Benefits of Soy Wax in Candles

Why Soy Wax?

In our experience, soy candles offer a longer lasting, cleaner and more even burn as compared to traditional paraffin candles. Unlike paraffin wax, which is a by-product of petroleum refining, soy wax is made from soybean oil. It is a 100% renewable, biodegradable, and sustainable resource. For eco-conscious makers and consumers, this is often the deciding factor.

TirGlas Candles

All our candles are hand poured by us in small batches. Eco-friendly and sustainable products are important to us. Our candle wax,

• is soy wax, or a soy wax and coconut blended wax.
• contains no paraffin, palm oil or beeswax.
• contains no dyes, colourants or any additives.
• is vegan and cruelty free .

What are the Benefits of Soy Wax?

Soy wax is made from soybean oil, a natural and renewable resource. Soybeans are a crop that is widely cultivated, making soy wax an abundant and environmentally friendly alternative to paraffin wax.

Soy wax candles have become more popular in recent years due to their numerous advantages over traditional paraffin wax candles. They offer a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable alternative for lighting your home. A superior choice for those who care about quality and sustainability.

Environmental Benefits

• Renewable Resource: Soybeans, the primary ingredient in soy wax, are a renewable resource, making soy wax candles a more environmentally friendly option compared to paraffin wax candles, which are derived from petroleum.
• Biodegradable: Soy wax is biodegradable, meaning it breaks down naturally and does not contribute to landfill waste.
• Reduced Soot: Soy wax candles produce significantly less soot than paraffin wax candles, reducing air pollution and improving indoor air quality

Health Benefits

• Cleaner Burn: Soy wax candles burn cleaner and more evenly than paraffin wax candles, emitting fewer harmful chemicals and pollutants into the air.
• Hypoallergenic: Soy wax is less likely to cause allergies or respiratory issues compared to paraffin wax, making it a safer choice for people with sensitivities.
• Longer Burn Time: Soy wax candles generally have a longer burn time than paraffin wax candles, providing more value for your money.

Aesthetic Benefits

• Better Scent Throw: Soy wax is known for its excellent scent throw, allowing the fragrance to disperse more effectively throughout the room.
• Wood Wicks: Many of our candles have wood wicks where it is appropriate for the candles. Wood wicks provide that soft crackling sounds when burning creating that unbeatable "sound and light" ambience.
• Variety of Colours: Whilst soy wax is known for being easily coloured, our candles do not contain any additives or dyes - they are the natural colour of the wax.