An Update from Nera Luxury Candles
I started Nera Luxury Candles in 2024 as a way to build something of my own that I could work on from home and manage around my health, after developing Long COVID and being diagnosed with POTS. Since then, my conditions have continued to bring challenges, and I’ve reached a point where I need to take a step back from the business to focus on my health and wellbeing.
Nera has been a very special part of my journey, and I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who has supported me and the business along the way.
This hasn’t been an easy decision, but I know that, for now, my health needs to come first.
Thank you for being part of the Nera journey and for all your support. ❤️
Ross x
THE RECOVERY COLLECTION
Each scent thoughtfully crafted to embody a key pillar of the recovery journey from addiction.
Welcome to
Nera Luxury Candles
At Nera Luxury Candles, each flicker of flame tells a story.
A tale of transformation, of resilience and of hope.
Nestled in the heart of Ayrshire, Scotland, our hand-poured candles and luxury wax melts not only enrich your surroundings, but also embody a deeper purpose. Join us on a journey of creativity, inspiration and recovery as we illuminate the path from darkness to light.
Handcrafted Quality
from Scotland
Each of our luxury soy candles and wax melts are meticulously hand-poured in Scotland, created using only the finest quality ingredients. Our premium fragrances are inspired by the breath-taking beauty of the natural world and the enchanting Scottish landscapes, blending delicate and evocative notes to craft a sensory experience that transforms any space into a sanctuary of tranquillity and sophistication. With refillable candle jars and luxurious, eco-friendly packaging, our handmade products reflect our dedication to excellence, sustainability, and responsibility to the planet.
A Deeper Purpose
But our mission extends beyond the creation of premium scented products. Rooted in the personal journey of our founder, we are dedicated to shedding light on the often-overlooked issues of of addiction and mental health.
In 2023 alone, 1172 lives were lost to drugs and 1277 to alcohol in Scotland - a staggering statistic representing the highest death rates in Europe. This crisis touches countless lives, impacting families and communities throughout our beloved nation. Through every hand-poured luxury candle we create, we aim to shed light on this pressing issue, fostering compassion, conversation, and change in the face of this national pandemic.
Lighting the Way: Supporting Addiction Recovery
Born from lived experience, it is our mission at Nera Luxury Candles to raise awareness of addiction and mental health and offer support to those affected by drug and alcohol dependence.
Every scented candle and every wax melt you purchase helps fund real change. A portion of profits from every sale is donated annually to carefully chosen Scottish addiction recovery charities. By choosing Nera, you're not only buying a hand-poured luxury product, you’re contributing to a cause that supports recovery, reduces stigma, and brings hope to those who need it most.
Our luxury Scottish candles are more than decorative, each one is a symbol of strength, recovery, and remembrance. Whether you’re looking for an inspirational gift with meaning, celebrating sobriety, supporting a loved one, or honouring someone lost to addiction, your purchase makes a meaningful impact.
Join us in shining a light on addiction and wider mental health, and building a more compassionate future.
My Story
My name is Ross, and I'm originally from Aberdeen. For most of my life, I struggled with mental health challenges that led me down a dark road of addiction, destruction, and despair. Despite countless attempts to get my life back on track - including two stays in rehab - I kept slipping back into the same painful cycle.
In 2018, I discovered a unique long-term recovery community in Northern Italy called San Patrignano. I spent three and a half years there, and it was in that time I learned the value of community, connection, and finding a sense of purpose.
When I returned to Scotland, I felt called to do something about the addiction crisis here, to raise awareness of an issue that affects not just individuals, but their families, partners, and communities.
That’s how Nera Luxury Candles was born. I launched this small Scottish business with purpose at the end of 2024 with a mission to blend quality with meaning, and to help break down the stigma that still surrounds addiction and mental health. Each luxury scented candle and soy wax melt is a reminder that even in the darkest moments, light can still shine through.
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