Our Story
Wind River Chandlers
Rooted in the Heart of Wyoming
Nestled in the Wind River Mountain Basin of Lander, Wyoming, we craft soaps and candles that capture the rugged beauty and enduring spirit of the American West. Our philosophy is simple — quality above all. Every batch is handmade using the richest, most premium ingredients, sourced locally whenever possible. The result is a product that embodies genuine care, craftsmanship, and respect for the land we call home.
The Spirit of the Bison
We chose the Bison as our symbol because it represents strength, endurance, and a sacred bond with nature. The ancient bison cave art woven into our brand honors our ancestors—those who brought light to darkness and art to life. Every purchase helps protect this heritage: a portion of each sale supports the Wind River Tribal Buffalo Initiative, aiding in the restoration of bison to Native lands and preserving their legacy for generations to come.
Rediscovering the Ancient Art of Tallow
Our journey took a remarkable turn when we rediscovered tallow—a timeless ingredient once prized by ancient civilizations. Used since the Bronze Age, tallow was cherished for its purity, nourishment, and healing power. Unlike modern synthetics, tallow naturally protects, repairs, and balances your skin. Inspired by this ancient wisdom, we began blending tallow with herbs, oils, and botanicals to create soaps, salves, and creams that truly transform the skin.
From Our Home to Yours
What began as a simple soap soon evolved into luxurious creams and our signature “do-it-all” face cream—a product we use every day because it feels incredible and delivers visible results. Each product is made with intention, tradition, and love—crafted by hand, from our home to yours.
What Our Customers Say
The scent fills my home without being overpowering, and the burn time is incredible. You can tell these are made with care and quality ingredients. I love supporting a local Wyoming business that gives back to the community.
- Tashina
I have sensitive skin, and Wind River Chandlers’ handmade soaps are the only ones I’ve found that don’t dry me out. They lather beautifully and smell amazing. Knowing they’re crafted right here in the Wind River Basin makes them even more special.
- Tashina
The face cream is my new favorite. It feels light but keeps my skin hydrated all day, even in our dry Wyoming climate. I love that the products are all-natural and made in small batches with local ingredients.
- Nicole Amiotte
Frequently Asked
Questions
Every Wind River Chandlers product is made in small batches with premium, natural ingredients sourced locally in Wyoming.
Why is my vessel candle tunneling?
Short burns create tunneling. Reach full melt pool with each burn to ensure it burns evenly.
Why does my candle have white spots or frost on it?
This is called “blooming”. It’s a sure sign your candle is made with natural waxes, especially beeswax. Paraffin candles do not bloom. Blooming and frosting is completely normal and doesn’t effect its performance.
Why is my candle “sweating”?
This is completely normal ijn organic natural candles. This usually happens when it goes from a cooler room to a warmer room. If this happens place your candle in a cooler area Sweating wont effect your dcandles performance and will usually subside.
Why is my candle puffing “soot”?
Our candles do not soot. They burn cleanly and evenly. If your candle is puffing soot, this is caused by too long a wick and carbon buildup at the tip. Bloy your candle out and trim wick. Re-light your candle or let rest.
Why is my candle flame low?
Most likely the wick was cut too short. Blow the candle out and soak up a bit of wax using a paper towel. Re-light or repeat if necessary to achieve a brighter flame
