Soy Candles vs Paraffin Candles

Soy Candles

  • Soy wax is made from natural, renewable resources.

  • Soy wax burns much cleaner and is all natural, non-toxic, and non-hazardous.

  • Soy wax is completely biodegradable.



  • Soy wax can be cleaned up with warm water and soap.

  • Purchasing soy products supports the soy farmers of America.

Paraffin Candles

  • Paraffin candles are derived from petroleum, a limited resource.

  • Burning paraffin wax emits carcinogens and petro-chemicals.

  • Paraffin wax contains petroleum by-products and additives that inhibit biodegradability.

  • Paraffin wax residue is quite troublesome, often impossible, to remove.

  • Purchasing paraffin products support international oil companies.