Have you ever noticed how good people look by candlelight? Have you ever
noticed how a flickering candle is simply relaxing? I think maybe it is
ingrained in us from evolving through tens of thousands of years along
side fire.
I’m crazy about candles, but I’m picky about the scents. Some I love, and
some I can’t stand. I like vanilla the best, and strawberry. Certain
scents seem too musky to me. I don’t much care for scents with names like
Sandalwood. But, some people love those kinds of scents.
Did you know that trimming the wick of a candle can keep it from smoking?
Did you know that candles used to be made from tallow?
Soy candles are made from soy wax. Soy wax is made from hydrogenated
soybean oil-but don’t let that scare you-you’re not going to eat them!
Soy wax is not made from petroleum, like paraffin, which is a
non-renewable product. Candles made of soy wax do not increase the CO2
level in the atmosphere when they are burned. Soy wax candles can last
longer-almost 50% longer-than traditional paraffin candles. All in all, I
really prefer the soy wax candles overall.
Soy candles are also non-toxic and less likely to trigger allergic
reactions. With all the allergens that come at us from so many sources,
isn’t it great to eliminate one?