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Inner Journey Candles

An illustrated candle set about reflection and new beginnings.

Three illustrated candle jars on stones against pink and violet

I developed the concept, illustrations and graphic design for a candle collection about reflection, change and new beginnings. Each label gives one part of that journey its own image. Photography and photographic art direction: Valentina Hernández.

Role
Creative direction, design and illustration
Category
Textiles & objects

To Go Inside

The confusion in your mind does not let you move forward Intrusive thoughts come back again and again always there Guilt for doing too much or doing too little And so the days go by until you decide to open your eyes, feel. look in Sometimes we evade ourselves by asking questions about life That we need to realise that many answers are closer than we think. And knowing each other takes work Open the door to the inner journey To go inside.

Recogerse candle-label artwork with pale lettering surrounded by dark botanical forms
Recogerse candle jar arranged with stones, branches and flowers on pink
Dark Recogerse candle jar with its wooden lid leaning beside it
Close-up of the open Recogerse candle showing white wax and wick
Closed Recogerse candle jar with a wooden lid against white
Lit candle beside a reader's hands, book and cream fabric

Original product copy, preserved as part of the project archive. The aromatic descriptions reflect the language used for the collection; they are not presented here as verified health claims.

Original product copy

Aromatic properties Incense is an excellent ally for its magical effects in meditation and relaxation. Verbena: A plant with purifying properties, used for centuries to overcome moments of depression and melancholy. It has a relaxing and calming effect. Pine: Stimulator of mind and body, promotes mood and mental clarity. It helps to clear blockages.

To Flow

It’s time to leap into the void A change that is becoming more and more necessary and that removes deep layers It’s time to let go, to loosen Say goodbye and thank everything that already was trust intuition To flow.

Fluir label artwork with yellow lettering and blue-green flowing forms
Fluir candle styled with green leaves against turquoise
Open Fluir candle jar with its wooden lid beside it
Close-up of Fluir candle wax and two wicks
Closed Fluir candle with a wooden lid against white
Hand holding a leafy branch above a Fluir candle

Original product copy

Aromatic properties Citronella: its citrus and fresh aroma stimulates the nervous system, bringing joy, vitality, and well-being. It generates a feeling of cleanliness and freshness. Eucalyptus: A plant with medicinal and refreshing properties. It enhances concentration and keeps the energy at its perfect point to clear the mind and lift your spirits. Pine: Stimulator of mind and body, promotes mood and mental clarity. It helps to clear blockages.

To Flourish

Days trying to find concentration Giving shape to the ideas that only exist in your mind Inspiration is the reward of curiosity and discipline. And it leads to understanding what is wanted. Visualize a new beginning. To flourish.

Florecer label artwork with pink centre and floral borders
Florecer candle with cotton, leaves and stones against orange
Open Florecer candle with a wooden lid beside it
Close-up of the Florecer label, white wax and wicks
Closed Florecer candle photographed against white
Lit Florecer candle beside a book and drawing materials

Original product copy

Aromatic properties: Gardenias: floral and fresh fragrance attracts harmony and aphrodisiac energies. It is also known as the flower of love and peace. Cotton: provides a feeling of freshness, cleanliness, and well-being. Sandalwood: transmits warmth in the environment and causes a state of calm. In Hindu culture and India, it refers to the reunion with the spirit and the inner self.

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