Benefits of Soy Candles
You may not be aware that the traditional paraffin candles in your home may be harming you! Paraffin candles are made from petroleum which emits toxic vapours and black soot when burned. Some candles have lead in the wicks to help them burn slower.
Given these concerns, why not switch to soy candles, a totally natural and healthy alternative made from 100% soyabean oil?
There are many benefits to using soy candles over paraffin ones including:
- They are all natural, non-toxic and biodegradable
- They burn cooler than parafin
- They burn longer (50-75% longer) than paraffin
- They contain no pesticides or herbicides
- They contain no genetically modified material
- They contain no lead in the wick
- they are easy to clean up with soap and water.
The soy candles we sell at Mainstream Green are handmade in Healesville using high quality ingredients (the soybean oil comes from NSW) and essential oils.
Using paraffin candles supports the oil industry whereas using soy candles supports farmers!
