Scented Soy Candles

Becoming a vegetarian is an important decision in anyone’s life. Whether you oppose eating meat because of a simple distaste for the meat itself or you have a more deep-rooted issue with eating animals, many vegetarians are quick to sing the praises of soy. Technically part of the legume family, soybeans are an excellent source of protein, and as such, they make a fantastic substitute for the protein one usually gains from eating meat.

But soy isn’t just for the vegetarians and vegans in your life. Soy has an amazing range of uses. It’s little wonder it’s been used in China for nearly 5,000 years as part of their diet and a component in their drugs! In modern day, soy still shows up in many of our foods, but it also makes an appearance in our candles. Even if you don’t realize it, many high quality candles are actually made of soy. For the next gift giving event, consider giving your vegetarian friend a soy candle along with a large box of frozen garden burgers!

Everyone enjoys decorating for the holiday season and many people take special pleasure in the unique variety of fragrances that make up the potpourri of the holidays.

Evergreen boughs, peppermint, hot cocoa, spicy baked goods… mmm, mmm.

We’ve found that scented soy candles are a wonderful, natural way to fill our home with these special fragrances. They smell great whether they are burning or not and will be a reminder of this great time of year for months.

Happy Holidays

Unwind after a long day in the office. Come home to an aromatic environment by lighting scented candles as you prepare dinner or soak in a warm bath. De-stress with vanilla-scented candles and let your tiredness roll off your shoulders. Even for just an hour or two, take some time to clear your mind of worries and simply inhale wonderful fragrances.

Lighting soy candles and other natural vegetable wax candles is environmentally friendly. Have more time to take it slow around the house or put your feet up while you listen to soft sounds on the radio. Scented candles are great items to have at home because you can always enjoy the subtle qualities of a quiet life anytime you need to during the day or night.

Throughout history people have found many substances that provide light when burned. These were often plant or animal fats and oils that were used soon after being harvested.

In modern times the discovery of petroleum which was formed after plant and animal remains were exposed to great pressure over a significant period of time created a completely new branch of scientific discovery and exploration. Paraffin-based candles and scented candles are the results of this science.

Unfortunately, burning petroleum (in any form) produces unfortunate byproducts including carbon monoxide, sulphur dioxide, nitrogen oxides and volatile organic composites which contribute to particulate matter in the air. These are the factors responsible for many respiratory and other health problems for those exposed.

For these reasons natural wax scented candles are gaining in popularity. One only need do a side-by-side (or room-by-room) test to discover the benefits of clean burning petro free candles.

Breathe free…

Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. Even if you can’t be with your own family you find that friends (or even strangers) become your family. Sharing thankfulness with others is a uniquely satisfying experience.

After spending the day in the traditional fashion I decided that a warm bath and a moment of reflection was in order. Of course this ritual demands the luxury of aromatherapy provided by a Vanilla Hazelnut soy candle, one of my personal favorites.

And so, at the end of a perfect day, my eyes wandered to the nearby mirror where the gentle light from my candle revealed a reflection… the face of a very contented, very thankful person.

May you all be so blessed!

Since people first ignited a piece of straw in a bowl of oil it has been necessary to occasionally adjust the length of the wick to maintain the most desirable burning characteristics. This is still the case today and also applies to the modern natural oil scented candles.

We have found that soy candles, and in particular, candles in a container that does not have a uniform diameter from top to bottom will benefit from an occasional trimming.

Many sources have recommended trimming the wick to a length of 1/4 in. but we have observed better results by trimming to a shorter (down to 1/8 in.) length. You will soon discover the optimum length to provide a good light without leaving a wick that is too long to burn cleanly.

Candles, although attractive as home decorations, may be toxic, especially when the fumes are inhaled. Most candles are made of synthetic material such as paraffin wax. These candles leave a burning smell behind, which can be harmful to the environment.

An alternative is using soy jar candles. These candles make use of soy wax, which comes from hydrogenated soybean oil. It is a healthier alternative because it produces less soot and elicits a cleaner fragrance into the air. Because it does not contain petroleum, it is an eco-friendly alternative.

People don’t usually put too much thought into buying candles for their homes. But they probably would if they knew how many toxic chemicals were used in making most paraffin candles. There is an alternative—100% soy candles burn far cleaner than their paraffin counterparts.

Using only pure soy candles can reduce the amount of air pollution in your home. Make sure that the soy candles you buy are 100% soy. You can tell by checking the label. Many candles are a mix or soy and paraffin, but manufacturers try to pass them off as pure soy.

I just bought some scented soy candles for my after work ceremony and I could not be happier.  They added a light touch to the experience that I superbly enjoyed.  After work today, the water was just right and I had a luxurious bathing experience.

The next day I was so refreshed and soothed from my soy candle bath that people commented on how vibrant I was.  And I felt it too; it was from that added mix.  The friend who recommended it to me deserves a cupcake.