The Difference Between Cheap and Luxury Candles | Health

[@DetailedDream]

I wish I knew this information years ago!

[@Competitive_Antagonist]

You sound like a health nut. Everything is made of chemicals so it is impossible to not burn them when lighting a candle. I'm afraid you lost all credibility here.

[@101aba]

@@Competitive_Antagonist You obviously know not of which you speak, sit down and shut up

[@seanchristopherjohn]

I'm a new subscriber and as a candle maker it makes me so cross when people slam paraffin wax (not that i use it) but the wax is not toxic which has been proven by a peer reviewed study which proved the wax burns exactly the same as all other waxes tested including soy. The soot on the vessel is generally down to poor wax trimming or even a breeze near the candle makimg the flame to flicker to the glass

[@flynhawaiian3187]

Thanks!

[@havealot2say]

please note that improper trimming of the wick or poorly wicked candles will cause sooting this is not exclusive to paraffin. All soy used in candles is made from GMO soy beans and also they use very harsh chemicals to extract the soy bean oil. Bees wax is good but you have to consider the damage done to the hives to collect the wax and find out if the bees wax is ethically sourced. Palm wax is great but unless responsibly sourced you are paying to fund deforestation. Also remember natural does not always mean better. Crude oil is a natural material and yet were are watching a video warning us it the potential dangers of paraffin. I also encourage people to look up food grade paraffin because that is what high grade paraffin is. It is processed to remove toxins and impurities. Much like raw soy beans are poisonous until cooked but nobody is saying don't soy eat meat instead. Personally I don't use paraffin wax in my candles and I don't aroma materials known to be hazardous. That being said people please do your research the soy industry has done epic job of marketing and the "all natural" movement has done a great job of selling the idea that essentials oils are better. Again please do your research

[@DetailedDream]

Thank you for your input into this ongoing issue! Also, what is your candle brand? Would love to try.

[@progress2913]

Thank you for this response as I was honestly going to address this as well 🖤

[@shibelaeli]

Soooooo true

[@god563616]

So with everything you just said it's there any safe candies to use or ditch candles period??

[@mynaturalperfume828]

Nope, in Europe you get non gmo soy wax

[@TheShroomWelder]

Thank you so much. I recently started getting into candles and your videos are helping me so much to learn. Your videos are so clear, straight to the point, with a nice aesthetic, and enjoyable to watch.

[@DetailedDream]

Thank you very much for those kind words! It keeps me motivated to keep creating content. Glad to know my videos are a big help!

[@melenahoward]

I love your knowledge, advice, insight and style. But those little clips you add in add so much levity to your videos. Love it.

[@iamjholloway]

Thank you so much for sharing this!! This makes me feel better about giving up on buying “those candles” lol. Please keep the luxury candle content coming 💕

[@trich5621]

lol! I know...right!

[@jackiewalton7472]

Thank you for sharing!!!! I have just recently started buying Candles!!... ALOT of CANDLES!!!! Wish I had seen you first!! Your knowledge is amazing and so helpful!! Thank you for posting the names of recommended candles!!!

[@RyanMcKenna-u1q]

I saw a study done by the candle producers of the USA and they found there was nothing to worry about - so there!

[@sedrickballenger7774]

This is very informative. I will be researching. Thank you for your professional and quality presentation as well.

[@TheChasingSunsetsFamily]

What is the safest fragrance essential oils?

[@TinaMarie]

I am ready to take notes

[@janice5218]

As always enlightening 💞

[@alfonsa9160]

lol

[@michaelmessenjah]

When it comes to health there is a difference.

[@hydroaegis6658]

Burning anything in your house comes with respiratory risks. The cleanest way to throw scents inside is wax melt, or a scent diffuser. Any kind of wax if it doesnt burn fully will throw soot and unburned wax around your house. This is no different from smoking if you breathe it in.

[@htucker7767]

Although palm wax is OK for your health, it is terrible for the environment. Alot of candle companies have vowed to not use palm oil because of palm tree harvesting and the destruction of habitats.

[@jcalvioficial]

I didn't know 💚

[@Pentastigme]

Depends on the farm this palm is from

[@TheFloatingSheep]

Burning paraffin wax candles does release some volatile organic compounds (VOCs) like benzene and toluene, which are known to be harmful in high amounts. However, studies show that the levels of these chemicals released by candles are typically too low to pose significant health risks under normal use. For instance, a 2014 study in the Journal of Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology found that scented paraffin candles pose no known health risks and that their emission levels fall well below World Health Organization exposure limits.

