Our Commitment to Sustainability

Our Commitment to Sustainability

At Salt & Branch, we believe that beautiful fragrances shouldn't come at the expense of your health or our planet. Every candle, diffuser, and product we create is thoughtfully crafted with clean ingredients and sustainable practices.

🌿 What's IN Our Products

  • 100% Natural Soy Wax - Renewable, biodegradable, and supports American farmers
  • Phthalate-Free Fragrance Oils - No harmful chemicals, just clean scents
  • Natural Essential Oil Infusions - Pure cedarwood, lavender, fir needle, and more
  • Non-Toxic Reed Diffuser Base - VOC compliant in all 50 states
  • Dye-Free Candles - No synthetic colors, ever

🚫 What's NOT in Our Products

  • No Parabens
  • No Phthalates
  • No Synthetic Dyes
  • No Paraffin Wax (petroleum-based)
  • No Harmful Toxins

♻️ Responsibly Sourced Materials

We carefully select every material that goes into our products:

  • Responsibly Harvested Rattan Reeds - Sustainable sourcing for our diffusers
  • Recycled African Glass Beads - Beautiful accessories with a second life

🌍 Our Sustainable Operations

  • No Printed Invoices - Digital-first to reduce paper waste
  • Handmade Small-Batch Production - Made to order reduces waste and ensures freshness
  • Local Production in Massachusetts - Lower carbon footprint, supporting our local community
  • Vessel Repurposing Program - We provide guides to extend the life of every container

💚 Why Soy Wax Matters

Burns Cleaner: Soy wax produces less soot than paraffin, keeping your air quality pure
Burns Longer: Soy candles burn 30-50% longer than paraffin candles
Renewable Resource: Made from soybeans, a sustainable crop that supports biodiversity
Biodegradable: Won't harm the environment when disposed of

🕯️ Give Your Vessels a Second Life

Every Salt & Branch vessel is designed to be reused. Once your candle has burned down:

  1. Freeze the vessel for 2 hours to easily remove remaining wax
  2. Wash with warm soapy water
  3. Repurpose as: a planter for succulents, a holder for makeup brushes, a desk organizer, a tea light holder, or a small vase for fresh flowers

     Our Founder's Story

Salt & Branch was born from my love of coastal New England and a commitment to creating products that are as kind to the earth as they are beautiful in your home. As a woman-owned small business based in Massachusetts, I personally craft each product in small batches, ensuring quality and minimizing waste. When you choose Salt & Branch, you're supporting sustainable practices, clean ingredients, and a business that truly cares about our shared environment.

- Melissa, Founder

🎯 Our Ongoing Commitment

Sustainability is a journey, not a destination. We're continuously exploring:

  • New eco-friendly packaging options
  • Third-party sustainability certifications
  • Partnerships with like-minded sustainable suppliers
  • Ways to reduce our carbon footprint even further

Questions about our sustainability practices?
We'd love to hear from you. Reach out anytime - transparency is part of our commitment.