An independent side-by-side ethics comparison of Karst and P.F. Candle Co. across certifications, average sustainability score and product range.
93.3/100 avg ethics
3 products tracked
Certifications
80.9/100 avg ethics
15 products tracked
Certifications

Revolutionary 'stone paper' notebooks made without water, trees, or bleach, providing a waterproof and tear-resistant writing surface.

A revolutionary tree-free notebook made from repurposed calcium carbonate (stone) instead of wood pulp, using significantly less water and energy in production.

A revolutionary waterproof notebook made entirely from recycled stone waste instead of trees, utilizing zero water or bleach during production.

A hand-poured soy wax candle crafted in Los Angeles using domestically grown soy and phthalate-free fragrance oils. Known for its minimalist aesthetic and commitment to environmental philanthropy.

Indie-owned, hand-poured soy candles from Los Angeles using domestically grown soy and phthalate-free fragrance oils.

Hand-poured in Los Angeles using 100% domestically grown soy wax, these votives offer a cleaner burn and authentic fragrance profiles without synthetic phthalates.

A seasonal favorite made with 100% domestic soy wax, phthalate-free fragrance oils, and cotton wicks, all hand-poured in Los Angeles.

A high-quality, domestically produced soy wax candle from a woman-owned business that prioritizes plastic-free shipping and accessible pricing.

A sustainably crafted soy wax candle that brings the scents of a crisp forest indoors without synthetic phthalates or animal-derived ingredients.
Karst scores higher on independent ethics scoring: Karst averages 93.3/100 vs P.F. Candle Co. at 80.9/100.
Karst appears with 4 verified certifications (B Corp, Cradle to Cradle, Climate Neutral, 1% for the Planet). P.F. Candle Co. appears with 7 (Vegan, Cruelty-Free, 1% for the Planet, PETA Approved, Woman-Owned).
Yes. Both brands are scored by the same methodology — never paid placement. See our methodology page for the weighting.