[@ivana.3060]

That Mutombo clip sealed the deal for me lol. Subscribed.

[@DetailedDream]

Will always be one of my favorite clips lol. Thanks!

[@10roombizarro55]

Here’s a way to avoid all this and buy whatever candle you want-use a warmer and never light a flame in your house again.

[@sharonatw]

Can you do a segment on small business candles?

[@Brightspirit10]

Thanks so much for this video. I am amazed how many companies use soy or coconut wax blend in there products. I will just avoid blends to insure im receiving what i expect.

[@nietobeltran7880]

So you wouldn't recommend Yankee candles? I'm sorry I'm new to candles and I like the Yankee brand

[@tranie111]

Wow this info has me shook! All these luxury brands that are not using natural wax!

[@Pentastigme]

Paraffin is a "natural" wax.

[@MrJasonjace]

Does warming paraffin wax not release harmful chemicals? or no different?

[@Pentastigme]

Every kinf of wax when they combust emits formaldehyde

[@juliecairns9644]

I'm burning a coconut wax blend candle right now. 😊

[@TheLillianYoung]

Me looking at my stack of Bath & Body Works 3-wick candles. 😮😮

[@isabel4957]

Thank you for the information, I just subscribed to your channel, I love candles 🥰

[@DetailedDream]

Thank you so much for subbing! Tons more candle content coming!

[@cantmakethisshtup3433]

Thank you for this info sir! This is definitely a need to know!❤️🙌🏾❤️

[@francoloquias4123]

how about diptyque bro? is it soywax?

[@Pentastigme]

Nope

[@andyluong999]

You kept saying paraffin released harmful toxins, so what are those toxins and why is it toxic to human health? Black soot exists doesn't matter what type of candle wax you use, the wick trimming will help eliminate this. I will take a properly trimmed wick paraffin any days over soy wax with improper trim wick that causing soot. Soy wax will produce less harmful toxin, true, but the farming of soybean has been question ethically lately. You asked people to do research, have you do yours before posting this video?

[@DetailedDream]

Thank you for your opinion on Paraffin wax. I stated in the video, paraffin releases fumes that are found in diesel gasoline. I will not take that chance of burning anything that could cause any amount of health issues down the line, but again, that is my opinion. farming of soy has been in question ethically, but you have to understand, it is not ALL brands that are causing harm with soy farming. to avoid all of these issues or concerns i much prefer vegan wax over anything else. I stand by this video 100%. Again, thank you for your opinion in this matter...

[@foodmens]

You just had to be THAT GUY didnt ya 🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️

[@andyluong999]

@@DetailedDream What are those fumes that are found in diesel gasoline and not found in soy wax? I am bad at this. Please educate me on the chemicals found in these fumes.

[@Pentastigme]

You have a Trudon candle burning on the background.

[@Pentastigme]

Paraffin doesn't emits gasoline. Several lab studies shows it emits formaldehyde like all waxes that combust.

[@Kw-om9pu]

Could you please review the "WOOD TIP ZACK FOX CANDLE: tobacco + plum + vanilla" by mayumigoods?

[@KnownAsLyant]

Amazing vid Keema! Very informational

[@prideolea]

I only buy the candles you mentioned that are good ha.

[@josesaraiva9566]

Hello, Both paraffin and most of the essences used in candles are made from petroleum derivatives and all these products emit toxic products when burned as highly toxic formic aldehyde, only pure beeswax is less toxic than all other products. Any organic product when burning emits toxic substances, nothing is exempt from that.

[@god563616]

I love the smell of gasoline at the gas station but not in my home! Thanks so much for this!!

[@handsome-brute2666]

I love the smell of napalm💥in the morning!

[@magdaj5157]

:( wish I knew this before buying village and yankee candles. I've got a collection of almost 30 candles :(

[@SaraH-fc5ns]

I love this! I’m launching Evergreen Lane, a coconut, hemp seed oil, and local beeswax blended candle brand (I’m soy-sensitive so I don’t use soy). And I love that you’re teaching others about this. Another factor is fragrance oil. Sooooo many fragrance oils use are cancer causing and it’s widely known! Candle makers are privy to this information prior to pucharsing fragrance oils for our candles. So even if someone is using a beautiful natural oil and labeling it as made with natural wax, they could still be using a toxic fragrance. I scour every safety data sheet and I hope other candle makers will do the same as time goes on. Blessings!

[@hojofan]

Where are your candles going to be sold?

[@SaraH-fc5ns]

Within the US for now

[@hojofan]

@@SaraH-fc5ns I'm in the US. What's the website?

