Soy Candles Are Healthier and Safer

Did you ever blame a headache on the scented candle burning across the room?  It may not be the candle that’s giving you the headache.  It may, in fact, be the paraffin it’s made from.  Paraffin is a by-product of petroleum.  After the petroleum companies (based in foreign countries) get done refining the gas, diesel fuel, motor oil and kerosene; the leftovers are then used to make paraffin.  Guess what?  Paraffin contains carcinogens and other harmful toxins. That’s probably what caused the headache.  Soot is also created by burning paraffin candles, not to mention the hot wax that can cause painful burns.  

The good news is there is an alternative.  Soy candles are the answer.  Soy comes from soybeans, a renewable  resource grown mostly in the United States.  This is good for both our agriculture and our economy.  Soy candles burn clean and at a very low temperature. If you use a cotton wick, there is virtually no noticeable smoke or soot, which means there will be no more black stuff around the edge of the candle or on the walls.   Soy candles hold their color and fragrance much better than paraffin.  They may cost a bit more, but they actually save you money because they burn 30 - 50 percent longer.   If you drip a little wax somewhere, there is no need to worry.  Soy wax is biodegradable, water-soluble and cleans up with simple soap and water.

Treat yourself to a little romance.  Turn out the  lights and enjoy the warm glow and heavenly scent of a soy candle.