Mindful Materials

Paraffin vs Soy

Most mass-produced commercial candles are made with paraffin wax. Paraffin is a petroleum (crude oil) byproduct that is readily available and bonds well with dye and fragrance, making it a go-to candle wax. It is sold in various degrees of refinement, and the less refined the paraffin, the more toxins are released while burning. We would rather not compromise air quality or feature a non-sustainable resource in our products.

Soy wax is made from soybeans, and the wax that we purchase is made from American-grown crops. Soy wax burns cleanly and slowly, producing less soot and lasting longer than paraffin. We do not use any dyes in our candles or wax melts since the creamy white color of soy is pretty on its own, and we carefully test our fragrances so that they perform well in soy without the addition of phthalates.

Phthalate-Free Fragrances

Phthalates are chemicals that enhance the performance of materials like plastics and synthetic fragrances. They are found in many household goods, including scented candles. Since they strengthen the scent throw, many candle makers opt for fragrance oils that include phthalates.

However, research has shown that phthalates can be responsible for elevated cancer risks, fertility issues, and disruptions to the endocrine system, among other health issues. The fragrance oils that we purchase are a blend of natural essential oils and phthalate-free synthetic fragrances. We would not send anything into your home that we would not want in ours.

Sustainable Materials

In addition to wax and fragrances, we choose other materials with our one-and-only earth in mind. Wicks are braided cotton with paper threads woven throughout; they contain no lead or zinc. Lids are made from sustainable bamboo, and our frosted glass tumblers, while unfortunately not recyclable, are reusable.

We avoid plastic bubble wrap and styrofoam when packing our products, and instead opt for cardboard wrap, kraft paper, and biodegradable packing peanuts.

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