ABOUT SOY WAX
How is soy wax made?
After soy beans are harvested, they're cleaned, cracked, de-hulled & rolled into flakes. The oil is extracted from the flakes & hydrogenated. This process converts some of the fatty acids in the oil from unsaturated to saturated & changes the melting point of the oil making it solid at room temperature.
What happens to the leftover bean husks? They are commonly used as animal feed. (Talk about a low waste & efficient process!)
What are the benefits of choosing soy candles over paraffin candles?
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Soy wax is non-carcinogenic. Paraffin candles contain up to 11 carcinogenic compounds. These 11 compounds have been deemed 'toxic air contaminants' by the State of California. An air quality researcher, David Krause, documented evidence that candle soot particles contain many of the same compounds given off from burning diesel fuel. (YIKES!)
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Soy wax burns cleaner & produces less soot if burned correctly (remember to trim your wick) which is great for people with allergies and asthma.
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Soy wax also burns cooler than paraffin, which is why our customers report that our candles last longer than those made from paraffin.
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Soy wax is easy to clean up if there’s a spill. (Warm water & soap will do just fine!)
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Soy wax is sustainable. Soybeans are grown right here in the USA.
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Soy wax is biodegradable which makes soy candles an eco-friendly alternative to paraffin candles. Eco-friendly products are cool!
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