Why Go Soy Veggie??

OK, so what's a Gourmet Vegetable Wax Candle?

Gourmet vegetable candles are clean-burning candles with practically no sooty residue.  Because they are made from all natural veggie wax, they have a low melting point which means they burn cool. Our gourmet soy candles are triple-scented and double-wicked!  This allows their long lasting, pleasant aromas to quickly scent the air. These candles are made from a renewable resource -- our world's farmers, using no petroleum-based paraffin!  These candles are currently available in over 100 wonderful scents with more coming every month.

Q: What is paraffin wax?
A: Paraffin wax is a by-product of petroleum.

Q: What is the benefit of soy veggie wax candles?
A: Vegetable candles have the potential to be another significant market for our world's farmers. When vegetable wax candles represent just 10% of the existing candle market it will require an additional 55 million pounds of recycled plant and vegetable matter that makes up a vegetable wax candle!  This makes our Gourmet earth-friendly candle an all-natural product we can be proud to own and proud to sell!

Q: How do I know if the candle I burn is paraffin?
A: Check the label... if it doesn't say "Veg Wax," it's most likely made from paraffin. Second, the wax looks different. Paraffin is a more transparent wax, and usually has dark discolorations. Vegetable wax is more opaque and may have a crystalline pattern or "bands" of color shades throughout the candle.

Q: What else should I know about soy vegetable wax?
A: Veggie wax is toxin-free, which means our candles won't emit fumes and soot. Our candles are also safer for many asthma sufferers (your results may vary). Veggie wax burns slower and offers a longer lasting candle. Plus, our wax is easy to clean up... just use soap and warm water!