Why I Started Aroma Bay

My journey into luxury handmade candles and home fragrances wasn’t just a passion – it was a necessity. For years, I loved having beautifully scented candles and room sprays in my home, but something wasn’t right. After lighting a candle or spraying a store-bought mist, I would get severe migraines that left me bedridden for days. I had no idea what was causing it. 

After multiple doctor visits, I was advised to make a list of all the products I was using and eliminate them one by one to pinpoint the problem. I was shocked to discover that candles and room sprays – including some of the most sought-after and expensive brands in Australia – were making me feel sick. That realisation sent me down a rabbit hole of research.

 I learned that many candles labelled as "soy" weren’t actually 100% soy – they still contained paraffins and hidden toxins. Only those labelled as 100% soy, beeswax, or coconut wax etc, were truly natural. But these candles were rare and expensive at the time. So, I decided to make my own. What started as a personal mission to create safer, high-quality, phthalate-free candles for myself turned into something much bigger. I absolutely fell in love with the art of candle-making and fragrance blending, and I knew I wanted to share my creations with others. That’s how Aroma Bay was born. 

Today, every product I make is a reflection of that journey. I use only the finest natural waxes, phthalate-free luxury fragrances, and premium ingredients to ensure a cleaner, sophisticated, and safer fragrance experience.  If you’ve ever had headaches, allergies, or felt 'off' after using store-bought candles and sprays, you’re not alone. I’ve been there, and I know how frustrating it is. 

That’s why I’m so passionate about making luxury home candles, room sprays and products that don’t just smell incredible – but are also safer than most store bought products, and beautifully handcrafted. 

Thank you for being a part of my journey and for supporting handmade products.