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All About Us.
At ExtraLit, we’re not just in the candle game—we’re here to spark memories, fuel joy, and bring bold energy to your everyday moments.
Our scents are inspired by real-life nostalgia—the carefree chaos of childhood, the glow-ups of adulthood, and everything in between. Each one is hand-poured with purpose: to help you slow down, laugh harder, feel deeper, and light up the good stuff.
From your first big win to your last-minute meltdown, we make candles for it all. Because life gets wild—but it should always smell amazing.
Why We Shine.
We believe what you light should reflect what you value. That’s why we craft every candle with care, using clean ingredients, sustainable materials, and a whole lot of heart. We're not just here to smell good—we’re here to do good. From the scents that spark connection to the causes we support, everything we do is designed to shine a little brighter.
We use 100% all natural, vegan soy-coconut wax, poured into infinitely recyclable tin or glass containers. Our packaging? 100% plastic-free, eco-friendly, and crafted entirely from recycled and recyclable materials.
We use fragrance oils that are phthalate-free and Proposition 65 compliant, excluding carcinogens, mutagens, reproductive toxins, organ toxins, and acute toxins.
Kindness is the light that guides us. $5 from each sale of our HumanKind & Glow Up candle goes to charity, helping us give back to causes we care about.
Our Story.
Our story started with a long-time love for bougie candles and a nostalgic spark from watching The Karate Kid with my kids. That moment—the warmth of family and the thrill of rooting for the underdog—captured a feeling I wanted to bottle up and share. And so, ExtraLit Candles was born: luxurious scents that transport you to moments that matter most.
But this business is about more than candles. After years in the corporate world, I made the bold decision to step away and focus on what truly matters: my family, my passions, and the difference I want to make. ExtraLit is my way of blending everything I love—creativity, sustainability, and the people who mean the most—into a business that does more than just light up a room.
My kids are the artists behind the beautiful artwork on our site, my husband handles all the tech, and I pour each candle by hand, using non-toxic, clean fragrances and 100% natural wax from a woman-owned business. Every detail is crafted with care, so you can feel good about what’s in your home.
With our HumanKind candle line, we’re lighting the way for change. Each candle supports human rights and women’s rights because we believe every small act can spark something bigger.
And when I’m old and in my rocking chair, I know I’ll be proud of what we’ve built—a business that stands for something greater. Our candles are minimalist yet luxurious, designed to blend seamlessly into your space while meaning something deeper. We invest in packaging that’s as eco-friendly as possible, so every purchase does more good than harm.
From my family to yours, we hope our candles fill your space with warmth, joy, and memories that last a lifetime.
xx Vanessa
Giving Back Through HumanKind
We believe every act of kindness can make a difference. That’s why we created the HumanKind candle line—a collection inspired by joy, compassion, and a commitment to meaningful causes. With every purchase of our HumanKind, Love is Lit and Glow Up candle, we will make a donation to the American Civil Liberties Union, National Women's Law Center, or The Trevor Project, helping protect human rights and create a fairer world. Join us in spreading kindness, protecting others, and lighting the way for change, one candle at a time.
