Candle Facts - Last year, the candle industry did $2.3  Billion and is growing at an estimated 10%. - Candles are burned in 8 out of 10 homes in the U.S. - Candle use has increased by 17% since 9/11 - 67.6% use candles to put themselves in a good mood - 71% use candles to create a romantic environment - 54.4% use candles to relieve stress - 67% use candles at least once a week for a minimum of 3 hours - 8 out of 10 use when entertaining or during holidays