Candles enhance your home’s ambience, but you may wonder about safety and health, particularly given the jumble of confusing and conflicting information offered by the internet and social media gurus.
It’s helpful to understand what goes into a quality candle and how to use it properly for a safe and enjoyable experience. This guide explores candle safety and what makes Scentsy Candles a trusted choice for your home.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
- Are soy blend candles safe?
- Are Scentsy candles safe?
- Does Scentsy use only safe ingredients?
- How do Scentsy Candles minimize health and safety risks?
- How do the soy wax blend, wick type and container shape impact safety?
- Are Scentsy Candles rigorously tested?
- Do Scentsy Candles adhere to important fragrance and safety standards?
- What Candles are available?
Are soy blend candles safe?
Yes. Soy blend candles are safe when manufactured properly and used according to directions. Soy blend waxes are a cleaner-burning alternative to solely paraffin candles.
Candle safety relies on these factors: ingredient quality, manufacturing standards, thorough testing and proper use. A well-made soy blend candle produces minimal soot, burns evenly and releases fragrance without harmful emissions.
The key is choosing candles from reputable manufacturers like Scentsy, who prioritize quality, testing and safety, and to carefully follow instructions for safe use.
How do I use my Scentsy Candle safely?
For the safest fragrance experience:
- Never leave a lit Candle unattended.
- Trim wick to ¼ inch (0.6 cm) before each use. Remove the piece of trimmed wick.
- Burn your Scentsy Candle for no more than four hours at a time.
- Keep all Candles away from drafts and flammable areas, and out of reach of pets and children.
- Only use Scentsy Candles on a stable, level and fire-resistant surface within your sight.
- Stop using your Candle when there’s ¼ inch of wax remaining.
Are Scentsy Candles safe?
Yes. Scentsy’s wax blend combines natural and refined ingredients that are established in the candle industry as safe. Our blend creates the ideal fragrance performance and a candle that burns cleanly and safely when used as directed.
Therefore, it’s important to remember that improper use of any candles, such as burning them in poorly ventilated spaces, leaving them unattended, or burning them for excessive periods, can create safety concerns.
Scentsy’s commitment to safe ingredients means you can enjoy Candle fragrances with confidence.
Does Scentsy only use safe ingredients in Candles?
Yes. Scentsy’s wax blend combines natural and refined ingredients that are established in the candle industry as safe. Our blend creates the ideal fragrance performance and a candle that burns cleanly and safely when used as directed.
Here’s why these ingredients are considered safe:
- Soy wax is a natural, plant-based, nontoxic wax that burns cleanly with minimal soot.
- Our paraffin wax is a refined, safe and stable ingredient. In general, refined paraffin wax is FDA-approved and widely used in candles, food, cosmetics and in medical applications.
- Microcrystalline wax is a highly refined petroleum-based wax commonly used in cosmetics and food packaging, and is recognized as safe when used as intended.
- Scentsy’s professional-grade fragrance oils are formulated specifically for Candles and rigorously tested for safe use in home environments.
How do Scentsy Candles reduce risk?
We have carefully engineered our Candles to reduce risk with our clean-burning proprietary soy wax blend and wick materials to minimize soot. The shape of the Candle vessel is also designed for optimal performance.
How does Scentsy’s Candle soy wax blend impact safety?
Scentsy Scented Candles reduce risk with a proprietary soy wax blend that burns cleaner and cooler than all-paraffin candles. This blend provides excellent fragrance throw and minimizes soot.
How does Scentsy’s Candle wick type impact safety?
The wicks for each Scentsy Candle are tested for optimal burning characteristics and matched to the candle diameter to promote even melting.
How does Scentsy’s Candle container shape impact safety?
The shape and material of Scentsy’s Candle vessels are designed to manage heat distribution and reduce the risk of overheating and tipping over. Candles are hand-poured into high-quality frosted glass or ceramic vessels.
Are Scentsy Candles rigorously tested?
Yes. We carefully test all components of Scented Candles to ensure maximum performance and safety.
Do Scentsy Candles adhere to important fragrance and safety guidelines?
Yes. Scentsy adheres to strict performance and safety guidelines established by ASTM International (an organization that develops and publishes international standards for a wide range of materials, products systems and services) to help support healthier indoor air quality in your home. We also comply with key ASTM safety standards to minimize hazards such as flare-ups, excessive heat or container breakage. Just like our pioneering wax Scentsy Bars, our Candles comply with Category 12 of the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) Standards. The IFRA is a global organization that sets science-based standards for the fragrance industry.
Each Candle includes clear safety labeling and burning guidelines to help ensure a safe, enjoyable fragrance experience.
What Scentsy Candle fragrances are available?
Scentsy is constantly updating and releasing new Candle fragrances. We offer Candles in many of our bestselling fragrances such as Blue Grotto and Luna. Look for regular releases of new fragrances exclusive to our Candle line, including Sugared Peppermint Pine and Firewood Spruce.
Our two-wick, 12.5 oz. Scented Candle provides up to 48 hours of burn time.
Scentsy Candles combine premium ingredients, thoughtful design and rigorous testing to deliver a trustworthy, safe, high-quality fragrance experience. With proper use and care, you can enjoy the warm ambience and beautiful fragrances of our luxury Candles year-round.
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