Why Maya Loves Lavender + Cedar
Maya works as a nurse at Humana and teaches as an associate instructor at a local college, a combination that creates significant stress in her daily life. She uses Slow North's Lavender + Cedar candles to wind down - learn how she discovered Slow North, and why Lavender + Cedar is a great choice to relax after a stressful day.
Why Maya was disappointed with natural candles (before she found Slow North).
Maya was frustrated with the candle market - even expensive "mass market" candles were disappointing, producing soot, burning unevenly, and tunneling instead of melting all the way down. She'd been let down by other companies who sent her damaged products and responded with a dismissive "meh" attitude. Quality candles that actually performed as promised felt impossible to find.
Finally...a natural candle that delivers on its promise
After collaborating with a well-known yoga instructor, Maya discovered Slow North candles. She took the scent quiz to explore options that might work for her.
In Slow North, Maya found candles that finally delivered on their promises - they burn cleanly without soot or pockmarks, create an even melt pool all the way to the bottom with no waste, and have genuine "scent throw" that fills a room. She now keeps different scents in different rooms throughout her home - using them while working at her desk and to create distinct atmospheres.
Maya found zen with Slow North's lavender + cedar Candle
Lavender + Cedar became Maya's favorite for achieving that "zen moment" of calming clarity after stressful weeks of teaching. Even her partner fell in love with the candles, describing them as "warming and cozy." The candles became her reliable companion for managing work stress, falling asleep quickly and waking up feeling refreshed and ready for the day.
Maya's Discovery
A gentle ritual for deep relaxation and better sleep
100% Essential Oils
Only pure lavender and cedarwood oils — no synthetic fragrances, ever.
Clean-Burning Soy wax
Made with 100% soy wax for a slow, even burn and zero petrochemical soot.
Naturally Soothing Aroma
Lavender calms the mind; cedar grounds the body — together, they help you drift peacefully to sleep.
Pure botanicals, proven calm
When you light our Lavender + Cedar candle, you’re choosing a ritual rooted in botanical science.
The OG Sleep aid
Lavender - the calming compound backed by science
Lavender ( Lavandula angustifolia ) is one of the most studied essential oils for relaxation and rest. In a randomized controlled trial of college students with sleep complaints, inhaled lavender improved sleep quality compared to sleep-hygiene alone.
What’s more: meta-analyses show lavender’s active compounds (linalool, linalyl acetate) help ease anxiety, slow heart rate, and support deeper sleep cycles.
In short: the soft floral aroma helps your mind shift out of stress-mode—and into rest-mode.
Modern Relaxation, Ancient roots
Essential oils have been part of human wellness rituals for thousands of years.
The ancient Egyptians documented their use as early as 1500 BCE — the Ebers Papyrus describes frankincense applied for a variety of ailments. In classical Greece, Hippocrates reportedly used aromatic oils to purify Athens during plague outbreaks.
By the Middle Ages, lavender was valued for its calming, pain-relieving, and antiseptic properties. Persian physicians recorded treatments using lavender for headaches and low mood. When steam distillation was perfected in 16th-century Europe, essential oils became central to both perfumery and early medicinal practice — a tradition that continues today.
The OG Sleep aid
Cedarwood and the science of deep rest
Modern research has shown that cedarwood essential oil—specifically its main component, cedrol—has measurable sedative effects when inhaled.
In controlled studies, animals exposed to cedrol showed a significant reduction in movement and longer sleep duration, even when given stimulants such as caffeine. Interestingly, when scientists temporarily reduced the animals’ sense of smell, cedrol’s calming effect remained unchanged.
This suggests that cedrol’s sedative influence works through the body’s nervous system, not just the scent pathways. In other words, cedarwood’s ability to ease tension and promote rest appears to act on a deeper physiological level—helping the body slow down, not simply delighting the senses.
Nature's Purest Ingredients
Crafted for calm
Every Lavender + Cedar Candle is hand-poured in Austin, TX, with ingredients you can feel good about:
- 100% soy wax (never paraffin)
- 100% essential oils (never synthetic fragrance)
- Cotton wick (lead-free and clean-burning)
- Reusable glass jar
- Eco-friendly packaging
Light it during your evening wind-down, bedtime routine, or a quiet moment of reflection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Lavender + Cedar
These candles are made without synthetic fragrances or paraffin wax — two common irritants that can trigger reactions in sensitive individuals. While customers often tell us that our candles are the only ones that don't trigger their migraines, it's important to note that for some, any scent, synthetic or natural, is enough to trigger a sensitivity. If you're worried about it, try burning it outside first so as to limit initial exposure. And if you aren't satisfied for any reason, we offer a 100% money back guarantee.
Lavender and cedar essential oils are both known for their naturally calming and grounding effects, helping your body and mind transition smoothly into rest.
Approximately 40–50 hours for our signature size.
No worries — you’re protected by our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. If you’re not happy, contact customercare@slownorth.mom within 30 days for an exchange or refund.
Lavender + Cedar Candles
A clean, natural candle for deeper rest
Breathe easier, unwind fully, and enjoy your evenings without irritation. Join 39,000 customers who have rediscovered the simple joy of burning a candle that actually makes you feel better.
100% Essential Oils • 100% Soy Wax • Hand-Poured in Austin, TX