{"product_id":"santara-sanctuary-light-premium-pearled-candle-vintage-merlot-unscented-26oz","title":"SANTARA® Sanctuary Light™ Premium Pearled Candle - Vintage Merlot, Unscented 26oz","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOMING SOON\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis Sanctuary Light™ color is currently being added to our collection. Inventory is being prepared and will become available for purchase soon.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/santaramarket.com\/pages\/news-letter-sign-up\"\u003eSubscribe here\u003c\/a\u003e to stay updated on new color additions and exclusive discounts.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Plant-Based • Clean Burning • Refillable System = Zero-Waste Candle Lifestyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate candlelight your way with our SANTARA® Sanctuary Light™ — a reusable premium clean burning pearled sand wax candle system designed to bring beauty, warmth, and intention to everyday rituals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSanctuary Light™ is your blank canvas. Its fine pearled sand wax pours easily into your favorite heat-safe vessel — add a wick, light, and enjoy a fresh candle experience that can be renewed again and again. Pair it with your favorite essential oils, let it breathe on its own, or use it as the centerpiece of your daily ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor \u0026amp; Scent Clarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e This specific item features our \u003cstrong\u003eVintage Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e sand wax candle pearls — a deep, smoky red-purple with the moody richness of dark plum steeped in shadow. This creates a bold visual focal point while leaving room for your favorite home fragrance, meal, or quiet moment. Completely Unscented by design this offers a safe, allergy-friendly option for homes sensitive to synthetic perfumes or competing culinary scents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage Merlot brings understated, moody elegance to modern, traditional, and sanctuary-inspired spaces. To personalize the experience, layer your favorite candle-safe essence into the pearls as you refresh them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Vintage Merlot sand wax candle pearls\u003c\/strong\u003e — deep, smoky, customizable, and visually striking in any container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnscented\u003c\/strong\u003e for versatile everyday use, clean breathing, and zero fragrance clashing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefillable, reusable, and endlessly renewable\u003c\/strong\u003e — a zero-waste candle burning alternative system to disposable jars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse with your favorite heat-safe vessels\u003c\/strong\u003e to adapt beautifully to your changing decor styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefresh the surface\u003c\/strong\u003e for a renewed candle appearance every time you light it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeautiful for rituals, entertaining, gifting\u003c\/strong\u003e, and sophisticated home décor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Biodegradable Vegetable Wax:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made entirely from natural, sustainably sourced plant-derived wax grains — completely free of petroleum-based paraffin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrue Zero-Wax Waste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard candles leave 15% of their wax trapped at the bottom of a jar. With pourable sand wax candle pearls, you only remove the small cooled melt-pool, leaving the rest of the pearls 100% reusable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmoke \u0026amp; Soot-Free Ambiance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean-burning vegetable elements pair with lead-free natural cotton wicks to deliver a clean burn and minimal smoke or soot when used as directed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous 26 oz (737g)\u003c\/strong\u003e resealable kraft pouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes 44 free cotton wicks\u003c\/strong\u003e ($7.99 value) for up to 44 fresh burn resets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable in 9 Curated Wax Colors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSanctuary White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnyx Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Beach Sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesert Rose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft Lavender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOcean Teal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpruce Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStormy Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurnished Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComing Soon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep Burgundy, Barista Brown, Crimson Garnet, Ruby Red, Vintage Merlot \u0026amp; Santara Orange — new colors joining the collection soon.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the 26oz SANTARA® Wins Best Value Over Leading Brands\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe 44.4% Volume Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e A standard leading brand box only gives you 18oz of wax. SANTARA® delivers a generous 26oz of premium pourable sand wax — giving you 44.4% more usable wax per pouch so you're never stuck choosing between a tiny starter kit or an oversized bulk bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sizing Sweet Spot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our 26oz size hits the exact sweet spot for holiday gifting, everyday home refills, and building your first custom color collection without ever forcing you to step up to massive, expensive bulk quantities just to get a premium value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e44 Free Candle Resets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every pouch includes 44 natural cotton wicks completely free (a $7.99 value). Because our pourable sand wax system allows you to easily remove only the small section of hardened and cooled wax pool, a single pouch delivers up to 44 completely fresh candle lifetimes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck Your Vessel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select a nonflammable, heat-safe vessel (like thick glass, ceramic, stone, or metal) that measures at least 4.5 to 5 inches wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePour \u0026amp; Measure Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pour your sand wax candle pearls into the container. Ensure you pour a minimum depth of 3 to 4 inches of wax, leaving at least 1 inch of loose pearls completely underneath the bottom of the wick so heat never transfers to your surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsert Your Wick:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place your wick into the center of the pearls. Ensure it stands perfectly straight and is placed at least 2 inches away from the container walls. Leave only 1\/4 inch of the wick exposed above the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Mindfully:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light the wick and establish an initial burn pool. Never leave a burning flame unattended, and ensure it is placed completely out of reach of children, pets, drafts, and flammable objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefresh Safely:\u003c\/strong\u003e After burning, allow the wax to cool and harden completely. Once cold, lift out the small hardened and cooled wax pool along with the used wick snippet, smooth the remaining loose pearls, insert a fresh wick, and begin again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Candle That Evolves With Your Space\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a vessel that fits the moment — smoked glass, matte ceramic, brushed bronze, or deeply personal décor. Vintage Merlot brings a deep, smoky accent to celebrations, dining tables, and everyday rituals while Sanctuary Light™ gives you the freedom to change the setting while preserving the ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor styling ideas and inspiration, explore our blog and visit our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sanctuary-light\"\u003eSanctuary Light™ candle page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLight mindfully. Live beautifully. Create your sanctuary.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage Merlot (Deep, smoky red-purple tone)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26 oz (737g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWax Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium Pearled Sand Wax (100% Plant-Based)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unscented (Allergy-friendly \u0026amp; essential oil compatible)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resealable kraft pouch with a clear visual product window\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44 Natural Cotton Wicks ($7.99 value) up to 44 fresh burn resets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttributes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean burning • Reusable • Customizable • Endlessly Renewable Candle System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVessel and accessories not included. Also available as part of the SANTARA® Sanctuary Pairing Bundle.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSANTARA® SAFETY GUIDE ⚠️\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause pearled sand wax allows you to turn almost any heat-safe object into a candle, this core safety standard ensures the heat stays centered, preventing your container from cracking or overheating:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4 = 4–5 Inches Wide Minimum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a heat-safe vessel approx. 4–5 inches wide or larger for a single wick. If the container is too narrow, the melt pool will reach the walls and overheat the vessel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 = 2 Inches of Clearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep wicks at least 2 inches apart from each other and safely away from the container walls or nearby candle toppers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 = 1 Inch of Depth Below the Wick:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep at least 1 inch (2.5cm) of loose sand wax pearls below the bottom of the wick. The wick should never touch the base of your vessel, preventing heat from transferring directly to surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💡 Extra Pro-Tips for Sand Wax Safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVessel Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stick strictly to thick glass, ceramic, metal, or stone. 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