The Best Cruelty-free and Vegan Candles in the UK in 2024

Last updated on January 16th, 2024

I have to say, I really do love a good candle! It makes the place feel cosy, smell great and creates an immediate sense of calm within me. Whether you’re after luxury vegan candles, cruelty-free scented candles or simply the best budget vegan candles out there, I’ve found some wonderful vegan candle brands to help you find exactly what you’re looking for!

Before we get started with the list of the best vegan candles in 2024, let’s just answer a few quick questions to help understand the difference between candles that are vegan and cruelty-free and those that aren’t.

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Maybe you already know or maybe this is news to you but most normal candles aren’t vegan-friendly!

So, if you pick up a candle in your local homeware store the chances are, it’s not vegan-friendly. But don’t worry I’m going to help you find some vegan and cruelty-free candles that are kinder to the planet.

There can be several reasons why candles aren’t vegan-friendly, but probably the most common reason is that candles are usually made using stearic. Stearic acid is typically found in animal fats.

During the production process, stearic is used to harden the candle and it can also allow the colour to look good when it’s added. 

Anyway, I’m guessing you’re not here for the science behind how candles are made., which is good, because I’m no scientist. You probably just want to know what vegan and cruelty-free candles you can buy in the UK to make your home a little cosier or to make the perfect gift for a loved one.

So, I’ve put together a list of my favourite vegan and cruelty-free candles that work for different budgets and occasions, let’s get started…

First up on my list is a company that makes vegan candles that are absolutely filled to the brim with love! 

Gorgeous Gower Candles have a wonderful and unique range of scents that go beyond just the timeless classics, but if that’s what you’re after they have them too.

The special thing about the candles from Gorgeous Gower Candles is that they are carefully created using ingredients that bring such depth and richness. They fill your room with individual aromas that are unlike most regular candles.

All Gorgeous Gower Candles are vegan, cruelty-free, eco-friendly and handmade.

Take a look at all of Gorgeous Gower’s scents here.

From Sun.day of London you’ll find natural and Botanical candles that are made with only natural oils and plant-based ingredients.

They’ve got candles made using only aromatherapy-grade pure essential oils, coconut wax and a cotton wick, making them a great choice when looking for vegan-friendly candles.

Another great thing about these candles is that they have a luxury feeling but come with a nice mid-range price.

Take a look at their prices – Sun.day of London at Immaculate Vegan.

Next up is another budget-friendly brand, Superdrug. These guys are always a high contender for my vegan and cruelty-free essentials. But did you know they also have their own range of vegan candles? I first got to know their Layering Lab products because their body mist is from the same range as their candles.

With a collection of different scents and colours Superdrugs’ cruelty-free candles are the best vegan candles if you’re on a budget.

Next up is P.F Candle Co. with their vegan-friendly candles offering pretty much whatever scent you’re after. They offer a big collection of cruelty-free and phthalate-free candles. They make their candles using 100% domestically grown soy wax.

Their range comes in cool-looking rustic jars – Find out more about candles from P.F Candle Co.

Ohros candles are ethically sourced, paraffin and phthalate-free! They make really interesting scents such as ‘Ohros Sunday Morning Soy Candle’ which is described as the scent of Hackney’s best coffee shops put in a candle.

Take a look at Ohros vegan candles here.

ecoKiwi makes candles using soy wax and 100% natural essential oils. There’s no plastic in the packaging and they come in fun reusable jars. There’s little not to love about these candles and they are such a great price for a pack of three. Check out EcoKiwi’s candles on Amazon.

Hemlock Park offers a beautiful range of organic coconut wax candles. You can either go for a full-size candle or cute trio packs if you’d like to try three different scents that you know complement each other. 

Take a look at Candles from Hemlock Park Here.

Well, that’s my list of 7 cruelty-free and vegan candles for all budgets and homes! I hope you’ve found something that takes your fancy and may your home smell lovely forever more! 

Hey, before you go, here’s another post you might be interested in – Do Vegans Eat Honey? Everything vegans need to know about honey!

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Meet Sinead O’Carroll: Vegan explorer, sustainability advocate and the founder of The Wondering Wandering Vegan. Embracing veganism since 2018 and vegetarianism since 2005, Sinead is armed with a Vegan Health, Nutrition and Lifestyle qualification, and is on a mission to share her passion for cruelty-free living. 

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