Paraffin wax seems less pricier and cheap and they look nice right? But did you know there are many health hazards associated with paraffin wax? Paraffin wax can be dangerous if it's burned or used in wax therapy.
Here are the top dangers:
1. Air pollution
Paraffin wax emissions can pollute the air and may increase the risk of lung disease, asthma, and cancer.
2. Indoor pollutants
Burning paraffin wax candles can release pollutants like formaldehyde, volatile organic compounds, and carbon dioxide.
3. Chemicals
Scented paraffin wax candles can release chemicals like toluene, benzopyrene, and benzene derivatives.
4. Smoke inhalation
Inhaling smoke from burning candles can be harmful, regardless of the type of wax.
5. Using paraffin wax in wax therapy
Heat rash: Paraffin wax can cause heat rash, which is a skin condition that results in small, itchy red bumps.
Eye contact: You should avoid getting paraffin wax in your eyes.
To burn candles safely, you can:
1.Avoid inhaling smoke directly
2. Burning paraffin wax
3. Only use candles in ventilated spaces4.Keep burning candles in view
5. Extinguish candles before going to bed or leaving the area
And also choose soy candles. Thyre not only safer for the environment. They are made from natural farm grown products, are biodegradable and release 90% less soot and less toxic than paraffin wax. Yes they are pricier, but it's worth the price when you consider that there's less health hazards than paraffin candles.
Hope these tips are valuable to you and remember always safety over price!
Grab your candles today for instant relaxation and ignite the spark within you!
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