#1. Wax Melts are flame-free
It is estimated that the National Fire Protection Association estimated that between 2014 and 2018, candles that caught fire have caused an estimated $278million in direct property destruction. Candles with decorative designs are adorable but the open flame can be a danger of catching other things on fire via mistake. Candles require a flame however, warmers for wax melts require electricity. The wax melts, tarts or cubes are heated with an electric melt warmer, which usually has one small light bulb or a built-in ceramic heater, which is placed within the warmers. The built-in heater provides sufficient to heat the melts or tarts that release their scent within 5-10 minutes!
#2. Wax Melts may have more burn time than candles
Numerous factors can impact the burn time average of candles and the time to burn of melts. The kind of wax, the quantity of perfume oil used, the flash point, and the size of the melt or candle can all influence the duration of burn. However, some prefer candles over wax melts because of their burning time. In general, the burn time of a 16 oz candle jars is estimated to range between 60 and 84 hours. By dividing the maximum anticipated duration of burn (84 hours) by the quantity of ounces (16 oz) this breaks down to approximately 5 hours burned per 1 ounce. If you look at the 8 Oz. container of Wax Melts that average around 225 hours of burn time per 8 oz., that is just 28 hours burned per 1 ounce.
#3. Wax Melts are less expensive than candles
With wax melts , you’ll have almost five times burning time for each ounce you would with a standard candle (see the image above). The typical candle ranges from $18.00 to $20.00 however, it can easily cost up to $50.00 depending on the brand fragrance, scent, as well as the formula. In addition, the price of wax melts could range between $5.00 up to $25.00 dependent on the quantity bought at one time.
If you take the average price of candles ($20.00) times the typical burned duration (60 hours) it means you’re paying $0.33 per one hour that you burn using the typical candle. Applying the same equation to melting wax the cost of a bag ($15.00) for a bag, divided by the average burning length (225 hours) is $0.06 for each one hour that burns. This shows that by using melts of wax, you can reduce your expenses by more than 5 times the price!
#4. Paraffin Candles May Contain Benzene
A lot of the major candle brands manufacture their candles using paraffin. Paraffin wax is widely employed to create candles since it is typically less expensive to make than soy wax. However, since paraffin wax is made from petroleum and petroleum, there has been a lot of controversy over the health and safety of this particular wax. In 2009, a research conducted by South Carolina State University found that burning paraffin can emit the chemical benzene. If you’re not familiar with the potential dangers of exposure to benzene it is important to know that the American Cancer Society classifies benzene as a carcinogen. This is an ingredient that can cause development of cancer.
A lot of wax melting companies have opted to use soy wax in place of. It is derived from soybeans soy bean, soy wax is a plant-based wax that’s a superior choice to traditional paraffin wax which is made from petroleum oil. It creates harmful byproducts when it’s burnt or melted.
However, there still are a few wax melting businesses that aren’t yet made the transition from paraffin to soybean wax. It is recommended that you check the ingredients list prior to purchasing!
#5. Wax Melts Are more convenient than Candles
Wax melts and warmers are usually permitted to be employed in apartments, offices dorms, and other locations where candles are prohibited because of their flame. Also, wax melting is highly loved among parents cautious about the children being exposed to an open flame.
They’re handy, as they don’t require matches or lighters and the melts themselves are lightweight and typically come in a sealed container or bag for storage. They are available in cubes, squares, and various other forms, making them simple to cut apart and carry. If you want your home to be smelling amazing for long durations put a wax melt into the warmer that melts wax and put it away! The duration of a wax melt can range between 8 hours and two days!
#6. Control Your Scent using Wax Melts
It is easy to control the intensity of your fragrance by using wax melts since they are small in size and shapes that you are able to separate or even add more according to the sensitivity of your scent. Be sure that the total amount of pieces is not greater than 1 oz or else you risk overflowing your warm wax.
#7. Wax Melts may contain more Fragrance Loads Than Candles
One of the most frequent questions customers ask is “Are wax melts better over candles?” This is what prompted us to conduct an in-house study to compare the typical fragrance weight of a candle vs. the typical fragrance amount of melts made from wax. Most candles contain an oil-to-wax ratio that is 1 Oz. scent oil for 16 Oz. in wax for each container fragrance oil to 16 Oz. of wax, which is approximately 10 percent fragrance load. We conducted an in-house research study of average wax melts’ fragrance oil levels We found that a lot of melts of wax could contain upwards of 11-12 percent fragrance load!
#8. Wax Melts don’t cause soot
If you’re using candles that smell of candles, make certain to be aware of the soot they let out and its effect on the air you breathe. In time, candles may cause discoloration of the curtains and walls, and may stain the edges of your furniture. There are also health issues related to smoking soot. It can trigger asthma, bronchitis and respiratory conditions, leading to breathing problems and shortness of breath. When the soot is absorbed into the bloodstream, it could be a trigger for heart attack, stroke as well as cancer.
#9. Wax Melts Might be Better for the Earth!
Did you consider that glass is one of the most durable man-made substances? According to the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services estimates that it will take the glass bottle one million years to break down! If you spend at minimum one 16-oz candle per month, over the course of one year, you could contribute more than 12 lbs. of trash to the national landfills, and that’s just for candle jars! Up to 28 , billion containers of glass are dumped into our country’s waste dumps every year. Many experts believe that the glass waste will continue to be discarded for a long time. The first step towards reducing glass waste in our country’s landfills is to cut down on the amount of glass we purchase beyond what is actually required. Warmers made of wax are very sturdy, with one melt warmer lasting between 4 and 6 years when properly maintained. If you choose to use warmers made of wax, instead of candle jars, then you’ll aid in reducing the environmental impact 48 pounds of trash! That’s amazing!
#10. Wax Melting Is Fun!
The benefit of using wax melts instead of candles is the ability to mix your melts of wax either cubes, tarts, or cubes to create custom scents. To achieve this, ensure that the dimensions of the melts you cut off are similar (or size based on the scent you prefer more intense) Simply place them into your warm wax simultaneously. Once the melts melt they will mix the two scents. You can also choose to use wax melts specifically designed to mix!
