to conquer the start of a starry-eyed new year feeling physically and mentally rested. So, take this time to transform your Sunday sulking into Sunday self-care with these thoughtful (and sustainable) mindful practices.

This time last year, NOTES® was just a figment of our (granted, well-thought-out) imagination. Do people really care about sustainability? Will they love our candles as much as we do? These were the questions buzzing around our minds in December of 2021, and even occasionally in 2022. It’s safe to say that the new way to candle exceeded our expectations. Our community is a source of joy – sporters of fresh, refillable fragrance, advocates of approachable sustainability. In 2023, we have some larger-than-imagination plans in our drafts which we can’t quite spoil, but here are some hints!

New year, new you (or at least until the end of January). Keeping a resolution when it means altering your existing routine can feel uncomfortable. But making a positive impact on the planet doesn’t mean changing the world. It’s small changes that band together to create lasting impact. In 2023, we challenge you to embrace discomfort in the name of making a positive impact on your environment. Without further ado, here’s our round-up of attainable and sustainable resolutions you can make this coming year.