R&D
One of the cornerstones of our business is our exceptional commitment to innovation.

One of the cornerstones of our business is our exceptional commitment to innovation.

Our on-site, fully staffed Research & Development (R&D) department ensures that every Alene candle meets industry standards, as well as our own testing protocols.  
Alene R&D experts include a staff of veteran chemists and lab technicians dedicated to candle formulation, testing, and innovation. Their mastery of the subtleties of candle arts has produced our reputation for making the finest candles in the industry - yet at an efficient and cost-effective value.

Our Vice President of R&D currently serves on the National Candle Association (NCA) Board of Directors and is also a contributing committee member. This allows us to have our fingers on the pulse of the world´s most current design and fragrance trends.

Alene Candles' Extensive R&D Focus Includes:

Color research and development at Alene Candles

Formula Development

We pioneer cutting-edge wax blends and fragrance performance.
Wick optimization research and development at Alene Candles

Wick Optimization

We ensure the best, cleanest burn. We recognize that the perfect wick needs to be selected for every combination of fragrance, wax formula, and container in order to produce the cleanest-burning candle with full consumption. We stock over 400 different types of wicks, allowing us to select the correct one to bring out your candle's best.
Formula development at Alene Candles

Color

We see to it that your candle matches your specifications or target color, including Pantone® matching.
Fragrance throw research and development at Alene Candles

Fragrance Throw

We ensure the candle emits the best fragrance performance for your formulation, whether cold or lit with a warming pool.
Aesthetics research and development at Alene Candles

Aesthetics

We meet both your project criteria and our quality standards.
custom programs at Alene Candles

Custom Programs

Alene has the ability - and the interest - to create an innovative strategy for your project. Just tell us your objective, and we'll develop a program to suit.

We understand that achieving an optimal, safe burn plays a crucial role in repeat sales and brand loyalty.

Alene Candles‘ strict protocols for testing and development provide data and expertise to ensure these expectations are met. The expert staff at our custom-designed on-site R&D, Burn Testing and Stability Testing Laboratories conduct tests in multiple shifts, enabling faster development time and improved speed-to-market.

Alene Candles' Testing Facilities Include:

Burn Lab Testing at Alene Candles

Burn Testing Lab

We burn and monitor each project to ASTM requirements and customer specifications.  With our extensive laboratory facilities, we're able to test up to 1500 candles a day, allowing both excellence and efficiency.

Our labs boast specially designed burn rooms, each with its own independent HVAC system. By providing continuous fresh air exchanges to control oxygen levels and air flow, in addition to strict temperature control and uniform testing surfaces, we can ensure optimal testing conditions. Automatic record-keeping guarantees that data is accurately captured for analysis.
Stability testing lab at Alene Candles

Stability Testing Lab

In our stability laboratory, we subject a candle to extreme conditions such as freezing and thawing to make certain it will arrive at its destination in perfect form. Other tests evaluate fade-resistance to make sure that the candle remains as designed when exposed to light sources, as well as anti-aging methods to ensure the candle survives the test of time.

Alene Quality Assurance

All product testing is done in our laboratories for the ultimate in quality assurance. Our suppliers, products, and materials adhere to the requirements of California Proposition 65, a California law that has been in effect since 1986 to promote clean drinking water and keep toxic substances that cause cancer and birth defects out of consumer products.
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