The Candle You Burn Matters: Why Soy Wax Is the Healthier Luxury

All House of Cassidy scented candles are made with soy wax - a totally natural material that needs nothing extra that could compromise indoor air quality, or your health in any way. It has so many benefits - a cleaner burn with much less soot or smoke than candles made with paraffin and other types of synthetic wax.

This renewable resource, which we source locally, releases no harmful toxins into the air, meaning you will not be at risk of allergens, or irritation. Choosing soy wax won’t just keep you free from discomfort - using candles made this way can protect your long-term health from the harm that can come from breathing in toxins over time.

No Petroleum

Petroleum is used widely in candle production. It’s produced from crude oil - the same fossil fuel that vehicle fuel is made from. It might not be anywhere near as strong as the petrol that comes from your car, but it releases the same chemicals that can lead to long-term health complications that you will definitely want to avoid.

At House of Cassidy, our soy wax candles are guaranteed to contain zero petroleum. So whenever you light one, you can have full peace of mind that the scent and flickering glow you’re enjoying is only releasing good things into the air.

No Paraffin

Containing petroleum, paraffin wax is very popular in the candle industry, for its strong scent throw, and burns for a long time, as well as being less expensive than natural alternatives. But it does come with some costly side effects for your indoor air, and your health.

Paraffin releases a range of toxic chemicals into the air, which contribute to air pollution. If the air of your home is polluted with these toxins, it can lead to health concerns such as headaches, eye irritation, and coughing. Over time, these can lead to more serious problems.

No Phthalates

In the candle industry, phthalates are chemicals that are used to bind other ingredients together. They are also used to enhance scents in products like candles. While they are useful in these ways, they can lead to hormonal imbalances, and increase the risk of other long-term health problems if you are exposed to them for prolonged periods of time.

When you choose a soy wax candle, you are choosing the safest option for your indoor air, and for the health of you and those you love. You can still enjoy wonderful fragrances, and a candle that lasts, and performs as well, and in some ways, better than candles made with standard ingredients.

Want to learn more about our candle making process, and how we choose our ingredients? Click here to read our story.