Our Name
Our name Caftari, comes from caftaric acid—a compound in plants that helps protect against stress. We see it as a reflection of something deeper: the idea that, like plants, we already have the ability to find balance within ourselves.
Caftari is a gentle cue, through scent, to help guide you back to that calm.
Ingredients
Our products are formulated without known endocrine disruptors and are EWG Verified, meaning they meet rigorous standards for ingredient safety and non-toxicity. Our candles were also internally tested using a Dyson air purifier and showed no detectable VOC emissions during testing.
We use a thoughtful blend of natural and safe synthetic ingredients because we believe formulation should prioritize safety, sustainability, and performance.
Many natural ingredients are not vegan, and many modern synthetic ingredients can be more sustainable and less likely to cause irritation or allergic reactions than natural alternatives. Every ingredient we use is chosen intentionally with both human and environmental well-being in mind.
Factories
We partner with factories that uphold the highest labor standards, where every individual earns at least double the minimum wage. Behind each Caftari product is a collective of over 100 hands—each playing a part in bringing it to life.
Design
Design is at the heart of Caftari. Every detail reflects our belief that scent plays a role in well-being and how it interacts with the brain. The pattern on the bottom of each candle represents the brainwave most associated with the mood we aim to evoke. This same language carries through to our perfume oil packaging—creating a visual expression of each state of being.
Mission
Caftari’s mission is to transform scent into a daily ritual for well-being—creating intentional fragrances that guide you back to presence, calm, and connection.
A Note from Our Founder
"I've been drawn to fragrance for as long as I can remember — some of my earliest memories are tied to scent. Years later, during a season marked by anxiety and sleepless nights, I realized fragrance could be more than indulgence — it could be grounding. Caftari was born from that idea: to create intentional scents that support the mind and body, using clean ingredients and intricately designed vessels that invite ritual, reflection, and calm".
-Shreya Aggarwal
