Candles are amazing - they can set a mood, completely relax and bring the nicest ambiance to any room. But unfortunately many candles are toxic, and when you've got a few burning for hours at a time, that's not so sexy. Here's what you need to know...
* Parrafin candles, the most common form, are made from a by-product of petrol. Mmm. Lovely. They're apparently as bad for you as second-hand smoke. Ditch.
* A study in the US found that frequently lighting parrafin candles in an unventilated space could lead to health problems, including asthma, allergy-like symptoms and an irritated respiratory tract.
* Some cheap candles still use lead in their wicks. And then we burn them. And inhale. Eww. Make sure there's no wire in the middle of the wick before you buy.
* Soy candles are a better idea, but where are the soy, palm or coconut oils coming from? If the crop isn't ripping apart a country's resources, then these are definitely a good idea.
* Fragrances aren't good for you, no matter what they're called or where they're found. If you want a scented candle, find one with pure essential oils.
* Beeswax candles are the absolute best choice for your homey. They are made from a renewable resource - a by-product from honey - last up to three times longer than parrafin, twice as long as soy, they're hypo-allergenic, they clean the air (they release negative ions) and are a beauty to behold. Just make sure you only buy 100% beeswax, nothing less.
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