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Made in Dublin.
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Some scents you wear. Others become you.
This one has been mine for seventeen years. Before I knew the notes, before I could name what I was drawn to, I knew the feeling of it.
Warmth, closeness, the sense of being home in my own skin.
I have worn it every day since. Through every version of myself, every city, every door I have walked through wanting to be remembered. It is the scent I reach for when I want to feel like myself and the one I reach for when I want to be wanted. Addictive, in the quietest way.
Nero Marquina is the most personal piece I have made. Black and white, the colours of Lou Joia and the two halves of this fragrance. The dark fruits and the radiant florals. The shadow and the light … a scent that is at once an embrace and an invitation.
I wanted to give it a vessel that could hold all of that. Stone because some things deserve permanence. Marble because no two pieces are the same and neither are the people who will live with it.
This candle is my home, distilled. I hope, when you light it, it becomes a little of yours too.
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Born from exceptional craftsmanship, Lou Joia Marble Candles bring together the art of perfumery and the precision of traditional candle-making.
Each candle is composed from a carefully balanced blend of waxes, a high-quality fragrance concentrate and meticulously selected wicks, chosen to ensure an even burn and a beautiful diffusion of scent.
Each piece is carefully crafted and finished in our Dublin studio.
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An artisanal creation, your Lou Joia candle deserves considered care. Following these simple steps will help preserve its quality, optimise its burn and allow you to enjoy it safely.
Prepare your space
Place the candle on a flat, stable and heat-resistant surface.
Protect delicate surfaces, including wood and marble, with a suitable tray or candle plate.
Keep away from flammable materials, children and pets.
The first burn
We recommend lighting your candle with a long match.
On the first burn, allow the wax to melt evenly across the surface, creating a full melt pool. This may take up to approximately 4 hours depending on the fragrance and surrounding environment.
Allowing the wax to melt evenly helps prevent tunnelling and encourages a consistent burn throughout the life of the candle.
A small amount of smoke may appear when the wicks are first lit.
While burning
Do not burn your candle for more than 4 hours at a time.
Never leave a burning candle unattended.
Do not move the candle while lit or while the vessel and wax are still hot.
Keep away from draughts and heat sources.
After each use
Extinguish the flame gently, preferably using a candle snuffer.
Once extinguished, carefully re-centre the wicks if necessary.
Before each new burn, trim the wicks to approximately 3–5 mm to encourage a clean, controlled flame.
When to stop burning
Discontinue use when approximately 5 mm of wax remains, or when the metal wick sustainers become visible.
Care & storage
Allow the candle and wax to cool completely before moving or handling the vessel.
We recommend airing the room after burning your candle.
Keep your Lou Joia velvet pouch to protect the candle between uses or for storage.
Store in a cool, dry place between approximately 15°C and 25°C, away from direct sunlight and excessive heat, to help preserve the fragrance, wax and natural stone vessel.
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Best suited to small and medium-sized spaces, with a softer fragrance presence in larger rooms.
Fragrance is released gradually, reaching its optimal diffusion after approximately 20 minutes.
Net weight: 385g
Burn time: approximately 80 hours
Never leave a burning candle unattended.
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Presented in a black velvet pouch, with a dedicated scent card and wrapped in delicate silk paper, each candle is carefully housed in a sustainable carton box.