When it comes to choosing the perfect candle for your home, there’s more to consider than just fragrance or style, even though we do have some great scents to choose from!
The type of wax used in your candle plays a major role in how clean it burns, how long it lasts, and even its environmental impact.
Here at Adhock Homeware, we’re passionate about sustainable living, so we’re shining a light on the benefits of soy candles and how they compare to beeswax and paraffin alternatives.
We believe that the things you bring into your home should not only look beautiful and smell amazing, but also be kind to the planet.
That’s why we’ve chosen to champion soy wax candles as part of our unique, upcycled homeware range.
Types of Waxes
What Makes Soy Wax So Special?
Soy wax is made from natural soybeans, making it a renewable, biodegradable alternative to traditional paraffin wax, which is a byproduct of petroleum.
Unlike paraffin, soy burns cleanly and produces little to no soot, meaning you can enjoy your candle without polluting the air in your home, or worrying about soot marking your clean walls.
Not only is soy better for your health, but it’s also gentler on the planet. Growing soybeans requires fewer resources than extracting fossil fuels, and soy wax is biodegradable, making it a truly sustainable choice from start to finish.
Environmental Impact
If sustainability is important to you, like it is to us, wax type matters.
Soy Wax is biodegradable and is made from a renewable crop, soybeans. Its production has a much smaller environmental footprint compared to petroleum-based paraffin.
Paraffin wax is cheap and widely used, but it comes at a cost, it's made from petroleum, which contributes to indoor air pollution. It also burns quite quickly, often meaning your candle will not last as long, and you won’t get a nice slow burn to appreciate and admire.
Beeswax is a more natural option, but it’s often more expensive and less eco-friendly, if not sourced ethically.
We love bees, but when it comes to sustainable, plant-based wax, soy ticks all the boxes!
Health & Air Quality
What you burn indoors affects the air you breathe. Soy Candles burn cleanly, with little to no soot, making them a great option for households with allergies or sensitivities.
Beeswax Candles are typically the most expensive, reflecting the cost and care involved in harvesting the wax.
Paraffin Candles can release potentially harmful chemicals like toluene and benzene when burned. These have been linked to respiratory issues and headaches in sensitive individuals.
Burn Time & Scent Throw
You want your candle to last and smell lovely, filling your home with a luxurious scent, right?
Soy Wax burns slowly and evenly, offering great value for money. It holds fragrance well, providing a soft, natural scent.
Beeswax burns even longer and emits a gentle, honey-like aroma even without added fragrance.
Paraffin candles burn faster and produce a stronger scent, but they tend to tunnel or leave residue and soot behind, making it harder to burn cleanly.
If any of your Adhock candles begin to tunnel, don’t worry, check out our blog here on our top tips to stop it in its tracks.
Why Adhock Loves Soy
At Adhock Homeware, we’re proud to offer a curated selection of soy candles that align with our values of sustainability, quality, and mindful living.
Our soy wax candles are not just clean-burning and eco-conscious, they’re upcycled into beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces from a range of existing bottles that would otherwise go to waste.
This means that when you buy a candle from us, you’re not just choosing a scent, you’re choosing character, creativity, and conscious living.
We repurpose materials wine bottles, to give them a second life as our unique Wine Bottle Candles.
Beautifully boxed and gift-ready, they make the perfect present, or a thoughtful treat for yourself. Available in a range of rich, mood-lifting scents, these unique candles help you light your home the sustainable way.
More Than Just a Candle
Every candle has a story, and no two are exactly the same.
If you’re seeking a calming fragrance to wind down your evening, or a stylish candle to elevate your décor, our soy candles provide a clean, long-lasting burn you can feel good about.
Simply choose the right scent to match your mood.
When you light an Adhock soy candle, you're not just filling your space with fragrance, you’re making a statement about the kind of home you want to create: thoughtful, mindful, and filled with pieces that reflect your values.
Whether you’re gifting, decorating, or indulging in a moment of calm, our soy wax candles and tea lights are a meaningful addition to any space.
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