I chose to use soy wax in my candles for numerous reasons. After years and years of burning candles I couldn’t believe the amount of soot that I found on my home walls when I was preparing to sell my house. I also struggled from headaches when I burned candles. I started researching (here is a great article) soy wax and found that since it is made directly from soybeans, it contains no harmful carcinogenic substances (which have been known to cause cancer in some people) and releases very little soot and toxins into the air when burned. I knew it had to be better for me and the environment because cheaper non soy candles released toxins into the air. Once I switched to soy-based candles, I no longer had headaches and my walls contained no soot. I also really liked the fact that soy candles last longer and carry scents better because they burn slower and have a cooler burning temperature. The chemical composition of soy allows for an even burn which is more cost-effective long-term.
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