When you light a candle or freshen a room, you’re not just choosing a scent, you’re choosing what you allow into your home. For a lot of people, that’s the real question: what’s in it, what’s not in it, and how was it made?

That’s where PartyLite stands apart.

PartyLite’s approach is built on a simple idea: purity is intentional. It’s not one claim or one buzzword. It’s a method, a set of rules that guide what they create and what they refuse to use. At the heart of that method sits their No-No List and their commitment to never testing on animals, ever.

That's why Glow Collection is so proud to be the Exclusive Distributor of PartyLite in Australia. We are not like anyone else in the home fragrance market!

Not tested on animals. Ever!

This is a non-negotiable standard for PartyLite: their products are never tested on animals.

That matters because “cruelty-free” shouldn’t be vague. It should be clear, consistent, and backed by a company-wide decision that doesn’t change depending on trends. PartyLite’s position is straightforward: no animal testing, ever and has been like this for over 75 years of their production worldwide!.

And it goes further than testing.

No animal-derived ingredients

PartyLite is dedicated to ensuring their ingredients are never derived from animal products.

For customers who care about ethical choices, this is part of what purity looks like: not only how something performs, but how it aligns with your values.

The No-No List: what PartyLite says “no” to (and why that matters)

Lots of brands tell you what they include. PartyLite also tells you what they refuse to use.

Their No-No List is a statement of methodology., The behind-the-scenes discipline that helps keep our products aligned with higher standards. It includes a wide range of ingredients and processes PartyLite have said no to. Below are just some of the ingredients and processes which are excluded - and there are over 40 more, including:

1,4-Dioxane • Acetone • BHA • Carbon disulfide/2-Butanone • Carbon tetrachloride • Chlorobenzene • Coal tar dyes (including p-phenylenediamine and colours listed as “CI” followed by a five-digit number) • Cresol • Cyclopentane • DEA • Ethoxylated surfactants • Ethylbenzene • Formaldehyde-releasing preservatives • Hydroquinone

And also:

Lead • MEA • Mercury • Mineral Oil • Oxybenzone • Parabens • Paraphenylenediamine (PPD) • Petrolatum • Phenol • Phthalates • Placental extract • Polyethylene glycol (PEG compounds) • Silicone-derived emollients • Siloxanes • Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS) • Sodium Lauryl Ether (SLES) • Styrene • Talc • TEA • Tetrachloroethene • Toluene • Trichloroethane • Trichlorofluoromethane • Triclosan • Xylene

You don’t need to know what every single one is. The point is what the list does:

• It creates a clear boundary around formulation choices

• It avoids a long line of “grey area” additives

• It shows you exactly how PartyLite defines purity with specifics, not slogans

This is the practical difference between a brand that simply markets “clean” and a brand that has a method for it.

Purity in practice: what this means in your home

A No-No List isn’t just a policy document. It’s meant to make everyday life feel simpler.

It means you can choose fragrance from our entire PartyLite Collection with more confidence because the brand has already made many of the decisions you’d make yourself if you had a lab and a chemistry degree: “No thanks” to ingredients and processes many people prefer to avoid.

That’s part of why PartyLite has built long-term trust (like 75 years in the USA and now 25 years in Australia through Glow Collection): customers don’t want to re-research every product from scratch. They want a consistent standard they can rely on.

Where a Fresh Home fits: freshness without the heavy cover-up

Purity isn’t only about candles. It’s also about the everyday products you reach for when life happens.

That’s why our PartyLite Collection of what we call Fresh Home™ is so popular. It’s designed to help keep your home feeling genuinely fresh, so fragrance never has to work overtime.

A standout for everyday living is Fresh Home™ Pet Spray — a simple, practical way to reset a space fast (more on the “pet” side of that in a moment).

And yes this matters even more in homes with pets

If you live with pets, you already know they’re closer to everything: floors, rugs, lounges, bedding, and the air in the rooms where you spend the most time.

That’s exactly why PartyLite’s methodology matters. The combination of:

• never tested on animals

• no animal-derived ingredients

• and a clear, extensive No-No List

…gives pet owners extra peace of mind about what they’re bringing into their home.

And when it comes to day-to-day freshness, Fresh Home™ & Pet Spray is a favourite because it helps you reset the space after the real-life pet moments (wet dog, “that smell”, visitors coming), so your home feels clean again — without relying on heavy fragrance.

FAQ: PartyLite purity standards and pet-friendly candle habits

Are PartyLite products tested on animals?

No. PartyLite products are never tested on animals, ever.

Are PartyLite ingredients derived from animal products?

No. PartyLite is dedicated to ensuring ingredients are never derived from animal products.

Do PartyLite candles have lead-free wicks?

Yes. PartyLite candles use lead-free wicks.

How should I use scented candles safely if I have pets?

Use simple, sensible habits:

• Burn candles in a well-ventilated room, 

• Keep candles well out of reach of pets

• Trim the wick before each burn and keep the candle away from drafts

• Keep burn times sensible (shorter sessions are better)

• Avoid burning in small closed rooms where your pet is resting

• If your pet seems sensitive, reduce fragrance intensity and let them leave the room easily

What should I use for pet smells: a candle or a Spray?

Use Fresh Home™ Pet Sprayfirst to reset pet odours, then use a candle after for ambience. It avoids that “pet smell mixed with perfume” effect.