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  • Burn Time 101: How Long Our Candles Last

    Burn Time 101: How Long Our Candles Last

    Most of our candles burn for 45–50 hours—if you treat them right. We’ll show you how to maximize every burn and keep your space smelling fresh longer.

  • Can a Candle Really Eliminate Weed Smell?

    Can a Candle Really Eliminate Weed Smell?

    Yes—but only if it’s the right candle. Modest & Co. candles use coconut apricot wax and terpene-neutralizing scent compounds like citral, limonene, and linalool to eliminate odors at the molecular level. Tested via SPME-GC analysis, our candles reduce cannabis scent by up to 82% in 15 minutes.

Blog posts

  • The Science Behind Odor Neutralization: Why Modest & Co. Works When Others Don’t

    By Alex Thorne | Odor Control and Wellness Specialist TL;DR Enzymatic odor neutralization breaks smells down at the molecular level — not just masking them. Modest & Co.’s pet-safe, non-toxic sprays and candles translate lab chemistry into everyday freshness. Bio-enzymatic...

  • The Future of Odor Elimination: From Molecules to Mood

    Next-gen odor control blends enzyme-forward chemistry with cleaner carriers and low-VOC design to reduce odor molecules at the source. Modest & Co. pairs targeted surface sprays with clean-burning coconut apricot wax candles and is exploring smart controls for personalized routines.

     

  • No Phthalates, No Parabens, No BS: What Clean Chemistry Really Means

    “Clean” has become a trendy label, but true clean chemistry means measurable compliance—not marketing fluff. It involves formulations free from endocrine-disrupting additives such as phthalates and parabens and designed to meet low-VOC (volatile organic compound) standards.

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