New: Eco-Friendly Packaging

At 4Candles, we take our commitment to the environment and corporate social responsibility seriously. We are continuously looking for ways to maintain the high-quality standards that our customers expect whilst minimising the impact we make on the environment.

Over the last two months, we have been extensively trialling an eco-friendlier packaging solution – as many of our customers will know upon receiving their orders.

Previously, we used branded plastic air bags to secure items within your order however we have now moved to a paper solution. Whilst the previous plastic solution was recyclable, the paper alternative has many eco-friendly advantages. The paper packaging is made from recycled material, supports renewable forestry, and is more widely recyclable. In addition to this, the paper packaging can be re-used when fulfilling your own orders and is fully compostable!

We have received great customer feedback since implementing this change and have sent several thousand parcels to our customers under the trial.

Some customers may continue to receive the previous packaging fill – whilst stocks are run-down, and the previous solution is phased out entirely.

This is just one of the many things we are doing to become as sustainable as possible. Other CSR projects we have undertaken include the discontinuation of single-use plastic fragrance oil bottles and negotiating contracts with three local recycling companies to ensure we can recycle as much of our waste as possible. Currently, more than 85% of our waste is recycled.

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