A Home with Pets: The Safety of Verba Candles

Part I — If You Live with a Cat

Cats are beautifully sensitive and independent creatures. Their livers don’t produce certain enzymes that help process aromatic compounds, which makes some essential oils that seem “natural” to us potentially harmful to them.

What Can Affect Cats

• Essential oils such as tea tree, eucalyptus, lavender, citrus, pine, cinnamon, and clove — contain phenols and terpenes cats cannot metabolize.

• Paraffin candles — when burned, can release soot and phthalates that may irritate sensitive respiratory systems.

• Overly concentrated or poorly formulated fragrances — may contain allergens that cause discomfort for sensitive pets.

Even at low concentrations, cats perceive scents far more intensely than humans. A fragrance that feels subtle to us can be overwhelming to them, leading to discomfort or stress.

Why Verba Candles Are Gentle for Cat-Friendly Homes

Each Verba candle is designed with intention — to create atmosphere and warmth without compromising comfort.

• Coconut–apricot wax — a vegan, non-toxic alternative to paraffin. It burns cleanly, evenly, and with minimal smoke.

• FSC-certified wooden wick — lead-free, metal-free, and produces a calm, steady flame.

• Our fragrance oils and ingredients are selected from professional suppliers who follow IFRA safety and allergen guidelines.

• No essential oils known to be toxic to cats — Verba uses perfumery-grade aroma compounds instead of raw essential oils.

Each ingredient we choose is carefully evaluated to align with international safety and allergen standards.
When used responsibly — with good airflow and attentive burning — Verba candles offer rich scent and quiet light, bringing depth and calm to homes shared with cats.

Part II — If You Live with a Dog

Dogs are affectionate, curious, and extremely scent-sensitive — their sense of smell is thousands of times stronger than ours. What feels light to us can be intense for them, so moderation matters.

What to Avoid

• Essential oils like tea tree, peppermint, pennyroyal, wintergreen, citrus, and cinnamon — can cause irritation or nausea.

• Paraffin wax — emits airborne residues that may bother short-nosed breeds like pugs or bulldogs.

• Overly strong synthetic fragrances — may trigger watery eyes or mild respiratory irritation.

Why Verba Is Thoughtfully Made for Pet-Friendly Homes

Verba candles are crafted to be clean, balanced, and comforting — designed for spaces shared with both people and pets.

• Coconut–apricot wax ensures a clean burn without releasing harmful residues.

• Wooden wicks are FSC-certified and metal-free for a natural, even flame.

• Ingredients are sourced from professional suppliers who follow IFRA safety and allergen guidelines.

• No essential oils harmful to pets — each scent is built on carefully measured perfumery compositions, not volatile botanical extracts.

When burned with care, Verba candles unfold their full character — rich scent, steady light, and a sense of quiet strength that settles naturally into homes shared with dogs.

Candle Care & Safety

Even the cleanest candle deserves mindful use.
Keep it out of reach of curious paws and gentle tails, and never leave it burning without supervision.
Let the air move freely — your home and your pets will thank you for it.
Trim the wick before each burn for a clean, steady flame, and if it flickers or smokes, trim it again.
Limit each burn to about two hours to preserve both the fragrance and your pet’s comfort.
When the moment ends, extinguish it gently — never with water, always with care.

Verba is the language of beauty — written with science, balance, and care.
We create what feels good to see, to breathe, and to share — with everyone under your roof.