Sunscreen isn't the only product contaminated with Benzene.

If you haven't seen it plastered on the news, In July 2022, there was a nationwide recall of Banana Boat Sunscreen due to the presence of the carcinogen, Benzene. Scientists are increasingly finding benzene and...

What Is Natural Fragrance, and is it Safe?

Unfortunately, because components that go into giving a candle or any scented product its unique smell are considered a trade secret under the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act of 1966, manufacturers do not have to...

Founder's Favorites: Summer Products

As the weather gets warmer, the days get longer, and we have slightly more free time because it is not candle season! This is our time to recharge; time to get outside! We are sharing...

Ending Endocrine Disruption: How to Reduce Toxic Hormone Disruptors in Your Home

Scented candles, carpets, unfiltered drinking water, pesticides, and some cosmetics each share something in common – something none of their manufacturers want you to know about. Within each seemingly unrelated product are endocrine disruptors, chemicals...

The Floral Industry’s Dirty Secrets

Where do flowers come from?  What has happened to those flowers prior to getting here?  Have those who grow the flowers been paid fair wages or treated well?  Are the flowers you purchase toxic? If...

Air Fresheners are Bad for Your Health – But There’s a Solution

Whether it’s as a finishing touch after cleaning or to help mask a bad odor, room sprays have long been a go-to for freshening up the home. However, while conventional room sprays may eliminate odors...

Founder's Favorites: Valentine's Day Gift Guide

There’s no better way to say you care about your special someone (or yourself!) by gifting them the best in natural and nontoxic products! Here’s the top products that the Fontana Team is loving for...

Palo Santo: Our New Favorite Non-Toxic Wellness Ritual

Palo santo (Bursera graveolens) is a new addition to our Fontana family of home-scenting options, but the aromatic wood has been valued for its therapeutic properties for centuries. In fact, palo santo literally translates to...

Soak and Renew for Self-Care: The Benefits of Bath Salts

It’s no secret that there’s something instantly calming and therapeutic about lighting a non-toxic essential oil candle and sliding into a warm bath. It’s a place where your muscles can be soothed, your mind quieted,...