Our Commitment to Sustainability

We believe that luxury and sustainability can coexist. Since our founding, we've been committed to creating premium aroma candles that not only enhance your living space but also minimize environmental impact.

Our approach is holistic—we consider the entire lifecycle of our products, from ingredient sourcing to end-of-life recycling. We continually evaluate and improve our practices, seeking innovative ways to reduce our footprint while maintaining the exceptional quality our customers expect.

Every decision we make is guided by three core principles: respect for nature, responsibility to our community, and commitment to transparency. We invite you to explore the specific initiatives that bring these principles to life.

Handcrafted Locally

All our candles are handcrafted in small batches in our Hamilton workshop, reducing transportation emissions and supporting the local economy. Our skilled artisans pour, wick, and package each candle with meticulous attention to detail.

Energy Efficient Operations

Our workshop is powered by 100% renewable energy through a combination of on-site solar panels and New Zealand's clean energy grid. We've implemented energy-efficient lighting, heating, and cooling systems to minimize our carbon footprint.

Water Conservation

Our water-saving initiatives include rainwater collection, efficient cleaning processes, and water recycling systems. We've reduced our water usage by 65% since our founding through continuous improvement in our manufacturing processes.

Container Return Program

Bring your empty Xodoxio candle containers back to our store and receive a discount on your next purchase. We clean and reuse these containers, minimizing waste and resource consumption.

Upcycling Workshops

Join our monthly workshops where we teach creative ways to repurpose candle containers into beautiful home décor, storage solutions, and plant pots. We believe in empowering our customers to participate in the circular economy.

End-of-Life Solutions

For containers that can't be reused, we ensure proper recycling through partnerships with local recycling facilities. We also offer a candle refill service, allowing you to reuse your favorite container with a fresh candle.

While we're proud of our sustainability achievements, we acknowledge that we're on a journey of continuous improvement. Here are some areas where we're actively working to do better:

Current Challenges

We're still working on finding fully sustainable alternatives for some components, such as certain specialized essential oils with complex supply chains. We're actively researching and testing new options.

Sustainability Reports

We publish annual sustainability reports documenting our environmental impact, progress on goals, and areas for improvement. These reports are available on our website and in our store.

Customer Involvement

We welcome customer feedback on our sustainability practices. Many of our most successful initiatives have come from suggestions by our community. Share your ideas with us!