Soy wax vs. paraffin: which is the best choice for your candles?

Discover why soy wax is a more natural, healthy, and eco-friendly alternative to paraffin wax in handmade candles.

Introduction

When you choose a candle, you're bringing more than one scent into your home – you're choosing what you breathe and the impact you want to have on the environment. In this article, we explore the key differences between soy wax and paraffin wax , two raw materials widely used in candle making.

What is paraffin wax?

It is the most common wax used in commercially available candles, and it has a lower production cost. However, it is not very environmentally friendly, possessing dangerous and unsustainable chemical properties.

• Derived from petroleum;
• Cheap and easy to mold;
• It releases black soot and chemical compounds when burned.

What is soy wax?

Our choice at Oli is a much more natural and environmentally friendly raw material! What are the benefits?

• Made from soybean oil, a renewable resource;
• 100% natural and biodegradable;
• It burns more slowly and evenly.

Benefits of soy wax

• Clean burn, without toxic smoke;
• Longer candle lifespan;
• Better diffusion of aromas;
• Lower environmental impact.

Why do we use soy wax in Oli?

We believe that handcrafted items should respect nature. That's why we've chosen a safe and planet-friendly vegetable wax for all our candles.

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