Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in candle-making but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Kezie Young, founder of Unique Luxury Candle Co., located in Gainesville, FL, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
Unique Luxury Candle, we promise to put the (U) in everything that we do, and that's one promise we will never waiver from. Our mission is simple. We want the (U) in every household across the globe as we seek to not only be a part of your special moments like your first home decor or first business office decor but to be a part of your everyday routines such as skincare, home decor, rewind time and more. Our high-quality premium products are made with natural ingredients. Our products symbolize memories, reminders, warmth, comfort, and happiness. Because of that fact, our unique products have the unique ability to make people feel absolutely amazing, just as amazing as you are! Clean ingredients bring better and healthier days.
Tell us about yourself
I started my journey after my client's parents brought home a soy candle; she went on to explain why she stopped buying candles from certain companies. Curious, I started to research the ingredients of the candles I purchased. There was a huge chunk of unhealthy things manufactured into these products! So my love for natural, quality products took over. I decided to start making my own with the guidance of some of the natural companies on YouTube. One of them inspired me from the beginning of my research, and I have been following her ever since. Her health issues and journey touch me so. I also work in the healthcare industry, which has been my passion since grade school. Helping people in their day-to-day lives brings me joy. It makes me feel so wonderful knowing that they are happy and most certainly loved. The science behind all my ingredients is naturally beautiful, just like my customers and potential customers.
My products make people relaxed and reduce stress and anxiety: Creating a setting of peace and comfort. Everyone, including you, can benefit from Unique Luxury Candle Co, as using healthy products is such a blessing. I incorporate Skincare products because of my own skin issues I had since elementary. This is an issue I was still actively working on. As an adult, I started examining medication prescribed, and most weren't good for melanin-rich skin. My daughter's skin was raw from the prescription she was prescribed, so I took her to ShakietaK Skincare spa here in Gainesville, Florida. She got her skin looking flawless, not to mention me as well. She specializes in natural beauty. So my journey speaks to many angles in the lives of others, and that's where the U generated from!
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
When I got my first couple of sales and my first review, I was thrilled! In all the events I attend, so many people gravitate to my products presented. My journey is a blessed one!!
What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?
Marketing is by far the hardest thing being a business owner.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
Create a business plan for your business first. Research all ingredients before purchasing to test. Market your business three times a day on many platforms as possible.
Is there anything else you'd like to share?
God has blessed me to be the owner of two amazing companies!! One Is Unique Luxury Candle Co, and The other is Blessing Hands To Care For A Loved One. All I do is all about U!!
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://uniqueluxurycandlesco.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueLuxuryCandleCo
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uniqueluxurycandlecompany/
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