# CandleStart — Full Reference > Dubai's first candle and perfume-making supply hub. Founded by Ahmed Al Hassoni, a Grasse-certified perfumer, CandleStart provides certified waxes, fragrance oils, perfume raw materials, and tools to candle makers and perfumers across the UAE and internationally. All prices are in AED (UAE Dirhams). ## About CandleStart CandleStart was founded in 2020 as Dubai's first dedicated candle and perfume-making supply hub. We are the only certified wax supplier in the GCC region, providing materials with certificates of analysis (COA). We serve hobbyists, professionals, and businesses with a curated selection of waxes, fragrance oils, raw perfumery materials, equipment, and educational resources. Website: https://candlestart.com Location: Dubai, UAE (physical store + e-commerce) Currency: AED (UAE Dirhams) Phone: +971 52 742 9621 WhatsApp: +971 55 505 0375 Email: candlestartstudio@gmail.com ## Founder — Ahmed Al Hassoni Ahmed Al Hassoni is a Grasse-certified perfumer and the founder of CandleStart. He started in 2019 hand-pouring luxury candles with his wife under the brand Belles Ames Dubai. That journey led him to establish the supply infrastructure that the region was missing. He completed formal perfumery training in Grasse, France, with field studies in ingredient sourcing. Ahmed has manufactured luxury candles for brands including Kayali, Chanel, Netflix, Porsche, and Eucerin. He shares candle-making tutorials, behind-the-scenes content, perfumery education, raw material reviews, and business tips on Instagram (@candlemandubai), YouTube, and TikTok. His personal site is candlemandubai.com. He also founded several tools for the fragrance industry: Olfactal (perfumery ingredient management), ScentDesk (fragrance industry analytics), and co-founded WaxHippo (candle business tools available at waxhippo.com). ## Product Categories ### Candle Wax All waxes include Certificate of Analysis (COA). Types available: - Soy wax (container and pillar grades) - Paraffin wax (fully refined) - Coconut wax and coconut blends - Beeswax (natural and bleached) - Rapeseed wax - Wax blends and specialty formulations - Wax additives (stearic acid, vybar, UV stabilizers) Container/jar waxes: https://candlestart.com/category/container-jar-waxes Pillar/mould waxes: https://candlestart.com/category/pillar-mould-waxes Wax additives: https://candlestart.com/category/wax-additives SEO page: https://candlestart.com/soy-wax-dubai SEO page: https://candlestart.com/coconut-wax-dubai ### Wicks - Cotton wicks (pre-tabbed and spooled) - Wood wicks (single-ply, booster, cross) - Specialty wicks (zinc core, paper core) - Wick centering tools and accessories URL: https://candlestart.com/category/wicks SEO page: https://candlestart.com/wood-wicks-dubai ### Containers and Vessels - Glass jars (various sizes and finishes) - Tin containers - Ceramic vessels - Concrete and cement vessels - Lids (wooden, metal, glass) URL: https://candlestart.com/category/containers SEO page: https://candlestart.com/candle-jars-wholesale-dubai ### Candle Dyes - Liquid dyes - Dye chips and blocks - Mica powder (for wax melts and pillar candles) URL: https://candlestart.com/category/candle-dyes SEO page: https://candlestart.com/candle-dyes-dubai ### Moulds - Silicone moulds (pillar, novelty, geometric) - Metal moulds - Wax melt moulds (clamshell, snap bar, shapes) - Specialty moulds URL: https://candlestart.com/category/candle-moulds Wax melt moulds: https://candlestart.com/category/wax-melt-moulds SEO page: https://candlestart.com/candle-molds-dubai SEO page: https://candlestart.com/wax-melt-supplies-dubai ### Equipment and Tools - Wax melting machines (industrial and hobby) - Pouring pots and pitchers - Digital thermometers - Precision scales - Heat guns - Wick trimmers, snuffers, and accessories - Labels, packaging, and warning stickers URL: https://candlestart.com/category/equipment-tools Wax melting machines: https://candlestart.com/category/wax-melting-machines ### Candle Making Kits Starter kits and project kits for beginners that include wax, wicks, containers, fragrance, and instructions. URL: https://candlestart.com/category/candle-making-kits SEO page: https://candlestart.com/candle-making-kit-dubai ### Fragrance Oils 200+ candle-safe fragrance oils organized by olfactive family: - Gourmand: vanilla, chocolate, bakery, caramel, coffee, sweet - Floral: rose, jasmine, lavender, lily, peony, gardenia - Spicy: cinnamon, cardamom, clove, pepper, saffron - Citrus: lemon, orange, bergamot, grapefruit, yuzu - Fruity: berry, apple, peach, tropical, mango, fig - Woody: sandalwood, cedar, oud, vetiver, patchouli - Fresh: clean, aquatic, green, herbal, eucalyptus, mint - Amber: resinous, warm, oriental, incense, myrrh All fragrance oils are IFRA-compliant and candle-safe. URL: https://candlestart.com/category/fragrance-oils SEO page: https://candlestart.com/fragrance-oils-dubai ### Perfume Raw Materials Professional-grade perfumery ingredients: - Essential oils (lavender, rose, neroli, vetiver, patchouli, etc.) - Absolutes (jasmine, tuberose, rose, tonka, etc.) - Aroma chemicals (ISO E Super, Ambroxan, Hedione, Galaxolide, etc.) - Natural isolates (linalool, geraniol, citronellol, etc.) - Synthetic molecules from major fragrance houses - Resins and balsams (benzoin, labdanum, olibanum, etc.) - Bases and accords URL: https://candlestart.com/category/perfume-raw-materials SEO page: https://candlestart.com/perfume-raw-materials-dubai ### Perfume Equipment and Tools - Compounding vials and bottles - Perfume blotters / mouillettes - Graduated pipettes and droppers - Precision scales (0.01g) - Spray bottles and atomizers - Perfume organ and storage URL: https://candlestart.com/category/perfume-equipment-tools ### Nez Editions (Books) Perfumery education books and reference materials published by Nez Editions. URL: https://candlestart.com/category/nez-editions ### Reed Diffuser Supplies Bottles, reeds, diffuser bases, and fragrance oils for reed diffuser production. SEO page: https://candlestart.com/reed-diffuser-supplies-dubai ## White Label and Private Label Manufacturing CandleStart offers three white-label tracks for brands: ### Track 1: Full Custom Manufacturing - Bespoke scent development by in-house Grasse-certified perfumer - Custom vessel sourcing and branding - Full packaging design support - MOQ: 200 pieces per variant - Lead time: 4-6 weeks from approved artwork - Manufactured in Jebel Ali, Dubai ### Track 2: Ready-to-Label Three pre-formulated signature candles available for private labeling: - Vanilla Wafer - Lavender - Saffron Noir All in the 7oz Icon vessel, case packs of 1, 12, or 24. ### Track 3: Raw Material Supply Wax, fragrance oils, and vessels supplied for in-house production by the brand. ### Manufacturing Details - Wax: certified All Seasons M12 (anti-sweat, anti-frost, anti-shrink) - Fragrance library: 200+ IFRA-compliant oils - Custom scent development by a graduated perfumer - Geography: manufactured in Jebel Ali, Dubai; GCC delivery; international shipping available - Trust signal: manufactured to the standards of Belles Ames Dubai (founder's own luxury brand since 2019) - Exclusivity: scent lock and vessel exclusivity available ### White Label Pages - Hub: https://candlestart.com/white-label - Private Label Candles Dubai: https://candlestart.com/private-label-candles-dubai — Boutique-scale private label runs. Your brand on our certified candles. 