Did you know?

• Paraffin candles are a petroleum product, just like gasoline or asphalt.
  
• In 2001, the American Lung Association issued warnings that (paraffin) candles are a common, unrecognized cause of poor indoor air quality
• You know that thick black soot you see in the jar when you burn a paraffin candle in a jar? You’re breathing that, too. These microscopic particles - smaller than 2.5 microns - are recognized by the EPA as responsible for aggravating respiratory illnesses.
• There are at least 7 major toxins in paraffin wax, including toluene, benzene, methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), and naphthalene — substances that are also found in paint, lacquer and varnish removers.
• Burning paraffin emits pretty much the same toxins as burning diesel fuel.
• The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has determined that toluene and benzene (which are found in paraffin candles) are probable human carcinogens.
• The petroleum industry is currently making approx. 10 BILLION pounds of paraffin each year to maximize its resources and profits. That’s 10 billion pounds of paraffin putting toxins, soot and carcinogens into the air for consumers to breathe. But hey, it’s profitable, right?Friends don’t let friends burn paraffin!
• Soy candles are made from soybeans which are a renewable resource. Soy candles support American and Canadian farmers and our agriculture industry.
• Soy wax is a very clean burning wax and does not produce black soot. Soy candles and soy wax are non toxic and safe for you, your children and pets to breathe
• Soy candles are biodegradable and environmentally friendly. Soy wax is water soluble and cleans up with warm soapy water.Our soy candles are:
• 100% Soy, guaranteed
• Cotton wicks; no zinc or metals.
• All natural and biodegradable.
• Meets FDA, Kosher & Vegan standards.
• NO petroleum, paraffin or animal products.
• NO pesticides, herbicides or toxins
• No GMO (genetically modified) materials.

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