Urban Heat

Experience a multitude of weather phenomenon with our one of a kind atmospheric conditions collection. A saucy blend of warm, inviting citrus and clean, gentle agave to represent beautiful summer days paired with sharp chili pepper and peppercorn to represent the Urban Heat Island effect on urban areas. Don't let the spiciness of this candle scare you... it burns beautifully (with an added bite). This effect is notorious for diminishing air quality. Thank you concrete and urbanization! You know those super hot, oppressive days in the summer and you’ll see on the news that you’re under an air quality alert? This is due to high pressure, sinking air, strong sunlight, light winds, and a number of other factors that work hand in hand with hot, summer days. Photochemical smog production is accelerated on days like these and is especially strong in urban city centers. Ever wonder why concrete is so much hotter than grass? They have different thermal properties which factors into what we call