Our Story

Palak Shah, founder of Infusion Candle Co., a South Asian inspired soy candle brand based in Chicago. Hi, I'm Palak.

I grew up between two worlds.
Indian at home — chai always on the stove, sandalwood at every prayer, jasmine in my mom's garden. American everywhere else — code-switching before I knew the word for it.

For years, I thought I had to pick one. Tone down the Indian parts to fit in. Save them for home. Keep them separate.

I started Infusion Candle Co. in 2020 because I was done choosing.

These hand-poured soy candles are built from the scents that raised me — South Asian scents like chai, jasmine, sandalwood, and rose — made for the home I'm building now. Not a trip back to a place I've never lived. Just the feeling of belonging. Wherever I am.

This brand is for the ones who carry two cultures. Who don't want to shrink either one. Whose homes are a mix of everything they come from and everything they're becoming.
If that's you — welcome. You're home.

— Palak, Founder, Infusion Candle Co. - Chicago

Bring a piece of that story into your home. Discover the candles inspired by the scents that raised me, or explore the fragrance notes to find the one that feels like belonging.

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South Asian American Culture Shock - Infusion Candle Co.

Me, navigating two worlds - every day.

WHAT WE'RE MADE OF

Hand-poured soy candles made with clean, simple ingredients: 100% all-natural soy wax, lead-free cotton wicks, and premium fragrance oils blended with essential oils.

No paraffin. No phthalates. No parabens. No dyes. No harmful additives.

All ingredients are sourced in the USA. Vegan and cruelty-free. Poured in small batches to reduce waste and ensure quality.

Eco-friendly materials. Sustainable practices. A better candle for your home.
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