Listen, we love dinner and a movie date — but take us to a candle making class and we might just fall in love. Upper Montclair’s newest shop, Crystals + Candle, hosts a variety of different candle making classes where guests can mix and match their favorite scents to create their dream candles. The candles are infused with energetic crystals and gemstones, which, aside from their healing properties, make for some seriously stunning decorations. Whether you BYOB and make it a girl’s night, a unique date idea, or go on your own, you will walk out with a candle so uniquely your own, that you’ll want to light it right away. Read on to learn more about Crystals + Candle, a candle making and crystal shop that just opened at 195 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair.
About Crystals + Candle
Stepping into Crystals + Candle, there is an aura of peace. It could be the sparkling crystals adorning the shelves, the sizeable amethysts beckoning you to the back of the shop, or it might simply be the smell of the bespoke candles. Either way, this new shop invites its customers to linger and explore.
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It’s a sanctuary for the spiritual, but also a treasure trove of precious stones, incense, jewelry, figurines, and knick-knacks all carved from crystals, boasting various energies and properties. There’s a crystal to help calm anxieties, a crystal to nurture creativity, and well, you get the picture. Chances are, if you’re in the market for a crystal, then Crystals + Candle is going to have it. If you’re merely curious, you’ll find a warm smile to welcome you and walk you through the shop’s interesting artifacts.
Candle Classes
But it’s the candle making experience that sets Crystals + Candle apart from any other crystal shop. After choosing a candle size, each candle maker chooses the scents — and in what ratio — they want to mix into their candle. It’s a simple process, but a deeply personal one, which means each candle is almost entirely unique to its respective guest.
After the scent is concocted, it’s onto the gemstones, keeping in mind what each crystal is used for. There is no specific limit to how many gems can be added, but it’s advised to be wary of overcrowding the candle with too many gems. Every candle is created right there on the spot, and customers don’t need to wait weeks and forget to return to pick up their merchandise. All candles go home at the end of the visit, and rest assured: we lit ours as soon as we got home.
To inquire about a class, you can fill out the contact form on Crystals + Candle’s website here.
Opening Up
Christian Velezcano, the 37-year-old Bloomfield resident and owner of Crystals + Candle, seemed delighted by the possibility of couples stopping by for a date night. “Bring your own bottle and make it fun,” he told The Montclair Girl at the ribbon-cutting ceremony this past Thursday. The young owner and his brother had been dreaming of opening Crystals + Candle for years and had scoured all over north New Jersey to find the right place. Initially, they weren’t sure if Montclair needed another crystal shop since there were already quite a few metaphysical shops in Essex County, several of which are close by in downtown Montclair. However, there was a void in Upper Montclair, and after walking around the space, the brothers knew this was where they wanted to be.
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After a year of plans and preparations, Crystals + Candle finally opened on 195 Bellevue Avenue earlier this month. You can keep up with the shop on its Instagram or website for upcoming classes and events.
Winter Uglies Begone With These Treatments at Evolve Medspa in Montclair
This article is sponsored by Evolve Medspa.
Winter is still in full swing and we know we speak for the masses when we say it has been rough. With these arctic temperatures, obviously comes dry, dull skin. But fear not, fellow skin-carefqueens and kings, Evolve Medspa is one of our medspa longtime favorites, and has a ton of deals going on this winter. Located at 1025 Maxwell Lane in Hoboken (where it started!), 263 Grand Street in Jersey City, and 46 South Park Street in Montclair (as well as multiple other locations in the region), Evolve is helping us fight the winter blues with a skin refresh. Keep reading to find out how you can save on filler BMSM, microneedling, and other facials to keep you glowing all winter long — with deals through 2/28 (and beyond).
Winter Deals from Evolve through 2/28
Evolve is all about making beauty and wellness accessible to all, which is why they’re running specials this winter to help you feel and look your best. Check out some of Evolve’s best-kept secret deals:
Lip Filler: Lip fillers are the perfect way to enhance lip shape, increase size, and reduce asymmetry. Using hyaluronic acid, your lips will look full and rejuvenated. (Now $525 per syringe;regularly $600 per syringe. Purchase 2+ syringes, and receive each syringe for $500!)
Microneedling: This skin treatment uses tiny needles to create micro-injuries that stimulate collagen production for firmer, smoother, and more youthful skin. It also helps reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and texture issues, providing a natural approach to skin rejuvenation.
Clear + Brilliant: This gentle laser treatment is designed to enhance skin tone and texture, reduce fine lines, and improve overall radiance. It uses fractional laser technology to stimulate collagen production, promoting youthful, smooth skin with little to no downtime. (Now $400 for face, $450 for face + neck, and $500 for face, neck, + chest. Regularly $600+.)
Laser Hair Removal: This permanent solution for reducing unwanted hair works by targeting hair follicles with lasers, leaving your skin smooth and hair-free. The treatment is effective for various areas, reduces ingrown hairs, and provides long-lasting results within a few sessions. (Now starting at $100 per session.)
Discover Year-Round Specials for Your Best Skin Ever
Evolve has quickly risen to the top of our favorite spots list and has a ton of treatments that we all know and love. And if you’ve never been here before, now is the perfect time to take advantage of some of their most popular treatments.
Diamond Glow Facial: This 3-in-1 treatment exfoliates, extracts, and infuses the skin with nourishing serums, leaving your skin glowing, refreshed, and rejuvenated. (New client exclusive — $149.)
Wrinkle Relaxers: Xeomin and Dysport are injectable treatments that target and relax muscles to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles, giving you a natural, youthful look with minimal downtime. ($10/unit.)
Lip Flip: This treatment uses wrinkle relaxers to subtly enhance the upper lip, giving you a fuller, natural, yet more defined look without the need for dermal fillers. ($56.)
The medspa also has a fully loaded menu of beauty and wellness services and products like HydraFacial, chemical peels, customized facials, injectables, and even PRP for hair growth.
About Evolve Medspa
Evolve Med Spa is a locally-owned medspa that has quickly become an award-winning favorite for all things aesthetic. With three local locations proudly holding some of our ‘Best Of‘ titles, voted by local readers + the community — it’s no surprise that Evolve is a top choice for botox, fillers, and facials in Hoboken, Montclair, and Jersey City.
With 13 locations across New Jersey, New York, and Maryland, Evolve is making its mark in the beauty and wellness industry. What sets them apart from the rest is that every injectable and laser treatment is performed by Nurse Practitioners and Physician Associates, ensuring that you’re in the hands of a highly skilled, aesthetic-focused team. With a physician-led staff committed to both safety and stunning results, Evolve provides a place where you can unwind, indulge, and trust that you; 're in the best hands, whether you’re simply relaxing or treating yourself to some much-needed self-care.
Evolve Med Spa is located at 1025 Maxwell Lane in Hoboken, 263 Grand Street in Jersey City, and 46 South Park Street in Montclair (but has multiple other locations throughout the region). Call 800-867-8015 or visit the website to book an appointment or for more info.
