Premium Soy Wax - Our Hero Candle Ingredient
Everything we do at House of Cassidy is underpinned by our two biggest values - elevating indoor atmospheres through scent, and caring for the planet. Every soy wax scented candle we make here in our family home is the result of years spent honing our recipes and techniques through learning and practice.
Quality can’t be rushed, so we have built lasting relationships with carefully chosen soy wax suppliers who share our values. These local growers and producers have the same passion for what they do, as we have for our candle-making craft.
Soy Wax - A Renewable Resource
All the organic soy wax we use for our candles is sourced from small-scale farmers here in the UK. Soy wax is produced by extracting oil from soybeans, using methods that have a low carbon footprint. The crop is relatively easy to harvest and re-grow again and again, meaning they don’t take anything from the soil.
As well as being a fantastic sustainable resource, soybean farming offers better economic opportunities for local farmers, particularly as demand for healthier and more eco-friendly alternatives to paraffin wax increases.
Plus, soy wax is biodegradable, and doesn’t release greenhouse gases when burned, unlike paraffin and other synthetic candle ingredients, which release harmful gases into the atmosphere, as well as irritants that can negatively affect our lungs over time.
The Health Advantage
Paraffin wax and other petroleum-based synthetic ingredients often used in scented candles contains chemicals such as Benzene and Naphthalene into the air, which can cause harm to our lungs, irritating our noses and throats - not great news for those of us with sensitivities and allergies. While these can cause short term irritation, prolonged use can be detrimental to our long term health - leading to issues such as headaches, and more permanent respiratory problems.
The great news about the organic soy wax in House of Cassidy candles is that they are completely free of toxins, irritants and pollutants. Plant based wax has a clean burn, ensuring that your indoor atmosphere stays pure and clean. This is far better for your health, meaning that if you experience allergies, you can still enjoy a luxury candle experience without compromising your health or wellbeing.
With our wide variety of unique scents, you are certainly not limited for choice! Take a look at our beautifully scented collections here.
A Better Candle Experience
Many organic and alternative products can result in a less enjoyable experience than their synthetic counterparts. However, soy wax candles offer a far higher quality burning experience than paraffin or petroleum based candles.
Soy wax can burn up to 50% longer than paraffin, meaning you get to re-create your favourite moments many more times. A cleaner burn means you won’t get unsightly soot left behind, so your candle looks as good as it smells.
They burn more evenly, meaning your candle won’t tunnel. This is thanks to a lower melting point. Alongside a more aesthetically pleasing candle, you will enjoy a fragrance that is more consistent, and spreads further, and more evenly throughout the room.
