Soy or coconut wax - which is better and safer?
The secret of home comfort lies in many little things and, of course, in an atmosphere of love and care. Candles have been around for hundreds of years. And, if earlier they were used as the main source of light, today we, the children of civilization, light them to fill our homes with a special atmosphere. The vast majority of candles you can find on the market are made of paraffin or its mixtures. Soy or coconut wax, palm wax and gel are used much less often in the manufacture. This is due to the wide availability of paraffin and, most importantly, its low price. In addition, paraffin is much easier to work with than soy or coconut wax, it not only holds the aroma very well, but also spreads it actively and for a long time. A logical question arises - why invent a bicycle and choose other materials if paraffin is so good? Today we will talk about this, as well as the advantages of natural materials for making candles!
What is bad about paraffin?
The most important thing you need to know is that paraffin is a product of oil refining. By bleaching and extracting sediments from oil barrels, which are processed into wax and receive paraffin. The problem with such candles is that they release carcinogenic substances into the air when they burn. Formaldehyde, benzene, acetone, styrene, naphthalene, and others can be singled out among the huge list of such substances. From the banal - a person who regularly arranges aromatherapy sessions in his home may start having breathing problems, asthma may worsen. And also these substances have a direct negative effect on the work of the heart and respiratory system. Among other things, you can damage the exhaust system, if you have one in your house. The same cannot be said about soy or coconut wax, or any other natural product category.Which is better - soy or coconut wax or candles based on them?
Both are absolutely safe for the consumer. For the manufacturer, there are certain nuances in working with each of the species. You can safely buy a candle whose main ingredient is soy or coconut wax and not fear for your health.Shall we talk about the advantages of each?
- coconut wax is known for its ability to emit aroma not only when warm, but also when cold. The main advantage is a very low burning temperature, which allows the candle to delight its owners with wonderful aromas for much longer. On average, it burns 60% longer than paraffin. It is also economical and more ecological. Coconut candles have a very pleasant texture and their natural, slightly perceptible, coconut aroma. It is a completely renewable natural component, the production of which is absolutely ecological. This, by the way, is a general characteristic of soy or coconut wax, as well as almost any other natural wax. Of the minuses, only one can be noted - thanks to a very low melting point, such candles can start to melt even on a simply hot, summer day. It will not affect performance, but it will affect aesthetics and appearance as a whole. Pay attention to this if this factor is important to you or if you live in the southern regions
- soy wax is a completely natural product made from soybeans. It can be said that it is practically devoid of its own aroma and therefore it is believed that it can better reveal the perfume composition added by the manufacturer. Its melting point is about 55 degrees, and at the time of burning, absolutely no harmful substances are released into the air. Soy or coconut wax in this respect are absolutely identical and safe for your health. Due to the fact that the burning temperature is not as high as that of paraffin, such a candle will also please its owner for a long time
