Reading a candle label without being misled
Notes from the counter at The Candle Shop in Chester, NY. Burn hours are measured under controlled conditions with a trimmed wick and no draught. Real world burn time is usually a little shorter,
Why beeswax candles cost more, and when it is worth it
Notes from the counter at The Candle Shop in Chester, NY. Beeswax is a by-product of honey production and the supply is limited by how many hives exist, not by how much anyone wants
Soy, beeswax or paraffin: what actually changes when you burn it
Notes from the counter at The Candle Shop in Chester, NY. Paraffin is a petroleum by-product, holds fragrance strongly and burns bright. Soy is a vegetable wax that burns cooler and slower. Beeswax is