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Fragrance Does NOT Equal Wellness

If you follow us on our social media, you may have seen our team sporting our new Fontana t-shirts that proudly proclaim, “fragrance does not equal wellness.” If you’re new here, welcome! You might be...
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2024 in Review

The Fontana Team is winding down for the year and taking a few days off to refresh, recharge, and enjoy the holiday season!We wanted to take a moment to appreciate what made 2024 shine.It’s been...
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What is Really in an Apple Spice Fragrance Candle?

Step aside, Pumpkin Spice—this Fall, Apple is taking center stage! While Pumpkin Spice usually dominates the season, Apple Spice is increasingly making its mark. We've previously explored the ingredients of a Pumpkin Spice fragrance candle,...
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What is Really in a Pumpkin Spice Fragrance Candle?

Pumpkin Spice and everything not so nice? When you love Fall as much as we do, it is easy to get caught up in the Pumpkin Spice craze. But we want you to think again...
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Fontana: The Rebrand

Since our inception in 2018, Fontana Candle Company has undergone significant transformations and remarkable growth. What began in a basement with our founders, Katie and Eric Roering, has now blossomed into a 6500 sq ft...
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Why Coconut Probably Isn't the Only Ingredient in that Coconut Wax Candle

As many of you know, it has become increasingly challenging to distinguish between genuinely nontoxic brands from those that are merely greenwashing. This issue is even prevalent in the candle industry, where a growing number...
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Fontana Favorites: Mother's Day Gift Guide 2024

Mother's Day is a time to celebrate and express gratitude for the incredible women in our lives, but finding the perfect gift can be a challenge. This year, instead of a traditional bouquet or a...
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We put up a billboard that said "most candles are bad."

Yes, we are the candle company that put up a billboard on the exit of a major highway in our hometown of Lancaster, PA that said "Sorry Travis, Jason is right: most candles are bad."...
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What's New at Fontana?

If you haven't purchased from us since last Fall, you might notice that Fontana looks a bit different this year! This is because we've been hard at work developing new scents, making adjustments to our...