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Looking for a natural way to practice self-care? Let Dr. Liz Lehman, founder of Aluminate Life light the way! She is on a mission to elevate your self-care routine with a unique fusion of crystals and aromatherapy. As an anesthesiologist-turned-wellness expert, she’s combined her deep knowledge of science with the healing energy of crystals to create candles that do more than just smell amazing—they actively promote emotional and energetic balance.
Ahead, Dr. Lehman opens up about her journey, the inspiration behind Aluminate Life, and how her candles can help you feel more centered, focused, and at peace. Whether you’re curious about crystals or already a wellness aficionado, her insights are bound to light up your routine!
What sparked the idea to bring crystals and aromatherapy together in your candles? Was there a “lightbulb” moment that started it all?
In my kitchen experiments researching candle-making, I was shocked to discover the toxins present in many of the candles I had burned around my children and pets. I knew I could create a less harmful product, but as a doctor, I wanted to go further and harness the science of scent for healing. My vision was to craft candles using natural wax and essential oils, with fragrances carefully curated to enhance specific emotional states.
As a child, I was always drawn to crystals—”pretty rocks,” as my grandmother called them—but my scientific, Western medicine mindset had pushed energy healing off my radar. However, as a single mom and anesthesiologist coping with stress, I started practicing yoga. It brought me inner peace and sparked an interest in learning more, leading me to complete a 200-hour yoga teacher training. Through this, I rediscovered concepts like energy pathways, chakras, and the powerful vibrational energy of crystals, which can influence our internal alignment.
While meditating with a beautiful piece of clear quartz, I had a revelation: by intentionally pairing specific crystals with curated essential oils and fragrance profiles, I could bridge the gap between Western medicine and holistic, “woo-woo” healing. This realization led me to create candles designed to promote both emotional and energetic well-being.
Can you break down how the combination of essential oils and crystals actually works to improve mood? What’s the science behind the magic?
Essential oils and crystals improve mood by interacting with the body’s energy systems and senses. Essential oils contain natural plant extracts that affect the limbic system, the part of the brain that controls emotions and mood. Through olfaction, or the science of smell, these scents can trigger emotional responses that promote relaxation, happiness, focus, or even energy. Additionally, some essential oils lower stress levels, heart rate and blood pressure by physiologically lowering the levels of the stress hormone cortisol, or by stimulating the release of Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain that promotes relaxation and calming effects.
Crystals align energy by interacting with the body’s natural energy field, known as the aura, and influencing the flow of energy through the chakras—the body’s primary energy centers. Each crystal emits a unique vibrational frequency, determined by its molecular composition. These frequencies resonate with the body’s energy field, acting like a tuning fork to “tune” and balance the body’s energy, helping to correct imbalances and harmonize the chakras, which are also linked to mood and well-being.
By combining the healing properties of essential oils with the energy-balancing benefits of crystals, they work synergistically to enhance holistic well-being. Together, they support both the physical and energetic aspects of health, creating a powerful blend that promotes emotional, mental, and spiritual harmony.
Each of your candles features a unique gemstone—how do you choose which crystal goes with each scent, and what can users expect to feel when using them?
Each of our candles is intentionally crafted to evoke a specific mood state. For instance, our Energy Candle is designed to revitalize and uplift. It features invigorating essential oils like peppermint, grapefruit, and lime and is enhanced with the stimulating plant-based extracts caffeine, ginger, and guarana. Paired with the energy-boosting red carnelian crystal, this blend ignites creativity, boosts confidence and courage, and promotes motivation. As the candle burns, its carefully curated scent profile stimulates the senses, while the vibrational energy of the crystal aligns and balances the body’s natural energy flow. The experience of the Energy Candle is often described as warm, empowering, and energizing for both body and mind.
In contrast, our Sleep Candle is designed to induce deep relaxation and restful sleep. A calming blend of lavender, bergamot, and sandalwood essential oils, along with melatonin, hemp, and chamomile sedating plant extracts, works to soothe the mind, ease tension, and prepare the body for sleep. The addition of rose quartz crystal enhances comfort and tranquility, creating a peaceful, loving energy that fosters restful, uninterrupted sleep. Burning Sleep Candle gives a feeling of a deep sense of relaxation, calm and peace.
For someone who’s new to aromatherapy or crystals, how do you suggest they get started with Aluminate Life? Any tips for making the most of their experience?
For someone new to aromatherapy or crystals, starting with Aluminate Life can be a simple yet transformative experience. Here are some suggestions on how to get started and make the most of it:
- Choose a Candle Based on Your Intention
Start by selecting a candle that resonates with a specific need or intention, whether it’s to boost energy, reduce stress, promote sleep, or improve your focus. Each candle in our collection is crafted with specific essential oils and crystals designed to support a particular mood state:
– Energy Candle for revitalizing and uplifting.
– Calm Candle for stress relief and relaxation.
– Sleep Candle for restful, uninterrupted sleep.
– Focus Candle for enhanced concentration and memory.
Choosing a candle aligned with your goals can help you connect with its healing properties more deeply.
- Set the Mood
Before lighting the candle, create a peaceful space for yourself. Whether you’re meditating, practicing yoga, or simply unwinding after a long day, use the candle to enhance the atmosphere. Aromatherapy works best in a calm environment, where you can focus on the scent and the gentle energy of the crystals.
- Focus on the Scent
As the candle burns, take a few deep breaths and tune into the scent. The fragrance profile and essential oils used in our candles have specific properties designed to influence mood and well-being. For example, inhale deeply to let the lavender in the Sleep Candle relax your mind, or let the refreshing citrus notes in the Energy Candle awaken your senses. The more mindful you are about connecting with the scent, the more effective it will be.
- Engage with the Crystals
Each of our candles contains crystals chosen for their unique vibrational energy. Once the candle has burned down and you can access the crystals, keep them in your space or carry them with you. Hold the crystal in your hand, set an intention, and let its energy guide you. Whether you’re using rose quartz for self-love or red carnelian for motivation, let the crystal be a reminder of the emotional or energetic goal you’re working toward.
- Consistency is Key
To maximize the benefits of aromatherapy and crystal energy, consistency is important. Make lighting your Aluminate Life candle part of your daily or weekly routine. This could be part of a morning ritual to boost your energy, an evening wind-down to de-stress, or part of a meditation practice. The more regularly you use the candles and engage with the scents and crystals, the stronger the connection you’ll develop with their benefits.
- Listen to Your Intuition
As you explore aromatherapy and crystal healing, trust your instincts. Pay attention to how certain scents make you feel or which crystals you’re drawn to. There’s no right or wrong way to approach this; it’s about finding what resonates with you personally and using it to enhance your well-being.
There are so many self-care products out there—what makes Aluminate Life different? How do you hope your candles will transform someone’s daily wellness routine?
What sets Aluminate Life apart from other self-care products is our physician developed holistic approach to wellness, combining the therapeutic power of aromatherapy, crystal energy, and natural ingredients. Each candle is intentionally crafted not only to enhance your space with beautiful scents but also to create a powerful synergy that nurtures both your physical and emotional well-being.
My goal is to elevate self-care into a daily ritual that aligns body, mind, and spirit. I believe that small, mindful changes in your daily routine—like lighting a candle with purpose—can have a powerful, cumulative effect on your overall well-being. By blending science with the healing arts, Aluminate Life offers more than just a product; it’s a path to greater wellness, balance, and peace.
