Vegan Candle Business

Vegan Candle Business Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: October 10th, 2024

A growing segment of shoppers is concerned with the materials businesses use to make their products. For instance, candles made using beeswax aren’t desirable to many consumers. Thus, starting a vegan candles business can be a great business opportunity.

Vegan candles use modified formulas with ingredients such as soy wax, plant-based waxes, fragrance oils, and natural fragrances. Thus, starting a vegan candles business can be a great business opportunity.

In this list, you'll find real-world vegan candle business success stories and very profitable examples of starting a vegan candle business that makes money.

1. Vintage Vegan Candle Co ($48K/year)

Adam, the founder of Vintage Vegan Candle Co, came up with the idea during the COVID-19 pandemic, which greatly impacted the theater and events industry that he worked in. Wanting to explore the history of lighting and create a product that was environmentally-friendly, he taught himself the art of candle making. His business has since generated £15,000 in the first 10 months, exceeding his initial goal of making £5,000 in the first year.

How much money it makes: $48K/year
How much did it cost to start: $400
How many people on the team: 1

How We Started A $5K/Month Business Making Soy Candles And Diffusers At Home

Vintage Vegan Candle Co started as a hobby during the pandemic, and has now become a fast-growing business generating £15,000 in its first 10 months selling homemade, sustainable soy candles and diffusers.

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