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All about vegetable wax
Among the different types of candle wax that exist on the market, we have selected vegetable wax. This wax has many qualities that we will detail in this guide. But first, let's take a quick look at the origin of this wax, which is so popular in the candle world.
Origin of vegetable wax
Historically, most candles were made from a so-called "mineral wax". Also known as "paraffin", mineral wax is derived from petroleum. Although very easy to work with and inexpensive, paraffin wax is not without health risks. Indeed, it tends to release a multitude of particles and harmful substances into the indoor air that are not really good to breathe. It is therefore to offer an alternative to this paraffin wax that vegetable waxes were born. They are derived from plants or vegetable oils and are therefore renewable and more ecological. They also have a lower melting point than mineral waxes and give off the fragrance well once the wax is melted by the candle flame. There are different types (soy, coconut, rapeseed, palm wax), which we will describe in detail.
The different types of vegetable wax
Rapeseed wax
Made from rapeseed, a plant very well known for the extraction of its oil, this vegetable wax is one of the references in the world of scented candles. It is used in particular to make original moulded candles. It is a vegetable wax, produced by hydrogenating rapeseed oil and then hardening it.
Coconut wax
Coconut wax is derived from the coconut, which also makes it a sustainable and environmentally friendly wax. However, it is much more expensive than other waxes, which is why it is not as widely used as soy, palm or rapeseed wax.
Soy wax
Finally, discover soy wax: a 100% vegetable wax with multiple qualities. Made from soya, this wax has the advantage of being eco-responsible and of restoring the fragrances well (a very important criterion for us). We use this wax for our scented candles, but also for our Apothicary candles with essential oils. Each candle is poured into a designer glass jar that will look great in your home, creating a lovely warm and cosy atmosphere for your home by the light of a candle.
Why choose vegetable wax?
At La Belle Mèche, we have chosen to use a natural wax, 100% vegetable. Indeed, it is a wax that has many advantages:
- A 100% natural formula
- No GMOs, pesticides, etc.
- A renewable, environmentally and human friendly scented wax
- A good reproduction of scents
- A rather slow burn, which allows the decorative candle to last longer
- No toxic fumes from burning, no black smoke
As you can see, vegetable wax is good for your health and for the planet. However, you must also pay attention to the composition of the wax. Indeed, vegetable wax is sometimes combined with synthetic wax to reduce manufacturing costs.
Make sure that your natural candle is 100% natural: you can then perfume your home to create an olfactory atmosphere, without danger to your health.
Our natural candles with GMO-free soy vegetable wax
Why did we choose soy wax? Well, quite simply because it is the wax that has (for us) the best possible qualities. It is a non-GMO wax that burns very well and gives off our Grasse room fragrances perfectly. This was one of the most important criteria for us: to have a great candle that burns well and smells great. It is also a wax that works very well with essential oils: another good point, as we can also use it for our Apothicaire candles with essential oils (inspired by aromatherapy).
It is therefore a pleasant wax to burn, biodegradable and non-toxic, which reproduces well each scent we offer. A real olfactory pleasure. Our wax is then poured into transparent glass jars by our wax maker, an expert in candle making. All you have to do is light the cotton wick to melt the wax.
Now you know all the secrets of natural waxes and why we chose soy wax. So to find the perfect scent for your home, you can find all our decorative candles on our website. Will you fall for Orange Blossom, African Acacia, Papyrus Incense, Balsam Fir, Peppered Cedar, Gourmet Almond, Basil Mint, Fig Rhubarb or Rose Patchouli?
All about vegetable wax
Among the different types of candle wax that exist on the market, we have selected vegetable wax. This wax has many qualities that we will detail in this guide. But first, let's take a quick look at the origin of this wax, which is so popular in the candle world.
Origin of vegetable wax
Historically, most candles were made from a so-called "mineral wax". Also known as "paraffin", mineral wax is derived from petroleum. Although very easy to work with and inexpensive, paraffin wax is not without health risks. Indeed, it tends to release a multitude of particles and harmful substances into the indoor air that are not really good to breathe. It is therefore to offer an alternative to this paraffin wax that vegetable waxes were born. They are derived from plants or vegetable oils and are therefore renewable and more ecological. They also have a lower melting point than mineral waxes and give off the fragrance well once the wax is melted by the candle flame. There are different types (soy, coconut, rapeseed, palm wax), which we will describe in detail.
The different types of vegetable wax
Rapeseed wax
Made from rapeseed, a plant very well known for the extraction of its oil, this vegetable wax is one of the references in the world of scented candles. It is used in particular to make original moulded candles. It is a vegetable wax, produced by hydrogenating rapeseed oil and then hardening it.
Coconut wax
Coconut wax is derived from the coconut, which also makes it a sustainable and environmentally friendly wax. However, it is much more expensive than other waxes, which is why it is not as widely used as soy, palm or rapeseed wax.
Soy wax
Finally, discover soy wax: a 100% vegetable wax with multiple qualities. Made from soya, this wax has the advantage of being eco-responsible and of restoring the fragrances well (a very important criterion for us). We use this wax for our scented candles, but also for our Apothicary candles with essential oils. Each candle is poured into a designer glass jar that will look great in your home, creating a lovely warm and cosy atmosphere for your home by the light of a candle.
Why choose vegetable wax?
At La Belle Mèche, we have chosen to use a natural wax, 100% vegetable. Indeed, it is a wax that has many advantages:
- A 100% natural formula
- No GMOs, pesticides, etc.
- A renewable, environmentally and human friendly scented wax
- A good reproduction of scents
- A rather slow burn, which allows the decorative candle to last longer
- No toxic fumes from burning, no black smoke
As you can see, vegetable wax is good for your health and for the planet. However, you must also pay attention to the composition of the wax. Indeed, vegetable wax is sometimes combined with synthetic wax to reduce manufacturing costs.
Make sure that your natural candle is 100% natural: you can then perfume your home to create an olfactory atmosphere, without danger to your health.
Our natural candles with GMO-free soy vegetable wax
Why did we choose soy wax? Well, quite simply because it is the wax that has (for us) the best possible qualities. It is a non-GMO wax that burns very well and gives off our Grasse room fragrances perfectly. This was one of the most important criteria for us: to have a great candle that burns well and smells great. It is also a wax that works very well with essential oils: another good point, as we can also use it for our Apothicaire candles with essential oils (inspired by aromatherapy).
It is therefore a pleasant wax to burn, biodegradable and non-toxic, which reproduces well each scent we offer. A real olfactory pleasure. Our wax is then poured into transparent glass jars by our wax maker, an expert in candle making. All you have to do is light the cotton wick to melt the wax.
Now you know all the secrets of natural waxes and why we chose soy wax. So to find the perfect scent for your home, you can find all our decorative candles on our website. Will you fall for Orange Blossom, African Acacia, Papyrus Incense, Balsam Fir, Peppered Cedar, Gourmet Almond, Basil Mint, Fig Rhubarb or Rose Patchouli?
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