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Sep 27, 2026Material Paraffin, stearin, beeswax, soy, or olive: which candle wax?You can hardly tell what a candle is made of just by looking at it. An honest comparison even where other waxes perform better...4 minSep 26, 2026Advent Modern Advent wreaths: 7 ideas without a classic wreathSeven ways to arrange four candles – without wire, without hot glue, and without ending up with a shedding wreath in the trash in...4 minSep 26, 2026Advent Advent candles: meaning, colors and the correct orderWhy four candles, in what order, what color, and what you do when the first candle is nothing but a stub by the fourth...4 minSep 7, 2026B2B Corporate gifts from Switzerland: sustainable and personalCompany gifts that won't end up in the trash: hand-poured candles from our studio in Zurich, with a personal message on the label –...6 minAug 28, 2026Frauen Gifts for Women: 10 Ideas from SwitzerlandTen gift ideas for women that don't look like last-minute purchases: six hand-poured favorites from our Zurich studio and four from Swiss labels that...7 minAug 27, 2026Geschenkideen The 10 Best Christmas Gifts 2026 – Swiss FavoritesSustainable Christmas gifts from Switzerland: six hand-poured favorites from our studio in Zurich, four from Swiss manufacturers that we love ourselves – and not...7 minApr 19, 2026Geschenkideen 6 Mother's Day Gift Ideas for More Calm in Everyday LifeMother's Day is approaching – and with it the question: What should I give my mother? At Olfair, we believe that the most beautiful...3 minJan 14, 2026Geschenkideen More than just roses: Sustainable gift ideas for Valentine's DayFebruary 14th. For some, it's the most romantic day of the year; for others, a date fraught with expectations. Quickly grabbing a bouquet of...2 minJan 12, 2026kerzen Winter Blues: 5 Self-Care Rituals for Dark EveningsWhen it gets dark at 4:30 PM, a big plan won't help – but five small rituals you can repeat every evening will.8 minDec 27, 2025eventdeko Table Decoration Ideas for Weddings and BirthdaysTable decorations for weddings, birthdays, and every meal in between – with hand-poured candles from Zurich, concrete budgets, and the one rule that ruins...7 minDec 10, 2025Geschenkideen Sustainable gift ideas from ZurichSustainable gift ideas for everyone and every budget: hand-poured candles and fragrances from our studio in Zurich – plus the question of what actually...6 minNov 6, 2025achtsamkeit Give the gift of wellness: why a candle is more than just a presentGiving a candle as a gift means giving someone time for themselves. We show you who it works for, which scent suits whom, and...3 minNov 6, 2025entspannung Why Candlelight Calms – and How to Turn It Into a RitualThe gentle glow of a flame is calming – and not just in your imagination. What happens in your head and body, and how...5 minNov 6, 2025Nachhaltige Why sustainable candles are important – the Olfair wayFor centuries, candles have symbolized warmth, comfort, and tranquility. But not all candles are created equal. Many conventional products are made from paraffin –...1 minNov 6, 2025Wellness How scents influence our mood How do scents affect our mood? Learn why smells evoke memories, trigger emotions, and how scented candles promote your well-being.2 min