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This Candle Can Seriously Predict The Future

‘Tis the season… of astrological havoc. While Mercury retrograde ended earlier in October (and two other planets will follow in a few weeks), there are still three planets in retrograde, and another is on the way. During this cosmically-charged chaos, it’s natural to seek clarity. And along with your journals, meditation, and moments of self-reflection, there’s another way to get some guidance from the universe: a tarot card candle.

Birthdate Co. is a company that creates custom astrology-themed gifts like candle sets, personalized books, and other gift bundles. And, following the success of their Tarot Candle Trio, Birthdate Co. released a single-version, limited-time candle just in time for the season of the witch. Available for just $38, the Tarot Candle is a welcome discount from the Tarot Trio’s $115 price. Oh, and it gives you a tarot reading, too.

No, that doesn’t mean that a magical tarot card reader will appear in the flame of your candle to tell you all about your past, present, and future — even though that would be pretty sick. Essentially, a tarot candle contains a specialty charm that represents a card from the Major Arcana deck, submerged in wax. Then, as the candle burns, the charm will reveal itself to give you a message from the universe.

If you aren’t well-versed in tarot, don’t freak out. Each Tarot Candle is equipped with a QR code on the back that explains each of the cards. The best part? The card charm is gold-plated and designed to wear as a necklace, keychain, or any other kind of decor you can think of. A tarot reading, candle, and cute piece of jewelry all in one? Sign me up.

Additionally, the Tarot Candle is made with a high-quality soy and coconut wax blend. Not only is this all-natural, but it also contributes to the candle’s 40+ burn time. So, getting to the bottom of your tarot reading can take a bit of time, but it’ll smell like bergamot, cardamom, verbena, and eucalyptus… so I’m not complainin’.

Whether you’re an astrology-enthusiast, a tarot-lover, or someone just looking for some witchy decor for the spooky season, the Birthdate Co. Tarot Candle can fill your space with a lovely scent while delivering a message from the universe that you never knew you needed.

Birthdate Co., $38

julianna (she/her) is an associate editor at her campus where she oversees the wellness vertical and all things sex and relationships, wellness, mental health, astrology, and gen-z. during her undergraduate career at chapman university, julianna's work appeared in as if magazine and taylor magazine. additionally, her work as a screenwriter has been recognized and awarded at film festivals worldwide. when she's not writing burning hot takes and spilling way too much about her personal life online, you can find julianna anywhere books, beers, and bands are.