MEET THE MAKER

My name is Emily and I am the Owner of La Vie Luna Apothecary. I started pouring candles in my bedroom in 2019 as a way to cope with anxiety and depression. The act of making and crafting got me out of my head and into my hands, and I completely fell in love with the process (and also how freeing it was for my brain). ‘

As I started reading books and taking courses on candlemaking, I learned about all of the not-so-cute ingredients found in mainstream candles (for instance paraffin wax which is a petroleum biproduct, the use of the blanket term “fragrance” which is not regulated in the US, and wicks that still contained lead or zinc). I decided that if I was going to start making candles, I was going to ensure that every ingredient I use is safe and non-toxic. I wanted candles in my home that I’d feel safe burning around my family and pets. So … I found reputable suppliers who provide me with vegetable candle waxes, certified non-toxic fragrance oils, and cotton wicks.

As I continued making non-toxic candles, I also felt called to create more non-toxic products, so I branched out into wax melts, reed diffusers, room sprays, and bath salts. I sold my products at fairs, farmer’s markets, and pop-up shops for years before I found my first retail space in Plymouth, MA. After about a year in my retail space, I found out we were pregnant with our 2nd child. We have since decided to take some time, focus on growing our family, and get back into the core of why I started La Vie Luna Apothecary - to make high-quality, non-toxic self-care goods.

I am so happy to have you here, and I hope you love your La Vie Luna goods!

xo Emily