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Soy Candles: A Source of Endless Fragrance
Two months ago, after a long discourse at the breakfast table on the many wonderful aspects of soy candles, my 13-year-old son accused me of being a soy candle head, as in dead head. What had got me started was the soy milk e had been drinking for breakfast, and having recently discovered soy candles in a big way, my mind was understandably full of how this wonderful material was so much a part of our lives – food, drink, and now candles!
Whatever my son might say, however, I can’t stop gushing about soy candles and their unique properties, and you, dear reader, are now in my line of fire. Not only are soy candles longer lasting, they also hold a fragrance better and do not produce unsightly deposits of soot. And when I say long lasting, I mean it, because the average 14 oz wax candle will last you about 70 hours, give or take five, while a soy candle will last all of 100, if not more. That’s almost 50 hours more, and not at significantly higher prices either.
If you’ve been following these articles, you’ll know about my friend Charlene Dewitt, the one who is an aromatherapy expert. Well, inevitably, it was Charlene who introduced me to soy candles, and one of the first things I noticed was the absence of soot. All those who have spent time cleaning blackened and grimy candle jars, walls and even ceilings know what a menace soot can be. With soy candles, because they are natural, the jar remains pristine, and the walls and ceilings unsullied.
Now I come to the most important reason for using soy candles. Various studies have revealed that traditional wax candles emit carcinogens into the air. Now, as we all know, carcinogens are cancer-causing toxins that also cause other health problems. Mostly, researchers are trying to prove that anything that emits carbon dioxide when burnt, such as wax candles and charcoal, will release carcinogens. Though it is too early to comment on this issue, soy candles certainly do not produce carcinogens, which means they are healthy, too!
All in all, it is no surprise that soy candles are gaining in popularity, considering they were only launched in 1991, and their discovery is credited to a certain Michael Richards, who found out by trial and error that mixing soybean oil with palm and coconut oils produced a perfect wax. He added a small amount of beeswax to the mixture to improve it even further.
Today, it has been conclusively proved that 100% natural soy wax does not contain petroleum or other environmentally unsafe ingredients. And it is much less expensive than other natural waxes like beeswax.
So I end my rave. Go ahead, call me a soy candle head, but remember what I’ve told you the next time you buy your candle supplies!
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Earthmate EP05129 5-Watt Dimmable Candle 2700K Bulb, 6 Pack $80.00 … |
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Rosy Rings Etched Plate, Winterberry $12.00 Our metal plates are etched with botanical motifs and finished with a versatile bronze finish. The 7-inch diameter size fits most of our Botanical candles…. |
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Frosted glass soy wax candle in a box, 14 oz raspberry … |
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PSI Woodworking Products CF3J Faceplate 1-Inch by 8TPI 3-Inch Diameter $13.13 3-Inch Steel Face Plate, 1-Inch by 8TPI mount. Use this spare faceplate for mounting extra bowl blanks.Perfect for all small bowl turningFits any lathe with a 1-Inch by 8TPI spindle thread3-Inch diameter faceplate with 4 screw mounting holesHas machined flats to grip with a wrench – easy on and easy offAll steel construction… |
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Savoy House Lighting 9-3009-1-8 St. Laurence Collection 1-Light Wall Sconce, New Tortoise Shell w/Sliver Finish with Clear Crystal $106.00 From the St. Laurence Collection, this captivating wall sconce comes in a beautiful New Tortoise Shell and Silver finish and features a faux candle and crystal accents…. |
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The Art of Soy Container Candle Making $39.95 Great DVD for how to make soy candles in the comfort of your own home. Filmed in high definition, but converted to standard format. This DVD features the latest editing technology with graphics, close-ups, titles and time-lapses. The Menu has a “Play All” and Scene selection feature. The DVD features segments on Safety; Intro; History; Benefits of Soy Wax; Types of Soy Wax; Fragrances & Essential … |
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Fresh Wave Continuous Release Odor Eliminator Gel, 64-Ounce Jar $28.45 64 OZ, Fresh Wave Continuous Release Super Gel, Refillable Container, Safely Neutralizes and Eliminates Odors, For Continuous-Release Odor Control, Place Near Pet Areas, In Musty Closets, Basement Or Garage Or Other Areas Where Odors Are Stubborn and Lingering, Just Pour Into A Wide Mouth Container…. |
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Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Liquid Hand Soap, Rhubarb, 12.5 Fluid Ounce (Pack of 2) $7.98 Experience seasonal scents from Mrs. mEYER’S clean day this holiday season. These limited edition cleaners and candles are just the thing to perk up holiday spirits. Liquid dish soap, countertop spray, liquid hand soap and scented soy candles come in spicy orange clove and crisp iowa pine. Add a little warmth to winter with long-lasting scented soy candles in orange clove, iowa pine, cranberry and… |
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Mrs. Meyer’s Soy Candle 7.2 oz Uncomplicated products for a clean and happy home.35 Hours Burn Time Lemon Verbena has a wonderful light citrus scent that’s INVIGORATING and is considered to pick-you-up.877-576-8808… |