Our Story

Founded in 2020, Ruth & Gem was born out of curiosity and a desire for products that felt like home. From Soursop to Spiced Rum, our goal is to create familiar moods, make new memories, and bring the Caribbean to any space through the power of fragrance.

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Non-Toxic Ingredients
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Custom Scents
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Made in Small Batches
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Black-Owned

Sustainably Sourced

We use sustainable, eco-friendly ingredients like slow-burning coconut and soy waxes, paraben and phthalate-free fragrance oils, and naturally-derived preservatives.

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Authenticity First

From fruits and florals to rich, earthy spices, our still-expanding product range features candles and room sprays deeply inspired by our Caribbean heritage.

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  • Scent Discovery Set

    Regular price $25.00 USD
    Regular price Sale price $25.00 USD
    Eco-friendly coconut wax candle scent discovery set  by Ruth & Gem Home GoodsSix eco-friendly coconut wax candles in 0.5 oz tins for Ruth & Gem Home Goods Scent Discovery Set
  • Tabanca Candle

    Regular price $29.00 USD
    Regular price Sale price $29.00 USD
    Eco-friendly coconut wax candle 8 oz. in Plumeria mango sandalwood scent by Ruth & Gem Home GoodsEco-friendly coconut wax candle 8 oz. in Plumeria mango sandalwood scent by Ruth & Gem Home Goods
  • Soursop Cream Candle

    Regular price $29.00 USD
    Regular price Sale price $29.00 USD
    Soursop Cream CandleSoursop Cream Candle
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  • Good Up Guava Candle

    Regular price $29.00 USD
    Regular price Sale price $29.00 USD
    Good Up Guava CandleEco-friendly coconut wax candle 8 oz. in Guava Passion Fruit Oud scent by Ruth & Gem Home Goods
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