Quick Specs
- Brand: Crystal Journey
- Candle Type: Herbal votive
- Chakra: Root (Muladhara)
- Color: Red
- Wax Base: Palm oil herbal blend
- Fragrance: Cedar and clove essential oil blend
- Approx. Burn Time: 12 to 15 hours
- Wick: Lead-free cotton and paper
- Origin: Handcrafted in the USA
- Note: Burns best in a votive holder. Remove all labels before lighting.
The Root Chakra and Why the Candle Matters
Muladhara is the Sanskrit name for the root chakra, the first of the seven primary energy centers in the Hindu and yogic systems. It’s located at the base of the spine and governs the most fundamental layer of human experience: survival, physical safety, and the sense that you belong somewhere on this earth. Its color is red, a warm, dense hue that points toward blood, heat, and the ground itself. When Muladhara is in balance, you feel anchored. When it’s depleted, anxiety tends to run high and small disruptions feel destabilizing.
A chakra-specific candle isn’t just a colored candle. That distinction matters. This votive from Crystal Journey is blended with a cedar and clove essential oil fragrance specifically chosen for root chakra resonance. Cedar is a classic grounding scent, woody and deep, long associated with earth energy across numerous traditions. Clove adds warmth and a subtle medicinal quality that sharpens focus without lifting you into heady, upper-chakra territory. Together they create an aromatic environment that’s genuinely oriented toward stillness and presence, not just decoration.
Crystal Journey has been making hand-poured, Reiki-charged herbal votives in Connecticut for decades. I stock their chakra line because the formula consistency is reliable and the scent profiles stay true. Each candle comes with an informational card about the root chakra and its energy, which makes it a practical choice for anyone who’s newer to chakra work and wants a little context alongside the practice.
How to Use the Root Chakra Votive
Use this root chakra votive during meditation or grounding practice for the best results.
- Set Your Intention
Set a clear intention for grounding or stability. Place the votive in a heat-safe holder on a stable surface. Take a few breaths before lighting to settle your focus.
- Light and Focus
Light the candle and sit comfortably. Focus on the color red at the base of your spine. You can repeat a simple affirmation like: I am grounded. I am safe. I am here.
- Burn Safely and Consistently
Burn for no more than 4 hours at a time. Trim the wick to 1/4 inch before each use. Extinguish with a snuffer rather than blowing, to keep the wax surface clean.
Tarot Fellow Standard
I stock Crystal Journey’s herbal votive line because the quality has been consistent over many years of orders. The candles are hand-poured in the USA, the wick is lead-free, and the essential oil blends are purpose-built for each chakra rather than generic fragrance fill. That consistency matters when you’re building a regular practice and don’t want to source a new brand every few months.
A couple of honest notes worth knowing: the wax base is a palm oil herbal blend, not soy or paraffin. It burns clean, but it does have a slightly different texture and appearance than soy candles. The scent profile is herbal and grounding rather than sweet or floral, so if you’re expecting something diffuser-soft, this one’s earthier than that. It’s designed for focus, not ambiance. Also, this candle needs a holder. It won’t burn free-standing safely. If you don’t already have one, check out our votive holders or browse the full chakra candles collection if you’re building out a complete set.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cedar and clove, an earthy, warming blend chosen to support the root chakra energy of grounding and stability. It is subtle, not sharp.
Yes. Crystal Journey votives are designed for use in a holder. Do not burn free-standing. A small glass or metal votive holder works well and protects your surface.
Approximately 12 to 15 hours total. Burn in sessions of 3 to 4 hours at a time for an even melt and the best scent throw.
This candle uses a palm oil herbal blend, not soy or paraffin. The wax is highly refined. It burns clean with a cotton and paper wick.
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