Do you remember how it feels to have a moment of your own?
Well-being flows when we make time and space to restore ourselves, carried by the gentle scent of a candle.
It’s time to slow down and let go
There’s never been a greater need to quiet the noise. The pressure. The constant pull of everything, everywhere. In a world where attention is currency, it’s easy to disconnect from ourselves and forget what makes us feel good.
We take on more, say “yes” too often, move faster than we mean to. We listen to every voice but our own. We rush through life, clinging to the illusion that time is something we can’t afford to lose. Until suddenly, we lose ourselves — feeling overwhelmed, unclear, and out of sync.
Maybe what we need isn’t more. Maybe we just need to breathe, to listen, to come back to what brings us peace and purpose.
“I started Scentir – Emotion Candle because I believe self-care is the most precious thing we have. And it needs to be nurtured, now more than ever.”
Vânia Penedo, founder (passionate about aromas and words)
Creating a new kind of routine
Over the past four years, I’ve taken time to reflect — on what I value, what I’m searching for, and how I really feel.
In that space, I created a personal practice I now call soulcare: quiet moments that are just mine. A time to unplug from the world and step away from outside expectations. A chance to listen to my own voice and reconnect with what makes me feel like myself.
I’ve come to realise that life becomes lighter when we’re truly present. When we allow ourselves to feel every moment, fully.
And in returning to ourselves, something awakens: a deeper awareness that we already have everything we need. It is there, within us. All it takes is to observe, to listen, and to accept who we truly are. Unconditionally.
Soulcare is a ritual of presence. Moments of regeneration that nurture emotional well-being. A gentle invitation to slow living, mindful practices, and an authentic way of life. Guided by our inner wisdom.
The manifesto
I started making scented candles as a way to bring emotional comfort to someone very dear — thousands of kilometres away. When I couldn’t offer a hug, I offered a candle. Because scent can reach where words sometimes cannot.
Over the course of two years, I tested different vegetable waxes and wicks, explored dozens of essential oils and aromatic essences, and blended countless notes. This process taught me patience, acceptance, and how to trust myself — even when things didn’t go as planned.
The journey
Exceptional ingredients
Certified essential oils of the highest quality, from controlled origin and with high aromatic concentration.
Precious absolutes (the rarest) and rich natural extracts, obtained through the aromatic components of flowers, plants, and fruits.
Premium aromatic blends with botanical notes, created by perfumers. Enriched with natural elements and carefully selected synthetic components, essential to ensure superior performance in candles. Free from phthalates or substances harmful to health.
Rapeseed and coconut wax, sustainably produced in Europe. 100% plant-based, free from petroleum derivatives and GMOs. Its slow, even burn enhances scent throw and extends the candle’s life.
Cotton and paper wicks coated in plant-based wax, lead and zinc-free — designed not to release toxins while burning.
The commitment
.jpg)
Washable, reusable ceramic vessels with a minimalist design that blends into any space.
Sustainable packaging made from cotton and cardboard — plastic-free, designed to be reused or easily recycled.
Zero plastic, zero waste
Each candle is carefully hand-poured in small batches. We allow a 10-day curing process, so the scent can fully develop and bloom once the candle is lit.
Handcrafted in Portugal
"In Nature, I found the restorative power of scents.
In the candles that hold them, I found the perfect companion for my soulcare moments."
Irresistible and sophisticated Intentional Aromas, carefully chosen to inspire positive emotions and renew our spirit. Each blend is inspired by Nature’s wisdom and shaped by the principles of aromatherapy and aromachology.