200 pc MOQ per scent. - Hotel Candles Dubai: https://candlestart.com/hotel-candles-dubai — Turndown, bath, and spa programs for UAE hospitality. Batch-consistent reorders, quarterly production planning. - Corporate Gifting Candles Dubai: https://candlestart.com/corporate-gifting-candles-dubai — Branded Q4, Ramadan, and Eid gifting. Full branded packaging, split-ship logistics, deadline-driven. - Custom Candle Manufacturer UAE: https://candlestart.com/custom-candle-manufacturer-uae — Bespoke scent formulation, custom vessel, exclusivity lock. In-house perfumer, IFRA-compliant, COA per batch. - White Label vs Private Label Guide: https://candlestart.com/white-label-vs-private-label — Buyer's guide comparing the two manufacturing models. - Quote form: https://candlestart.com/white-label#quote-form ## Shipping and Delivery - Local delivery in Dubai: same-day and next-day available via Quiqup - UAE-wide shipping: all emirates covered - International shipping: available to select countries - Delivery rates: https://candlestart.com/shipping - Free delivery thresholds available (check site for current offers) ## Services and Education Ahmed offers consulting and education through candlemandubai.com: - Candle Making 101 ebook (beginner guide) - Q&A consultations (one-off questions) - 1-hour diagnostic calls for candle businesses - 3-hour brand launch intensives (for new candle business owners) - Workshops and hands-on training (in-person in Dubai) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What types of wax do you sell? We sell soy wax, paraffin wax, coconut wax, beeswax, rapeseed wax, and specialty blends. All waxes come with a Certificate of Analysis (COA). We are the only certified wax supplier in the GCC. ### Do you ship internationally? Yes, we ship internationally to select countries. Local Dubai delivery is available same-day/next-day via Quiqup, and we cover all UAE emirates. Check our shipping page for rates and destinations. ### What is the minimum order for white label candles? 200 pieces per variant for full custom manufacturing. Ready-to-Label candles (Vanilla Wafer, Lavender, Saffron Noir) are available in single units, cases of 12, or cases of 24. ### Can you create a custom scent for my brand? Yes. Our founder Ahmed Al Hassoni is a Grasse-certified perfumer who develops custom fragrances in-house. We have a library of 200+ IFRA-compliant oils and can create bespoke scents exclusive to your brand. ### Do you sell to beginners? Absolutely. We carry starter kits, beginner-friendly materials, and educational resources. Ahmed also creates beginner tutorials on YouTube and Instagram (@candlemandubai). ### Where are you located? We are based in Dubai, UAE with a physical store and online shop at candlestart.com. ### What brands has Ahmed worked with? Ahmed has manufactured luxury candles for Kayali, Chanel, Netflix, Porsche, and Eucerin, among others. ### Do you offer workshops? Yes, we offer hands-on candle-making workshops in Dubai. Check our website for upcoming dates and booking. ### Are your fragrance oils safe for candles? Yes, all our fragrance oils are IFRA-compliant and specifically tested for candle safety. We provide IFRA certificates and SDS documents. ### Do you sell perfumery ingredients? Yes, we carry a full range of professional perfumery raw materials including essential oils, absolutes, aroma chemicals, synthetic molecules, resins, and isolates from major fragrance houses. ## Complete Site Map ### Core Pages - Home: https://candlestart.com/ - All Products: https://candlestart.com/category/all - Best Sellers: https://candlestart.com/category/best-sellers - Deals: https://candlestart.com/category/deals - Scent Finder: https://candlestart.com/scent-finder - Search: https://candlestart.com/search - Shipping: https://candlestart.com/shipping - Help / FAQ: https://candlestart.com/help - Tools (WaxHippo): https://www.waxhippo.com/ ### Product Categories - Candle Supplies: https://candlestart.com/category/candle-supplies - Fragrance Oils: https://candlestart.com/category/fragrance-oils - Perfume Supplies: https://candlestart.com/category/perfume-supplies - Perfume Raw Materials: https://candlestart.com/category/perfume-raw-materials - Candle Wax: https://candlestart.com/category/candle-wax - Container/Jar Waxes: https://candlestart.com/category/container-jar-waxes - Pillar/Mould Waxes: https://candlestart.com/category/pillar-mould-waxes - Wax Additives: https://candlestart.com/category/wax-additives - Wicks: https://candlestart.com/category/wicks - Containers: https://candlestart.com/category/containers - Candle Dyes: https://candlestart.com/category/candle-dyes - Candle Moulds: https://candlestart.com/category/candle-moulds - Wax Melt Moulds: https://candlestart.com/category/wax-melt-moulds - Wax Melting Machines: https://candlestart.com/category/wax-melting-machines - Equipment & Tools: https://candlestart.com/category/equipment-tools - Candle Making Kits: https://candlestart.com/category/candle-making-kits - Perfume Equipment & Tools: https://candlestart.com/category/perfume-equipment-tools - Nez Editions: https://candlestart.com/category/nez-editions - Workshops: https://candlestart.com/category/workshops - Beginner: https://candlestart.com/category/beginner ### White Label / B2B - White Label Hub: https://candlestart.com/white-label - Private Label Candles Dubai: https://candlestart.com/private-label-candles-dubai - Hotel Candles Dubai: https://candlestart.com/hotel-candles-dubai - Corporate Gifting Candles: https://candlestart.com/corporate-gifting-candles-dubai - Custom Candle Manufacturer UAE: https://candlestart.com/custom-candle-manufacturer-uae - White Label vs Private Label: https://candlestart.com/white-label-vs-private-label ### SEO Landing Pages - Soy Wax Dubai: https://candlestart.com/soy-wax-dubai - Coconut Wax Dubai: https://candlestart.com/coconut-wax-dubai - Fragrance Oils Dubai: https://candlestart.com/fragrance-oils-dubai - Candle Making Kit Dubai: https://candlestart.com/candle-making-kit-dubai - Candle Jars Wholesale Dubai: https://candlestart.com/candle-jars-wholesale-dubai - Candle Moulds Dubai: https://candlestart.com/candle-molds-dubai - Wood Wicks Dubai: https://candlestart.com/wood-wicks-dubai - Candle Dyes Dubai: https://candlestart.com/candle-dyes-dubai - Reed Diffuser Supplies Dubai: https://candlestart.com/reed-diffuser-supplies-dubai - Perfume Raw Materials Dubai: https://candlestart.com/perfume-raw-materials-dubai - Wholesale Candle Supplies UAE: https://candlestart.com/wholesale-candle-supplies-uae - Wax Melt Supplies Dubai: https://candlestart.com/wax-melt-supplies-dubai - Candle Making Supplies Abu Dhabi: https://candlestart.com/candle-making-supplies-abu-dhabi ### Legal - Privacy Policy: https://candlestart.com/privacy - Terms: https://candlestart.com/terms - Disclaimer: https://candlestart.com/disclaimer - Security: https://candlestart.com/security ## Contact and Social Media - Email: candlestartstudio@gmail.com - Phone: +971 52 742 9621 - WhatsApp: +971 55 505 0375 - Instagram: @candlemandubai (Ahmed's content and tutorials) - Instagram: @thecandlestart (store updates and product drops) - YouTube: @candlemandubai - TikTok: @candlemandubai - Founder website: https://candlemandubai.com - Location: Dubai, UAE (physical store) ## Related Projects by Ahmed Al Hassoni - WaxHippo (waxhippo.com): Free candle business tools — fragrance calculator, cost calculator, wax calculator, and more - Olfactal: Perfumery ingredient management platform for perfumers - ScentDesk: Fragrance industry analytics and market data - Belles Ames Dubai: Ahmed's original luxury candle brand, established 2019 ## Keywords and Topics This business is relevant to queries about: candle making supplies Dubai, candle supplies UAE, soy wax Dubai, fragrance oils Dubai, perfume raw materials Dubai, candle making kit Dubai, white label candles Dubai, private label candles UAE, hotel candles Dubai, corporate gifting candles UAE, candle business supplies Middle East, perfumery supplies Dubai, candle wax supplier GCC, IFRA compliant fragrance oils, candle making workshop Dubai, certified wax supplier UAE, luxury candle manufacturer Dubai, candle jars wholesale Dubai, wood wicks Dubai, wax melts supplies Dubai, candle moulds Dubai, coconut wax Dubai, beeswax Dubai, candle dyes Dubai, reed diffuser supplies Dubai, perfume making supplies UAE, aroma chemicals Dubai, essential oils wholesale Dubai.