Disadvantages Of Paraffin Based Candles
Many experience harmful effects when a regular candle is burning. This could include headaches, dizziness and discomfort. These ill effects could be caused due to the presence of hazardous chemicals in paraffin wax being spewed or released during burning. Scientist state that the following toxic chemicals have been known to be present in paraffin wax (they are also known to be carcinogenic substances).
- Trichloroflouromethane Carbon Disulfide 2-Chlorobenzene Styrene Xylene Phenol Cresol Cyclopenthene Benzene
- Toluene
Health officials in Melbourne are now cautioning citizens on the harmful effects of paraffin based candles. Thus, they continue to support the industry related to natural soy candles in Melbourne providing citizens with a more harmless alternative.
Benefits And Considerations Of Choosing Soy Based Candles
The most visible benefit noticed when burning soy candles I that it produces very small amounts of soot. This gives rise to cleaner burning. Apart from the wax, some soot arises from the wick as well. Use of lea wicks are banned in most part of the work including in natural soy candles in Melbourne. Some wicks tend to contain zinc which produces a small amount of soot but the best options to select are candles with wicks made of cotton or hemp.
Due to the cleaner burning, soy candles give a better spread of the aroma infused in it. This in industry terms is called the ‘scent throw’. What this means is that when you light a scented soy candle, the aroma will spread better across the room. In the case of scented paraffin candles, the infused fragrance could be put off by the smell of the wax. But soy wax does not have such an effect on the fragrance. Therefore gives a better scent. Also it has been found that natural organic fragrances are held better in soy wax.
Another surprising benefit is that soy candles are more cost effective that regular candles. This is because they can burn for about twice as long as regular candles do and the price in comparison makes it a cheaper alternative.
There are many suppliers of hand poured soy candles in Melbourne which claim to be “All Natural”. It is best not to be fooled by fraudulent advertising. And take a closer look at the actual ingredients in the soy candles. Regulatory bodies in Melbourne maintain strict standards to monitor various suppliers but it is always best to use your judgment as well.
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