Why You Should Make the Switch to 100% Soy Wax Candles

by The Calyan Team June 24, 2021

Calyan Wax Co. proudly uses 100% soy wax to make all of our candles. We do not use any paraffin, animal products, wax additives or dyes.

seaside citrus glass tumbler soy candle calyan wax co

"WHAT'S THE BIG DEAL?"

We're sure you've been hearing about soy wax for quite some time now. You've heard it's a natural and toxic-free alternative to other candle waxes out there.

But what's the big deal? Why is soy considered better other than waxes such as paraffin? Is soy wax safe to burn? Why should you burn soy candles as opposed to other types of candles?

We're so glad you asked! We would love to clear the air when it comes to soy wax candles. We hope you learn why we love soy and think it is the best and safest wax option for candles today.

Filling up our melter with creamy 100% soy wax

SOY WAX IS NATURAL

Let's first talk about all the waxes that are used in candle making. Common waxes used for candle making include soy wax, paraffin wax, bees wax, coconut wax, palm wax, and apricot wax(what?). We're only going to focus on soy and paraffin wax for now. These two are the most popular waxes for candles.

Soy wax comes in soft flakes like the picture above

Paraffin wax comes in hard blocks like the picture above

Paraffin wax (the most common wax used for candle making) is a byproduct of the oil refining process and therefore is not natural. Paraffin is made by removing the waxy substance from crude oil. This is not a renewable source because this process could not happen without the oil refining industry.

Soy wax is a natural source since it comes from soybean plants. Soybean plants obviously come from the ground and therefore this is a much more renewable source for candle making ingredients. This is one of the many reasons we love using 100% soy wax in our candles.

Soy wax mixed with paraffin wax (also called a wax blend) comes in blocks like the picture

When we say we use "100% soy wax", this means that we do not mix our wax with any other waxes. When candle companies mix soy wax with other types of wax, including paraffin wax, it is called a soy blend or a soy-based candle. Sometimes they will even just say "soy candle" even when there is paraffin mixed in. Calyan's wax is not mixed with any other waxes and therefore is 100% plant-derived and natural.

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SOY IS GROWN IN AMERICA

All of the soy wax we use in our candles comes from American farms and is manufactured here in the states! We are proud to support American farmers and use a wax that comes from our own "backyard". On top of this, we make all the candles ourselves! Skip overseas manufactured candles and stick to handcrafted, US-made, soy candles.

A field in America producing beautiful soybeans.

SOY WAX CANDLES LAST LONGER

Soy wax has a lower melting temperature than paraffin wax and therefore burns longer than most other candle waxes. Many factors can affect your "candle life" such as height and width of the candle and the length of the wick. For some tips on how to get the most out of your soy candles, visit our Candle Care Tips.

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SOY HAS A GENTLE FRAGRANCE THROW

"Fragrance throw" is how we refer to the potency of the scent when the candle is burning. It can also be called "hot throw". Soy wax is loved for its gentle and present fragrance throw. Paraffin can sometimes smell artificial and overpowering in a room. Soy, on the other hand, gently fills the room with a pleasant and calming scent that doesn't seem unnatural or overpowering.

SWITCH TO SOY

If you're looking for a great soy candle for yourself or a friend, check out our best-selling candles here. In addition to receiving a top-notch soy candle made here in America, you will also be supporting the healing journey of brave survivors of human trafficking in the US. 5% of all Calyan revenue is donated to our faithful partner non-profit working to bring hope and freedom to local survivors of trafficking. Join our mission and let's give hope together!

The Calyan Team recommendation > The Dignity Series Gift Collection

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Photo Credit:
Paraffin Wax - www.amazon.com
Soybean Farm photo - www.worldatlas.com

Best candles ever

I heard of Calyan Wax Co. on a Jennie Allen podcast episode a couple of years ago, and fell in love with the candles and the mission!! Favorite candles ever. They have great ingredients, don't smell too strong, and I love that they give back to a great cause. The Home + Holiday candle is so cozy!

Earth + Forager

I found the scent, Earth + Forager while in a trip at Whole Foods, and immediately upon smelling it I put it in my basket. Later I found out I can’t seem to find it outside of Whole Foods. I hope to see this when I’m there bc I LOVE it. To make it even better, it seems Calyan Wax Co supports those fighting human trafficking. I would love to continue purchasing this specific scent. 💕

Hi there,

Thank you so much for your review! We're thrilled to hear that you found our Earth + Forager scent while shopping at Whole Foods and love it as much as we do. It is actually a Whole Foods exclusive! The closest scent we have to it is our Oakmoss + Amber.
We are committed to supporting those fighting human! That is why we exist! Glad to know that our efforts are appreciated! We will definitely make sure to keep this scent stocked at Whole Foods. Thank you for your support!

- Dawson

My favorite scent

Love this one the most - repeat buyer

Thank you for your review! We are so happy to hear that our Vetiver + Tonka is your favorite scent. It's a shop favorite as well! We appreciate your loyalty and are grateful to have you loyal customer. Thank you for being a part of our fight against human trafficking!

Love is in the air

I still remember the shop in the seattle airport where i first smelled this scent! I was on a layover at the end of my trip and I couldn’t wait to light it when I got home 4 hours later. The first thing i did when i got home at midnight was light it! The aroma filled the room, which made my home feel more like! 10/10 recommend! I’ve found other candles I like but I always keep coming back to this one!

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review for our Oakmoss + Amber Amber Jar candle. Glad we could help make your home a little more cozy!

Only these candles…

I do not like most candles because they smell fake and are fake! These are the most delightful of all candles! I particularly like the evergreen and eucalyptus for the holidays. I always order a bunch to give as little gifts. Just delightful!

Thank you so much for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the Mini Evergreen + Eucalyptus Amber Jar. We pride ourselves on creating authentic scents that bring joy to our customers. And with 100% soy wax! We appreciate your continued support and hope to provide you with more delightful candles in the future!

So good!

I took a chance on a new scent and it’s divine! I hope you keep this scent. The container is really nice and I love the new lids!!

Thank you for taking a chance on our new Mahogany + Cashmere candle! We are so happy to hear that you love the scent and the new vessel design. We will definitely keep this scent in mind for future products. Thank you for your support!

Favorite!

This is always the scent I go for! So rich and warm. This is the only brand of candles I buy. So clean and even burning! Bonus they contribute to fighting human trafficking ❤️

Thank you for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that our Vetiver + Tonka candle is your go-to scent. It is a shop favorite here as well! We take pride in our clean and even burning candles, and we are honored to contribute to such an important cause. Thank you for supporting our mission to fight human trafficking!