Is your scented candle really non-toxic and all natural?
Do you know what makes a candle all-natural or non-toxic? Your candle maker probably doesn't either.
Wendy Phillips
Candles Blog
Understanding Fragrance Sensitivity
Biological explanations for fragrance sensitivity and a call for greater understanding
Wendy Phillips
The "Non-Toxic Candle" Myth: How One Study Changed an Industry
If you've shopped for candles online recently, you've probably seen the term "non-toxic" everywhere. Soy candles are marketed as "non-toxic alternatives" to paraffin. Beeswax is advertised as "naturally non-toxic." Entire brands have built their identity around being "the non-toxic candle...
Wendy Phillips
Understanding Candle Quality: What Makes Some Candles Burn Cleaner Than Others
If you've been reading about candles online, you've probably encountered warnings about toxic emissions, debates about paraffin versus soy wax, and concerns about indoor air quality. It can be confusing to sort through all the claims. Let's break down what...
Wendy Phillips
The Science Behind Your Candle's Glow: How Candles Burn
How three simple ingredients create something magical. What's really happening in a candle flame.
Wendy Phillips