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Richly Scented Soybean Candles

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Soybean candles are all the rage. The result of students winning a $5000 contest given by the soybean industry, soy bean candles are now a staple in many homes, including many of our readers’.

The candle wax is made by processing the soybean oil in much the same way oils are processed to make margarine. Soybeans are renewable in that millions of acres are grown every year. Midwestern states are practically the OPEC of the future.

There are many other benefits to natural soy and vegetable candles. They produce less soot and more importantly, less toxic soot. Paraffin candles release organic molecules like benzene and it’s derivative, toluene. When deciding on the perfect Richly Scented Candle, it’s important to make sure you’re also protecting the environment, so soybean candles are great by this measure as well.

These chemicals can be carcinogenic, in other words, may cause cancer. Paraffin soot may contain 11 toxins, which are reported by the EPA at this link: EPA Report.

Since there is less soot and it is water-soluble, there is less residue on furnishings and ceilings. Some churches have required that only soy candles be burned to cut down on candle smoke and to reduce the damage. Soy candle wax burns longer and cooler, another environmental benefit if you’re a fan of the Richly Scented Candle.

Therefore, there is less potential damage for starting fires. Soy candles in the type of jars we recognize as jelly jars are the perfect size for burning. Not only do the candles burn all the way to the bottom, the size is perfect in that there is no wax left around the inside of the glass. Soy candles are really perfect for that Richly Scented Candle you’ve always wanted.

Lids can quickly extinguish the candle, there are no drips and the jar can easily be cleaned with hot soapy water to be reused.

Spread the word about soy candles. It is a small thing but still significant in our drive towards a more earth friendly environment. You have a “locally” produced raw material, you have crafters who eagerly pour beautiful candles and take them out to craft fairs and farmers markets, the jars can be reused, and best of all, it’s an inexpensive, beautiful and soothing luxury.

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