The Benefits of Soy Candle Wax

Seasoned candle lovers know that soy is better than regular paraffin wax. Do you know the five reasons? Chris from Makes Sense Candle Company in Green Bay, WI explains the benefits of soy-based wax candles in this article:

CLEAN BURNING - Soy wax is non-toxic, therefore it burns cleaner than paraffin, with no petrol-carbon soot which can lead to blackened walls, ceilings, furniture or contaminated home ventilation. The benefits of soy include fresher, carcinogen-free air for you to breathe at home.

LONGER BURNING - Soy candles burn at cooler temperatures than paraffin wax, and therefore have a longer average burn time, effectively making your purchase more economical.

RENEWABLE RESOURCE - Soybeans are a renewable resource, unlike petroleum-based paraffin.

BIODEGRADABLE - Soybeans are vegetables! Soy wax, which is derived from hydrogenated soybean oils, is naturally biodegradable. Soy wax is also easier to clean and remove from surfaces because of its makeup.

ASSISTS FARMERS - Buying soybean products creates important economic growth for the agricultural sector of the U.S. economy.

Although some argue that soy wax is more expensive, Chris's candles at Makes Sense start at just $3.50 - proving that responsible candles can be affordable for anyone's budget.

-posted by Miranda at A Better Footprint - Green Bay's very own Fair Trade store.