What are GoodLight candle vessels made of?

  • APOTHECARY JARS

    High quality, thick glass

  • TRAVEL TINS

    Lightweight, brushed aluminum

  • CERAMIC CUPS

    Custom-etched, premium ceramic

  • GLASS VOTIVES

    Thick glass, with a premium matte finish

  • TEA LIGHTS

    Simple, untreated aluminum

  • GOLD TUMBLERS

    Flake-free finish, oxidized aluminum

GoodLight Eucalyptus Citrus scented candles and packaging on a surface with matches in the background

PAPERBOARD PACKAGING

Made from recycled cardboard, printed with vegetable-based inks.

The sustainability of our materials

Candle vessels that are just as thoughtfully made as the candles themselves. Our glass vessels and aluminum candle tins are selected for their durability, versatility, and sustainability credentials –materials that can be recycled repeatedly without degradation. Our ceramic candle jars are equally enduring, designed to be re-loved and repurposed for years to come.


Whether reused around the home or responsibly recycled, every vessel is designed to support a circular lifecycle that continues long after the wax is gone.

How to clean wax out of your vessels for upcycling

  • 01

    REMOVE THE WICK CLIP

    Hot Tip: Use the tip of a butter knife to loosen it.

  • 02

    REMOVE THE RESIDUAL WAX

    The inside of the vessel should be completely clean.

  • 03

    RE-USE IT, MANY TIMES OVER

    Hold jewelry, spices, or any other tiny trinkets.

For more on how to clean wax out of candle jars, view our FAQs.

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THE OVEN METHOD FOR CLEANING GLASS & CERAMICS

For removing leftover wax, the oven method for candle jars is one of the easiest ways to prepare vessels for reuse.

Start by preheating your oven on its lowest temperature (200 ºF is ideal). Ensure the wick clip has been removed before placing the vessel on a baking sheet and into the oven for about 10 minutes. Using oven mitts, remove the vessel from the oven. From there, cleaning candle wax from the vessel is as easy as wiping it with a paper towel.

Why plant-based scents matter (for clarity)

We use pure essential oils and other botanical oils to create the rich plant-based scents of our scented candles. While scientific research supports the cognitive benefits of many plant-derived essential oils, what’s equally important is what’s not in our formulas. Conventional scented candles often rely on paraffin-based fragrances and other synthetic ingredients, which have raised concerns around indoor air quality and long-term exposure. By prioritizing nontoxic candle scents, we help create a cleaner candle experience while supporting the safe and sustainable reuse of our vessels long after the final burn.

How to recycle or compost your GoodLight candle components

Intention in every ingredient – all the way down to the compostable candle wax and wick, suitable for any industrial/municipal composting program. For how to recycle candle tins or any of the other GoodLight vessels, refer to the handy guide below:

  • WAX & COTTON WICKS

    Palm wax is 100% plant-based & compostable in most composting facilities.

  • GLASS JARS & ALUMINUM TINS

    Recyclable in standard curbside glass & metal bins once cleaned.

  • PAPERBOARD BOXES

    Made from recycled materials & 100% recyclable.

  • Can you recycle tea light cups?

  • Yes! Our tea light cups are made with aluminum, an infinitely recyclable material. For recycling aluminum candle cups, make sure the tiny metal wick clip that anchors the wick to the bottom and the leftover wax are fully removed.

Reuse. Re-purpose. Repeat.

Easy up-cycling ideas for each vessel:

APOTHECARY JARS

  • Kitchen jar for spices, seasonings, or finishing salts
  • Refill container for homemade scrubs or bath blends
  • Seed storage jar for gardeners and plant lovers

Download printable labels for apothecary jars and travel tins.

TRAVEL TINS

  • Pill or vitamin tin for a bag or carry-on
  • Jewelry/earbud holder for travel
  • Spice or tea tin for the pantry

Download printable labels for apothecary jars and travel tins.

CERAMIC CUPS

  • Planter for herbs or succulents
  • Catchall for everyday essentials
  • Makeup brush or toothbrush holder

GLASS VOTIVES

  • Tea light holder for layered candlelight displays
  • Match holder
  • Propagation vessel for plant cuttings

TEA LIGHTS

  • Paint wells for watercolors or acrylics
  • Bead/bobby-pin sorters
  • Seed-starter pots

GOLD TUMBLERS

  • Desk catch-all for pens and clips
  • Bud vase for short stems or dried flowers
  • Bathroom holder for cotton rounds or hair ties

We're always happy to help.

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    Answers from first burn to the final recycling.

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