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Eco Soy Candles Inspired by California & Cornwall | Hand Poured in the UK

Eco-friendly soy scented candles, hand-poured in Cornwall.
Crafted in Cornwall and inspired by the Californian and Cornish coasts, our natural soy candles bring clean-burning calm to your space. Each eco-friendly candle is hand-poured using vegan wax, FSC® certified wooden wicks, and scent profiles that capture the laidback spirit of sea, surf, and soul. From ocean inspired blends to warm, nostalgic notes, our sustainable candles smell incredible, and do good too. Every candle sold supports UK kelp restoration projects to help fight climate change

Clean burning. Coastal inspired. Seriously giftable

Soy candles UK – Kernowfornia Soul eco-friendly candles on wooden step in Cornish coastal home, natural home décor and sustainable living style
Fistral Beach soy candle in a neutral eco tin with minimalist label, styled on a micro cement spa bathroom shelf in a surfer-inspired coastal home — perfect for sustainable, laidback living.
Glowing desert cactus soy candle on a minimalist bathroom shelf, styled with vegan natural soap — inspired by laidback Californian living and sustainable desert coast décor

Kernowfornia Soul®

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  • Who We Are

    Eco Conscious Soy Candles Inspired by the Cornish & Californian Coasts

    At Kernowfornia Soul® Candle Co, we create eco friendly soy candles in the UK, inspired by the wild beauty of the Cornish and Californian coastlines. Each candle is hand poured in small batches in Cornwall using 100% natural soy wax, clean-burning, non-toxic oils, and FSC® certified wooden wicks that crackle as they burn

  • Our Purpose

    Feel Good. Do Good. Burn Clean.

    We believe candles should soothe your space and soul, without compromising the planet. That’s why we use only clean, sustainable ingredients and plastic-free packaging across all of our collections.

    As part of our mission to protect the planet, a portion of every candle sold supports ocean kelp restoration projects, helping to fight climate change and protect marine ecosystems.

    Healthy Kelp = Ocean Wealth

  • Why Choose Kernowfornia Soul®

    • Hand poured soy candles UK
    • 100% natural, non-toxic ingredients
    • Clean burning with FSC® wood wicks
    • Inspired by nature, rooted in purpose
    • Supports climate action with every candle
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FAQs

What are eco conscious soy candles

Our soy candles are made from 100% natural, renewable soy wax, a biodegradable alternative to paraffin. They're clean-burning as we only use fragrance oils which are free from Paraben's and Phthalates, and are hand poured with love to reduce environmental impact. We also use FSC® certified wooden wicks, and all our tins and packaging is fully recyclable.

Why choose soy scented candles over paraffin candles?

Soy wax burns longer and cleaner than paraffin, producing less soot and toxins. It's a healthier choice for your home, family, and the planet.

Are wooden wicks better than cotton wicks?

Yes! Wooden wicks provide a beautiful crackling sound, a cleaner burn, and create a modern, rustic look. Plus, they come from FSC® certified wood sources for sustainability.

How long do your soy scented candles burn?

As soy wax burns slower than Paraffin wax it is better value for money. Our 250g tin soy scented candles burn for a minimum of 45 hours

Do your candles contain any harmful chemicals?

Nope. We use phthalate-free fragrance oils and never include parabens, lead, or petroleum byproducts. We also use FSC® certified wooden wicks, as even some cotton wicks are actually coated in Paraffin wax to help them burn.

Why does my wooden wick candle tunnel or go out?

Wooden wicks need a bit of love! Always trim your wick (see our blog post on how to look after your wooden wick candle, and you will also receive a wooden wick care card in your delivery)

To Avoid tunnelling you need to let the candle burn long enough to create an even melt pool (simply means let the wax melt from one side of the tin to the other)

Candles have a "memory" so the first burn is important.

Is your packaging eco-friendly?

Yes, our packaging is recyclable, biodegradable, or reusable, because sustainability matters at every step. We recommend you clean out and re-use your tins, they make wonderful plant pots.

How do you support Climate Change?

We donate a proportion of ever candle sold to our Kelp projects. Why is kelp so important? Kelp is an 'ecosystem engineer'. This is a very fancy way of saying that kelp takes greenhouse gasses (GHG) out of the atmosphere, where those  GHGs are then 'fixed' into organic carbon in the ocean to create the crucial kelp structure. This is crucial because the kelp structure provides an important habitat of many juvenile marine animals, and enhances water quality. So kelp can reduce impacts from climate change, enhance biodiversity and improve water quality. This is why we love kelp!

What scents are available in your eco-friendly soy candles?

From beach coconut to cozy gingerbread and refreshing desert cactus or coastal cypress, our scent lineup is Cornish and Californian inspired and free from harmful additives.

Where are your candles made?

All our candles are hand-poured in small batches right here in Cornwall using ethically sourced ingredients.