#1. Why Soy Wax
Soy candles are non-toxic, producing insignificant amounts of soot, and releasing no known carcinogens. Soy wax burn 50% longer than paraffin wax. Most importantly, soy not only burns cleaner, but slower too as it has a much lower melting point. They don't produce much black soot like paraffin candles do.
#2. The Benefits of Soy Wax Candles
There are many real benefits to using soy when making candles, or purchasing candles made from soy wax. Soy can be more expensive than paraffin, but the benefits of soy wax candles can be worth it.
#3. Our top 8 reasons you should be burning soy candles
Paraffin candles are cheaper, smell good, and are what we’ve always burned. Why switch to soy candles?
Health
Natural
Eco-friendly, burn cleaner, Non-toxic
Easier clean up
Last longer
Smell better
Stronger scent
Support farmers
#4. Soy Wax Burns Cleaner
Because soy wax is made of all natural materials, it is thought that it delivers a cleaner burn that petroleum derived paraffin wax. It’s common to hear people complain of headaches when paraffin candles burn, but in general, this isn’t due to the scent of the wax but rather the chemicals it releases into the air.
