*A report was issued by the
Agricultural Engineering Department at Purdue University
stating that petrol soot (from non-soy candles) is as
harmful as second hand tobacco smoke? Also, the American Lung Association has warned consumers of unhealthy indoor air quality from burning
paraffin candles (non-soy candles)
Agricultural Engineering Department at Purdue University
stating that petrol soot (from non-soy candles) is as
harmful as second hand tobacco smoke? Also, the American Lung Association has warned consumers of unhealthy indoor air quality from burning
paraffin candles (non-soy candles)
*The National
Association of Home builders (NAHB) has been receiving numerous reports about
black petroleum carbon soot deposits from paraffin candles. According to a
research study by the Consumer Study group, Smith and Kline, 7 out of 10 homes
burn paraffin candles on a regular basis.The National
Home Builders Association states that this has far reaching implications,
effecting millions of homes. This causes millions of dollars in home repainting
costs and is potentially a very significant health
problem.
*Paraffin candles (non soy) are made from the residue left over from oil refining, even AFTER what is taken out to make asphalt! Soot from paraffin candles include probable carcinogens including toluene and benzene, as well as other toxic chemicals including methyl ethyl ketone and naphthalene. Some of them also contain lead wicks.
Soy Facts......
Clean burning-Soy wax candles are non-toxic and burns cleaner than paraffin candles. They leave not petrol soot that can blacken walls, ceilings and furniture, as well as contaminate ventilation and add toxic carcinogens into the air you breathe.
*Paraffin candles (non soy) are made from the residue left over from oil refining, even AFTER what is taken out to make asphalt! Soot from paraffin candles include probable carcinogens including toluene and benzene, as well as other toxic chemicals including methyl ethyl ketone and naphthalene. Some of them also contain lead wicks.
Soy Facts......
Clean burning-Soy wax candles are non-toxic and burns cleaner than paraffin candles. They leave not petrol soot that can blacken walls, ceilings and furniture, as well as contaminate ventilation and add toxic carcinogens into the air you breathe.
- Renewable source-Soybeans are a renewable source, unlike paraffin, which consists of petroleum.
- Biodegradable-Since soybeans are vegetables basically made from hydrogenated soybean oil, it is biodegradable. It is also easier to remove from surfaces and materials unlike paraffin wax.
- Strong Scent-Since soy wax candles can only hold a certain amount of scent per pound, we put in as much scent as the wax can absorb into each and every candle
- Long burning-Soy wax candles burn slower and cooler than paraffin candles, creating a longer burning candle