[@michaelwynn8763]

Thanks for the simple advice which i will take onboard

[@NReluctant]

I recently got some candles from House of Sillage but the listings on their site do not say what kind of wax they use. Do you know anything about the wax they use?

[@maipham4766]

Wow thank you so much for this important video i didn't know that

[@krisometer7939]

New favorite channel!

[@Karim-wv4de]

I want to get Milano candle from La Double J, this new Italian company. They are more expensive than Cir Trudon. Would you recomend?

[@dylanbillion917]

Wow, nice to know

[@maipham4766]

Can you please make a video about the best hand soap & cream? Also on dish soap? Thank you ❤

[@firstnamelastname3842]

NO WAY, I literally bought the teakwood and tobacco candle today!! And it's in the thumbnail

[@yourwellwisher9646]

I've heard from a doctor, that, soy bean wax can be mostly be derived from "Hydrogenated soy bean oil" so not much better? 😊😮

[@Ferien7]

Amazing vid and information

[@kelap8]

I loved this! 😭.

[@karanvirsingh06]

thank u

[@OnixMint]

Hello, the brand “red leaf home” says on their website that their wax contains “food-grade paraffin” along with coconut and beeswax. Is this still toxic??? Thank you

[@Pentastigme]

Depends on fragrance composition and quality

[@zoomerrunner]

Do you have any thoughts on Meyer's 100% soy wax candles? They don't contain paraffin's afaik, but definitely on the cheaper side.

[@masonklein]

Wow, this is good to know

[@flynhawaiian3187]

🌺 Super informative. Enjoyed this so much since I love my candles and gravitate towards soy and beeswax more.

[@paulaward2075]

Have you ever dried DW and Candle Lite candles? Do you like them? Hello from Tyler Texas!

[@lingmansun4108]

Hi! Is this brand Scentsational Candle 100% soy wax? I saw they claim using coconut wax, soy wax and beeswax as soy blend on their website, which confuses me.

[@sabrinarongstaddebravo3469]

Awesome video!

[@kokotatts]

Very informative!! I love the candles you guys gifted me! 🥰

[@DetailedDream]

So glad you like them!!!❤️❤️❤️

[@handsome-brute2666]

@@DetailedDream lol.😂LIFE is too short to take things so seriously..i bought 2 Glade coastal sunshine citrus candles for $5 🕯

[@sss-mk4lx]

😏 Warmglow is amazing! Cheapest is at about $2 for their smallest candles and some are a bit pricy when it comes to the larger candles and bricks but they are the BEST Homemade candles.

[@mynaturalperfume828]

What about wax melts? Isn it better to just use melts made of soy and other wax, no paraffin? Melted with an electric device.

[@Pentastigme]

There's no combustion. Now you have to check the composition of the fragrance

[@CamettScents]

great

[@bluelot7546]

Your videos are very well done. You should really research soy it is made from GMO soy beans- which uses chemicals to extract it - the reason candle makers use paraffin is it is extremely difficult to get a saleable throw from soy alone - coconut wax can be good but the supply of it is very difficult to count on Essential oils are nearly impossible to use as they ignite and immediately burn off unlike fragrance oil . I think candle labels can get away with a bit because they can use a blend without saying of what - or contains 100% soy doesnt mean it is all soy. Paraffin wax is more widely used than you might think again because of throw

[@Pentastigme]

Abs true. Needs to be 51% soy in your blend to be called soy wax candle. It's just marketing.

[@bluelot7546]

thanks great info @@Pentastigme

[@RyanMcKenna-u1q]

I have gone to sleep every night with a paraffin wax candle burning all night. nothing wrong with me at all, and im 70 been doing it for 50 years

[@Pentastigme]

Hi, just to be clear with waxes because a lot of people are misinformed aboit it. Paraffin isn't toxic if its fully refined. Every wax (mineral/vegetal/...) are hydrocarbons that emits formaldehyde when they combust, the "carcinogenic" molecule. If the candle is perfectly wicked and made they must emit less this molecule. Trudon used to have beewax into their blends but now to make it "vegan suitable" they change it for paraffin (dyptique uses paraffin too like most of luxury brands because technically a 100% vegetable wax desont burn properly). Every candle maker does have to make several lab candle testing before selling their candles on the market, that's one of the reasons why your candle is expensive but most of the price goes into marketing. The maintoxic issue in a candle is the fragrance, which are often full of allergens. Avoid those who have the red diamond warning logo on the label they are the most unsafe to use. Moreover, a candle is toxic when you don't use it properly and do not trim the wick. Clean the residues before burning, do not burn more than 4h in a row, don't blow the wick and the most important, open your windows right after.

