Wax: Scented

Soybean wax, often referred to simply as "soy wax," is produced with hydrogenated soybean oil. It was created by inventor Michael Richards in 1993, who was looking for a cheaper alternative to beeswax, thus becoming the first wax innovation in the candle industry for over a hundred years. more...

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Its main disadvantage is lower melting point, resulting in candles which deform easily in hot weather and drip readily when burning.

It has not been documented that soy wax is a safer alternative to paraffin, but can be cheaper than beeswax.

Because of the addition of chemicals to soy beans to make them into a viable wax, it is generally equal to paraffin and beeswax for biodegradable waxes.

Soy is listed as a major food allergen by the FDA. If a person has reactions to soy, paraffin can be a safe alternative.

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