Rinu is the candle studio and practice of Alyssa Shanahan, exploring our relationship to light through material and energetic forms. Beeswax candles and Human Design readings serve to keep us connected to natural light, within and without.

THE NATURE OF LIGHTWORK

We are not separate from nature.

Each of us is a unique expression of the same intelligence that moves through all things. And like all of nature, we evolve to reflect the light we revolve around.

For most of human history that was the sun— cyclical and alive, and shaping us in its image. Now we revolve around screens, and we are shaped by those too. Always on, cycling between charge and depletion, lacking true darkness for our necessary recalibration. Rinu is guided by the remembrance that our wellbeing is bound to our chosen cycles of illumination and reflection, offering slower and more intentional encounters with the invisible intelligence of living light.

Simplicity, elevated by ritual.

Every candle is made to order using ethically-gathered beeswax from local apiaries. Nothing more than wax and wick.

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  • 6hr burn. 7.5" tall, 1" base (SHOP)

  • 14hr burn. 2.5" tall (SHOP)

  • 8hr burn. 10" tall, 7/8" base (SHOP)

  • 3.5hr burn. ~1" tall, 1.5" wide (SHOP)

  • 15hr burn. 5.5" tall, 1.75" at widest point, 1" base (SHOP)

  • 25hr+ burn. 2.75" tall, 3" wide (SHOP)

  • 4hr burn. 8.5" tall, 7/8" base (SHOP)

  • 7hr burn. 1.75" tall, 1.25" base (SHOP)

  • "Special shop and special candles! I love them. They burn for a long time and smell heavenly. Why people ever started adding scents to them is beyond me, because beeswax smells incredible."

    EMILIA ✭✭✭✭✭

    Verified Customer

  • "Love, love, love! I was looking for beeswax votives to use in my personal altar and that would fit in an old scented votive candle holder that was used. These fit the bill and exceeded expectations. I was initially attracted by the very local to me location, and then charmed by the magical crafting. And the candles are wonderful - well made, beautiful flame and scent."

    GENEVIEVE B. ★★★★★

    Verified Customer

  • "I’ve searched for candles like these for years. Special and handmade in the best way. They ship with minimal packaging and are simple and beautiful."

    GALE S. ✭✭✭✭✭

    Verified Customer

  • "Peaceful, easy feeling. Love the honey therapy, slow-burn, and atmosphere change. Also, the wrapping in the delivery box was exceptional, and very artisan. Loved everything about these candles from the moment I opened the box. Will be purchasing regularly!"

    B. FORD ★★★★★

    Verified Customer

  • "My new favorite hostess gift! High quality, thoughtful packaging and asked for a gift card that was handwritten - lovely."

    BOBBIE ★★★★★

    Verified Customer

  • "These candles are absolutely stunning and have such a lovely natural beeswax fragrance. I'll be repurchasing again and again."

    RACHEL C. ✭✭✭✭✭

    Verified Customer

  • "Absolutely beautiful beeswax candles! A gift for someone special that I am going to enjoy giving. Thank you!"

    ROBIN ★★★★★

    Verified Customer