Handmade candles are usually made from soy, making them safe to burn in the house for long periods of time. Soy doesn’t leave that nasty black residue that often accumulates on the walls and ceilings near burning candles. Soy based candle jars won’t get that black soot around the top, because they are made of natural products. That black soot from cheap candles is getting into the air, which is how it sticks to the walls, and it can also stick to your lungs. Throw out any candles that are not handmade, or soy based and live healthier.
The first time you burn handmade candles, you’ll immediately be able to tell they are superior quality candles. The scent is much more real and potent, without being too strong. They will burn evenly through the container, not burning a hole down the middle and wasting the wax all around the edges. These types of candles will also burn longer, which means you’ll get your money’s worth. Homemade candles also burn at a lower temperature, making them safer for use in a home with children and pets. Though, they should still be kept far out of reach. Cats especially like the flickering flames of a candle, so make sure your cat can’t get at your candle.
Homemade candles are so wonderful, that they are used in businesses such as salons, spas, and places of massage. That is because these businesses know the importance of using quality candles that are safe for the environment, and healthy to be around. Many people may not be aware that most candles are made of a lot of nasty ingredients that are not healthy for humans to breathe in. Candles can be poisonous if ingested by a small child or pet, but homemade and soy candle will not be an issue.
Many candles found in retail and specialty shops, including the famous brands, have a wire in the middle of the wick that can cause lead poisoning because they emit 500 to 1000 micrograms of lead per hour into the air when burned. This figure is especially concerning for those burning candles with lead in the wicks, in a home where children are, because kids are more susceptible to lead poisoning. When you are in the market for some new candles, make sure you purchase handmade candles, especially ones made with soy, to make sure they are safe for burning in the home.
Joey Anderson is an expert in Handmade Candles and co-founder of http://www.trulyscentualcandles.com.