[@lythiastewart74]

Woww! Great info son...👍🏼❤️😘😊

[@pareshparmar7308]

How to make ecocandle

[@ambrosekillpack4841]

A good beeswax brand is bluecorn.

[@Good_Things_To_Know]

Hi, would you review a couple of my candles?

[@JP-ht5vgh]

LOL There is NO 100% soy wax candle. Have you ever seen how soy wax looks after its first burn? Dude its cratered and nasty, plus it doesn't have that strong of a scent. All candle waxes are mixed with something so that the candle has a nice smooth top and a stronger scent. It doesn't have to be paraffin but it's mixed with a chemical or other substance. But 100% soy is just not true. Don't let the brands fool you.

[@Pentastigme]

Even the professional waxes makers adds most of the time additives. Just check their waxes MSDS, a lot are made out fat acids plus paraffin.

[@steelhere5519]

- Make sure your candle has a cotton wick and not a “John Wick.”

[@Tom-jp8cl]

As a candle maker I have studied every wax out there and though I dont use paraffin or soy wax, I think paraffin gets a bad rap that just isn't justified and soy wax dont get the beat down that it deserves. People praise soy like its a miricle drug but no one ever mentions the fact that in order to produce that successful crop you have to spray it with millions of gallons of deadly pesticide, and as for paraffin wax well all that shiny fruit you see in the grocery store, it didn't come from the fields looking that shiny so they spray it with paraffin wax and they also use paraffin wax in the canning process. It's all over our food so if it was harmful we should all be dead by now. Yankee candles are 100% paraffin and I never knew of anyone passing out or killing over from burning a Yankee candle. Also I have tested a lot of high end candles only to realize it's a 5 dollar candle with a big name and big price. Its like Ralph Lauren going to the dollar store and buying all their shirts then sewing his logo on them to resale for $100... its still a DG $2 shirt on the back of a fool who thinks that little horse made it better. And I guarantee you all those Big famous names on those candle labels not one has ever spent 10 minutes making the first candle themself and they probably have no clue what's even in it. That's my take, if it smells good light it up, we all gonna die someday.🕯🕯🕯

[@arnoldfrackenmeyer8157]

Anytime we burn anything indoors it gives off toxic by-products of combustion.

[@Dustyscorner1111]

Umm dude- as soon as I go to the candle isle, I CANT CONTROL MYSELF 😓

[@stevethea5250]

1:30,

[@dunar1005]

4:34 “purifies the air” … sure, so lets “clean” all the air by burning bees wax. Omg 🙄

[@TheEublepharis1]

Very misleading

[@rvt_h3d]

I agree. A lot of perpetuated myths in this video.

[@nicolahallam-p2l]

please can I send you one of mine x

[@RyanMcKenna-u1q]

there are lots of u tube video's saying soy based candles are bad,,, what are this guys credentials???? is he a chemist, a doctor, a candle stick maker??? I see nothing here

[@emmaluciaev1938]

soy wax is also toxic .....please consider investigating the tactics of the soy indusrty if you are interested

[@GlitnirGebo]

This is full of misinformation! For starters, Paraffin wax is not toxic and Soy wax production can be damaging to the environment. Some candles have zinc in the wick to help it stand upright, it's not always lead. Do your own research and don't just take this guy's word for it.

[@rosbergs3]

100% soy wax candles are terrible in my opinion. No scent throw at all

[@lakelandpiper8400]

Your car and your electricity also releases harmful toxins into the enviroment.

[@RyanMcKenna-u1q]

woh. who is this guy. what are his credentials. maybe he is the chief candle stick maker?

[@zamirazam6099]

Ouh no. I have a lot of diptyque candles.

[@gwenwifar]

Blah blah. All I can hear is 'I want to sell you expensive soy wax instead of paraffine'. I remember some 'dietologists' were saying butter is bad for you because of cholesterine, where are they now? Same thing here really.

[@DetailedDream]

I respect your opinion.

[@TheFloatingSheep]

"doesn't that mean you're burning some type of chemical?" Yeah, everything's a chemical. Water is a chemical. Table salt is a chemical. Soy wax isn't natural either, it's made by the hydrogenation of soybean oil in the presence of a nickel catalyst. It's literally crisco, except crisco is only partially hydrogenated so as to not be as solid/hard. Beeswax on the other hand, is "natural" yet it produces more soot.

[@TinaMarie]

I am ready to take notes