ABOUT TRANQUIL WICKS
At Tranquil Wicks, we craft more than candles, we create moments of calm, reflection, and quiet strength. Our approach is rooted in tradition, care, and respect for the rituals that bring people together. Each candle is thoughtfully made to encourage moments of peace and gratitude, inspired by the values of community, faith, and work that honors tradition and welcomes everyone to find peace and purpose.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to kindle moments of stillness and gratitude. Through our candles, we invite you to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself, your loved ones, and the quiet blessings woven into daily life. Every candle is crafted with intention and respect for our craft, our customers, and the values that guide us.
Vision
Our vision is to be a source of calm and connection, helping you find sanctuary in the simple act of lighting a candle. By blending faith-inspired values of hope and stewardship, we aim to build a community grounded in gratitude and the enduring strength found in small acts of care, one tranquil moment at a time.
Values
Craftsmanship:
We honor the tradition of hand-poured candles, valuing patience, skill, and quality in every batch.
Integrity:
Guided by faith and honesty, we strive to do right by our customers, partners, and community.
Gratitude:
We recognize the small blessings in life and seek to inspire thankfulness in others.
Community:
Our roots run deep in Brooklyn, and we believe in uplifting our neighbors and supporting local.
Robert Viquez
Founder & Owner
With an entrepreneurial spirit instilled by his mother, Robert founded Tranquil Wicks LLC to share his passion for crafts and candles. A lifelong Brooklynite, Robert graduated from Bushwick High School in 2005 before earning his certification in case management from Hunter College School of Social Work. Driven by his community and his faith, Robert credits his alma mater and his mother's lessons of hard work and perseverance for shaping him into the leader he is today. Currently, Robert works to inspire youth as a Business CTE Teacher and Big Brothers Big Sisters mentor while continuing his own education at SUNY Oswego.
Our Process
Every Tranquil Wicks product begins with a spark of inspiration and a deep respect for life’s simple comforts. We spend weeks exploring new scent blends, gathering honest feedback from friends and family, and thoughtfully selecting every detail from fragrance and color to the vessel and wick. Each item is hand-poured in small batches, then left to cure, allowing the aroma to fully develop before we finish with a carefully crafted label. This slow, intentional process ensures every product brings peace, warmth, and quiet elegance into your home.
We’re always dreaming up new ways to bring tranquility to your everyday routine. In the future, look out for body sprays, lotions, and hand sanitizers—each created with the same care and attention to detail as our candles.