Calling all men, this ones for you. You may be thinking, what exactly is a man can? Well, it has nothing to do with “kicking the can” or using the bathroom. Instead, it’s actually a scented candle that is meant to appeal to a market of men.
At age 13, Hart Main decided that he was going to take a stand against the fund raiser his selling was selling almost directly to women, candles. He began thinking, “Why don’t people sell candles with scents that men would like? Men don’t want fruity foo-foo flower power candle scents.” Little did Hart know, this little notion that he had would turn into an opportunity to feed many hungry people.
How it works:
Hart’s company purchases his soup cans from a local grocery store, donates that can of soup to someone in need, and then he takes the can, removes the label, puts the can through thorough cleaning, and then produces the candle. Ultimately, when you make a purchase from “Man Can” you’re buying a candle that is sure to satisfy your man’s sniffer’s desire, and also you are helping feed someone who needs a little help.
In 2013, Man Cans decided that you just can’t thrive without women. As a result, man can’s created a sister product, the “she-can’. These cans are made within the same types of cans as the man cans, with a similar label, and made with the same wax, however it’s simply more appealing to women. The only rule with the She Cans? They are not allowed to have girly scents or girly names.
You can now purchase Man Cans, or She cans online at http://man-cans.com/index.php?route=product/productall/ for the starting price of $9.50, or you can visit over 50 stores around the nation.
What I personally love about this business is that Hart simply took a product that he had lying around his house, a soup can. He used that, and created genius, all while serving those in need. What a great example of up-cycling this business is!
The Holidays are coming, get your man cans now!
I read about this a while ago and thought that it was a very clever and interesting idea! Never did I think of man-scented candles! Hart not only has a great idea with the candles, but the part I enjoyed the most was the fact that he gave the soup in the can to someone in need. I think that is very thoughtful and deeds such as his will definitely go a long way in making his business successful! Great post, Jade! 🙂
I am definitely considering buying this for my brothers this Christmas. Not only is this a great way to help someone in need, but also is very unique and innovative as it is the only candle targeted towards men on the market. I think Hart Main will do well with this business, and I’m interested to see if the added “she-can” is turned down by women or accepted as another unique product.
Yes, I would “Man Can” This is a great idea because I feel that men are often discriminated against when it comes to the candle marketplace. I also respect how this business contributes to a good cause.
This is a really creative business that is surely making a difference around the world. I think at $9.50 it is a little expensive but it makes since because the majority of the cost is going to impoverished countries.