Is there such thing as non-toxic candles?
Are natural candles bad for your health? Are there toxins in natural candles? Where to buy non toxic candles? We have all your answers below. A (long) hidden, bad reputation... Most popular candles are made of paraffin wax (a petroleum waste product that is chemically bleached), which creates highly toxic benzene and toluene (both are known carcinogens) when burned. In fact, the petro-soot released from paraffin candles are the same as those found in diesel fuel fumes and can be as dangerous at second-hand smoke. In 2001, the EPA concluded that burning paraffin candles emit harmful toxins and increase health risks with multiple exposures. Even the recent popular soy wax candles contain paraffin. Wicks & Fragrance Candle wicks can also...