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

Clean, inviting fragrance

This candle was gifted to me as a house warming present and quickly became my favorite thing about my new house.

Best candles ever!!

I bought a small jar candle at a boutique shop and loved it so much, that I went to the website for more. My faves so far are evergreen & eucalyptus and vetiver & Tonka. I bought the three wick and let me tell you, you can smell it in the whole house, even my sister couldn't believe how fragrant it is. But the thing that really made me love these candles are how absolutely clean they burn, I've never seen candles burn so clean. I'm in love.

Love the brand, but not a fan of this scent

I bought this in the hopes of having a more grapefruit forward scent, but this is too floral and just one I don't enjoy. It's kind of the bummer about buying candles online, you really can't tell from the names and notes if it will mesh with your preferences. I'm sure i can return, but it's such a hassle so I'll probably give to a friend. Will definitely stick to my tried and true favorites from Calyan, and not purchase without smelling in person first...

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our Grapefruit + Flora! We're sorry to hear that the scent wasn't what you were hoping for. We completely understand how frustrating it can be when scents don't align with our preferences. We appreciate your feedback! Thank you for your loyalty to Calyan and we hope you continue to enjoy our other scents. Have a great day!

- Dawson

Perfect for summer

Bought this to have on hand once the summer months arrive. Love this scent, it's an immediate beachy vibe.

Thank you for your review! Pineapple + Coconut is the perfect scent for those summer months!

Love this scent

I'm a big fan of this candle. Love the darker glass and the fact that there is a lid for after the candle is snuffed out. The scent is wonderful; fresh and clean. Highly recommend!

Thank you for your review! We're thrilled to hear that you love the Seaside + Citrus Matte! Also glad you are enjoying the lids! We hope you continue to enjoy the fresh and clean scent. Thank you for recommendation!

My Favorite Scent

In November of 2023, I began using Calyan Wax Company's amber jar candles every day in my office. I respect their purity, love their presentation and respect their mission.

At this point I've tried a few scents. Rose & Peony is my very favorite. Thank you, Calyan Wax, for bringing light to a dark world. We are grateful and happy to support your mission to stop human trafficking!

Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience with our Rose + Peony! It has been a hit! We are thrilled to hear that it has become your favorite scent and that you are part of our mission. We are grateful for your support in our efforts to end human trafficking!

Unsure

Not great. Not horrible. it kind of smells like a department store, a pleasing one at that. Yet still a department store. Would not but again

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on our Cedar + Tobacco! We really appreiate the time taken. We're sorry to hear that the scent was not to your liking. We strive to create unique and enjoyable scents, but we understand that fragrance preferences can vary. Thank you for giving our tumbler a try, and we hope you will consider trying some of our other scents in the future!