Hawaiian Hibiscus
Hawaiian Hibiscus
5 oz / 142 g · 25–30 hour burn · Coconut soy wax
Light it on a grey day and the room smells like a warm holiday. The pink wax hibiscus on top is moulded and set on by hand, so it is a candle people pick up and look at. It suits a bathroom or a bedroom that needs some colour.
Natural Coconut Soy Wax
Phthalate-free fragrance oils
Poured by Hand in small batches
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Scent
☀️ Top — Ripe berries, sunny orange and sweet peach.
🌸 Heart — Pink hibiscus, juicy melon and a fresh sea salt petal note.
🌙 Base — White clove and coconut wood, warm and soft.
🏠 Best in — Bathrooms, bedrooms, and bright living rooms. Spring and summer, though it works year round.
🕯️ Pairs with — Sunny Hope for a brighter room, Lavender Paradise for a calmer one.
How to use
Hawaiian Hibiscus is a 5 oz jar with a moulded wax hibiscus and leaf on top.
- First burn: let the melted wax reach the glass on all sides, which needs two to three hours. A short first burn makes a tunnel down the centre and wastes wax.
- Before each burn, cut the wick to 6 mm. A short wick keeps soot off the pink wax flower.
- After four hours, put the flame out. Let the wax set before you light it again.
- In a bathroom, put the jar away from the shower and open windows. Moving air makes the flame flicker and smoke.
- Do not leave the candle lit in an empty room. Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
- The wax hibiscus and leaf soften and melt into the pool during the first burns. This is normal.
- When 1 cm of wax is left, put the candle out and do not light it again. Below this level, the glass can get too hot.
Details
| Scent | Berries, orange, peach, pink hibiscus, melon, clove, coconut wood |
|---|---|
| Size | 5 oz / 142 g |
| Burn time | 25 to 30 hours |
| Wax | Coconut soy wax |
| Wick | Cotton or wood, lead free |
| Fragrance | Phthalate-free fragrance oil |
| Top | Moulded wax hibiscus and leaf |
| Vessel | Clear glass jar |
| Made in | Kelowna, BC, Canada |
| Ships to | Canada and the United States |
Reviews
I recently bought candles from Gist of Light, and I’m honestly impressed by how unique and thoughtfully crafted their candles are. Each scent feels intentional and different from the typical mass-produced options; you can tell a lot of creativity and care go into every product.
What stood out to me most is how well-balanced the fragrances are. They’re rich and inviting without being overwhelming, making them perfect for everyday use. The combinations feel fresh and distinctive, not something you’d easily find elsewhere.
I also love the clean, high-quality ingredients and the aesthetic design; everything feels premium and well put together. It’s clear this isn’t just about candles, but about creating a full sensory experience.
If you’re looking for something unique, cozy, and elevated, Gist of Light is definitely worth checking out :)
One of the best candles I have ever used :)
Why people buy from Gist of Light
| Feature | Gist of Light | Other candles |
|---|---|---|
| Wax | 100% coconut soy wax | Often paraffin, or a paraffin blend |
| Wick | Cotton or wood, lead free | Often not stated |
| Phthalate and paraben free | Yes | Rarely stated |
| Hand poured | Every jar, in Kelowna, BC | Usually machine filled |
| Uniqueness | Topped with moulded wax flowers, set by hand | A printed label on plain wax |
Candle Safety
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Before you light
- Trim the wick to 6 mm (1/4 inch).
- Remove the lid and any packaging.
- On the first burn, let the melted wax reach the edge of the jar.
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While it burns
- Never leave a burning candle alone.
- Keep it away from children, pets, and anything that can catch fire.
- Burn it for no more than four hours at a time.
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Where to put it
- Use a flat, heat-resistant surface.
- Keep it away from draughts.
- A tin gets hot on the outside.
- Do not move a candle while it is lit or while the wax is melted.
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Put it out
- Stop using the candle when 1 cm of wax remains.
- Put out the flame with a snuffer or the lid.
- Let the wax set before you move the candle.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Hawaiian Hibiscus candle smell like?
Ripe berries, orange and peach at the top. Pink hibiscus and melon with a fresh sea salt note in the middle. White clove and coconut wood underneath. Real hibiscus has only a faint scent, so this fragrance adds the smells of the places where it grows: tropical fruit, green leaves and sea air.
Is the flower on top real?
No. It is coconut soy wax with a green wax leaf beside it. Nothing on this candle is food. It melts into the wax pool as the candle burns, which is by design.
How long does a 5 oz candle burn?
25 to 30 hours. The range depends on how long you burn it each time and how draughty the room is. Short burns and open windows both shorten it.
Why is my candle burning down the middle?
That is tunnelling, and it is set on the first burn. Let a new candle burn until the melted wax reaches the edge of the jar, which takes two to three hours. After that the candle remembers the wider pool.
Is coconut soy different from plain soy?
Yes. Coconut wax holds fragrance oil better than soy alone, so the scent stays even through the burn. Our glass jars are coconut soy. Our 3.5 oz tins are pure soy.
Is it safe to burn around pets?
Usually, yes. But each pet is different, and some pets are sensitive to some scents. Keep the flame and the hot jar out of reach, burn the candle in a room with fresh air, and make sure your pet can go to another room. If your pet shows discomfort, put the candle out. Ask your vet if your pet has a breathing problem.
