Luxury or not, most scents have secrets.

Paraffin wax = hidden toxins a petroleum byproduct that releases benzene, toluene, and ultrafine particles—linked to cancer, asthma, and indoor air pollution. Found in most candles, even luxury ones.

“Soy blend” doesn’t mean clean many brands add just enough soy to market it as “clean”—but it’s still mostly paraffin.

Cheap fragrance oils = hidden petrochemicals (read headaches) most mass-market scented candles contain phthalates, petroleum-based musks, and solvents that linger long after the flame is out.

Candle waste adds up.

35 million candle jars are tossed every year—only 8% are actually recycled. The rest pile up in landfills.

Paraffin wax = petroleum waste paraffin is not biodegradable, meaning it breaks down slowly and releases harmful byproducts long after that half-burned candle is tossed.

Why it matters? These throwaway candles sit in overflowing landfills, leaching toxins into soil and water for thousands of years—all for something that lasts you just a few weeks.