If you are wondering why you should buy and burn soy candles
instead of paraffin candles,
let us en"light"en you!
keen bean candles are made exclusively with natural waxes. These waxes are derived from vegetables. We use either a blend made of 85% soy wax and 15% veggie wax, or a wax made of 100% soy. Paraffin wax is derived from petroleum, a by-product of the oil refining process. Read on for a point by point comparison of the benefits of soy over paraffin. Comparison |
| Soy & Veggie Blend/Soy Wax | Paraffin Wax |
Soy wax is 100% non-toxic and all natural. | Paraffin wax emits harmful vapors and may produce carcinogens. |
| Soy wax burns cleaner than paraffin, emitting little to no soot when burned properly. | Burning paraffin wax emits black soot. |
Soy wax cleans up with soap and hot water. | Paraffin wax is difficult to clean from many surfaces. |
| Soy candles can burn 25% - 50% longer than paraffin, making them a better value. | Paraffin candles burn hotter, and therefore faster than soy candles. |
Soy wax can burn completely, when burned according to recommended guidelines. | Paraffin candles may not burn completely and may "tunnel." |
Soy wax releases fragrances naturally, faster, and longer. | Paraffin must be blended with chemicals to be able to release fragrances. |
Soy wax supports the American Farmers and is a renewable resource! American grown, environmentally friendly... | Can paraffin claim all of that? |