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Our story

Hollowmere is an invented brand for this demo, so there is no founder story here. This page shows where a real store would put its people, process and policies.

Assorted candles in glass containers laid out flat

How a batch is made

Forty jars at a time. Soy wax melted to 70 C, fragrance blended in at 60 C, poured at 55 C, cured two weeks, then one jar from each batch is burn-tested for four hours. Only batches that burn to the edge ship.

Shipping and returns

Shipping

Free US shipping over $60, otherwise $6. Orders ship in 1 to 2 business days from Portland, OR.

Returns

30 days, free, even if you have lit it once. Email us and we send a label.

Breakage

Glass sometimes breaks in transit. Send a photo and a replacement goes out the same day.

Candle care and FAQ

Why does my candle tunnel?

The first burn sets the memory. Let it burn until the melt pool reaches the edge of the jar, about 2 to 3 hours, and it will burn evenly after that.

Cotton or wood wick?

Cotton is quieter and a touch stronger in throw. Wood crackles softly and gives a wider flame. Same wax, same scent load.

How long does the scent last?

About 45 hours for 8 oz and 70 hours for 14 oz. Keep the wick trimmed to 5 mm and the jar out of drafts.