Advantages of 100% Beeswax candles over commercially produced paraffin candles:
Chemical Free: beeswax occurs naturally and there are no other synthetic ingredients involved. Most commercial candles have paraffin. Paraffin is known to create toxic fumes that can cause a variety of respiratory problems. Paraffin candles are made from paraffin wax, a by-product of petroleum refining
Pure and Clean: Beeswax candles provide a pure and clean-burning flame that produces very little smoke.
No Metal Wicks: We use only 100% cotton wicks in our candles. Many commercial candle manufacturers are using metal-cored wicks so that the candle can keep its flame. Some of these wicks contain lead contributing to unhealthy indoor air quality.
Nature’s Air Purifier: Beeswax releases negative ions when it burns. Pollen, dust, dirt, pollutants all carry a positive charge. The negative ions released from burning beeswax negate the positive charge of air contaminants and the neutralized ions are sucked back into the burning candles Paraffin candles emit a toxic petrol smoke that has a devastating impact on one’s health in the long run. Because beeswax candles clean the air and reduce indoor pollutants, they have been known to effectively reduce asthma, allergies, hay fever.
Economical: Beeswax burns significantly longer than petroleum-based paraffin candles. Since beeswax has a higher melting point than paraffin, it burns more slowly. Although beeswax candles can cost slightly more than paraffin, they last longer and this is what makes them a great investment in the long haul.
Environmentally Friendly: Natural beeswax candles are more environmentally-friendly, as the process of collecting and processing beeswax does not pollute the surrounding environment. The source is a natural and renewable one.