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  • Candle Care 101: How to Make Your Modest Candle Last Longer

    Candle Care 101: How to Make Your Modest Candle Last Longer

    A few smart steps—like trimming your wick, allowing full melt pools, and placing your candle away from drafts—can seriously extend burn time and scent throw. Combine that with troubleshooting tricks, a little science, and some non-toxic rituals, and your Modest candle becomes a long-term vibe-setter, not a quick fix.

  • Why Coconut Apricot Wax Is Better Than Soy for Cannabis Odor Control

    Why Coconut Apricot Wax Is Better Than Soy for Cannabis Odor Control

    Coconut apricot wax outperforms soy wax for cannabis odor control thanks to its superior scent throw, smoother burn, and lipid-based molecular bonding. Scientifically tested and consciously sourced, it’s the better base for odor-neutralizing candles in cannabis-friendly homes.

  • From Pour to Power: How Our Candles Are Made

    From Pour to Power: How Our Candles Are Made

    Modest & Co. candles are poured in small batches using coconut apricot wax, cured for 5 days, and designed with top-mid-base scent layering to neutralize cannabis odors. They’re tested using real-world environments and lab-grade analysis.

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.