the cottage room spray

this is a great question! we have a video here explaining this, but when we were creating our spray formula, we had to make sure the fragrance oil was able to combine with the base.

our first formulas did combine perfectly, but were alcohol based and therefore less safe for pets and people than this formula is.

we switched up the formula, and the reaction that occurs when the oil is mixed with the base simply turns the solution white!

that being said, the spray will not stain dark surfaces or fabric if sprayed normally (i.e. not one inch away from a couch/directly at it).

parabens are artificial preservatives often found in cosmetics, and phthalates are groups of chemicals commonly found in countless products, such as soaps, shampoos, toys, perfumes, etc. typically, they act as a plasticizer... ew.

since the scientific community is still unsure of all the possible side effects of prolonged exposure to both chemicals, we've decided not to use them in our candles. we want to keep Alben Lane candles as safe as possible for people, pets and planet!

we love this question. sustainability has and always will be at the forefront of our brand—we've got a page on our site dedicated to it!

visit our sustainability page to learn more.

this depends on where you are! typically, it takes between 2-4 days for us to process your order internally depending on lots of factors (like the time of year, day of the week, etc.). this does not include the time it takes for our carriers to get your package to you—these are listed below.

there are only two of us, and we do everything we can to get your orders to you as soon as possible!

here are our standard times:

• local delivery: 3-6 days post-order
• eastern canada: 1-3 days once fulfilled
• western canada: 3-6 days once fulfilled
• united states: 3-6 days once fulfilled

note: these are just estimates and may not reflect all shipping times.