LET’S TALK ABOUT SOY, BABY!
Have you ever been procrastinating about the task at hand so you distract yourself by thinking; “what’s the big deal with soy candles?” but you can’t be bothered researching it so you just ponder to yourself while your deadline draws nearer and nearer? Well, ponder no further…
If I do soy so myself.
Soy wax is made from the oil of soybeans meaning it’s all-natural and completely renewable. The harvest and production of which is non-toxic and creates minimal waste. The bean husks left over from soybean harvesting are often used in animal feed. While paraffin wax relies on the global reserves of oil & petrochemicals, soy wax is only limited to the amount you grow. Post-production, soy wax is biodegradable.
Burn, baby burn!
Soy wax has a longer burn time than its alternatives giving you more burn for your buck. Soy wax holds fragrances well, and the slow burn time means the scent it gradually released into the room creating a pleasant atmosphere. The slowness of the burn also means soy wax will burn to the edge of the jar, rather than leaving an annoying amount of wax left at the sides.
Candle with care.
Soy wax has a lower melting point than other waxes, so it doesn’t produce as much heat. Because soy wax is biodegradable, it’s much easier to clean than paraffin wax if it spills on your clothing, tablecloth or furniture.
Soy wax will also burn cleanly, meaning it doesn’t emit any nasty chemicals and pollute the air quality in your home. Unlike paraffin wax, soy candle emissions won’t build up on your walls and fabric staining your home and furniture. Soy wax produces 90% less soot than paraffin wax.