FAQs

Why is beeswax the ultimate wax?

• Non-processed, completely natural product.
• Does not emit toxins or smoke when burned.
• Supports local beekeepers to maintain hives to increase pollination and improve the ecology of the local environment.
• Beeswax production does not have any harmful effect on our environment nor does it use up valuable natural resources.

Why is paraffin wax harmful?

• When burned paraffin wax emits highly toxic emissions which may be carcinogenic such as benzene and toluene.
• A by product of the petroleum industry paraffin has to be highly processed and bleached before it can be used for candle making.
• Source of indoor air pollution.
• Highly processed product which is harmful to the environment.

Why is soy wax harmful?

• Soy production has a value as a food product but can be overcultivated causing environmental degradation.
• Commercially produced soy wax relies heavily on GMO crops and heavy usage of pesticides, harmful to health and ecology.
• A highly processed product which must go through many stages of production including chemical bleaching and deodorisation.
• There are hidden petrochemical components in soy wax and some soy candles have paraffin wax added to them to improve burning.

Why are scented candles harmful?

• The chemical content of scents and dyes added to candles can emit toxic fumes when burned.
• Some scented candle wicks also contain heavy metals in the core.
• If you wish to fragrance your room a safer way to do it is to diffuse essential oils or use essential oils, use essential oils in an oil burner or melt beeswax wax melts to release the fragrance.