About Us

Wick and Tired Collective is a tiny-batch candle company born out of burnout and the search for comfort. After returning to the office after five years of teleworking, I (hi, I'm Demi! ) found myself craving a creative outlet and drinks from local cafés became my small ritual of joy before long workdays. That morning routine sparked something more, a way to turn everyday exhaustion into something beautiful.

As a 9-to-5 office girlie and full-time grad student, I pour each candle as a reminder to slow down and find peace in small routines. Every hand-poured tin captures the warmth of moments of comfort from my favorite cultural scents like ube to chai and coquito, blending nostalgia, culture, and calm for the beautifully burnt-out.

Founded by a woman veteran with ADHD, Wick and Tired Co. celebrates the art of staying “pleasantly overwhelmed” while making self-care smell a little better.

 ✨ Light a wick, stay tired, and let burnout burn beautifully.