Featuring Natural Soy Candles, Bath and Body Products from The Cottage |
You maybe asking, Why Soy? All Natural, Clean Burning Soy wax is made from the soybean. It is all natural, unlike paraffin that is made from petroleum waste with chemicals added to texturize it. Most candles are made of paraffin unless otherwise stated. Soy candles burn cleaner, producing very little soot. I am sure you have noticed how your candle container has turned black after burning it. This is soot, and has been known to damage the interior of homes and offices, heating systems, ect., not to mention what it could be doing to your lungs. Futhermore, some people develop headaches while burning a paraffin candle. However, some of these same people claim that they can burn a soy candle without getting a headache. Unfortunately, a current issue regarding candle soot is that insurance companies are not willing to pay for the damage to the interior of buildings caused by candle soot. This soot from a paraffin candle is very difficult if not impossible to remove.etc. Biodegradable, Burns Longer, Supports American Farmers By burning a soy candle, you can greatly reduce the amount of damage to you and your home, and also help support the American farmers. Not only is soy wax healthier, but it can last up to 30% longer than paraffin. And, one of the great things we love about it is, that it is biodegradable. This means easy clean up with hot soapy water. So, when you want to reuse that favorite candle container, it won't be blackened from soot and you can wash it to remove the remaining wax This can come in handy too when you have a wax spill on carpet, fabric, etc. All in all, soy candles are environmentally friendly. See candle burning tips to properly burn your candle to help reduce soot. |
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