With the holidays around the corner, you may be stocking up on attractive and fragrant candles to enjoy at home. However, candles aren’t just for special occasions, and the right choice will have you reaching for the matches whenever you want an intimate or cozy setting. Beeswax candles are among the most popular options. Here’s a closer look at why they should be a feature in your home all year long.

What Makes Beeswax Candles Unique?

1. Totally Pure 

Unlike candles made with synthetic ingredients, beeswax candles are 100% pure. Naturally, beeswax is one of the densest waxes with the highest melting point, so there’s no need to enhance it with additives, chemicals, or hardeners. The process involves sourcing wax straight from a beehive, melting it to remove particles so that it will burn nicely, and pouring it into a candle mold. 

2. Naturally Fragrant 

Wax candles are normally scented with artificial liquid fragrances. Beeswax candles don’t require added fragrances because they have a sweet smell of their own. Sometimes, the beeswax will take on the scent of what the bees brought into their hives, so it’s possible to get slight scent variations from berries, herbs, wildflowers, and other natural items. On its own, beeswax has a subtle honey scent. 

3. Long-Lasting 

Since beeswax is one of the densest waxes available, beeswax candles burn longer, brighter, and stronger than the alternatives. The wax has a high melting point at 149 degrees Fahrenheit, so it puts off an especially bright flame. These candles also don’t drip, so you won’t end up with a waxy mess to clean up. 

4. Air-Purifying 

Beeswax has unique air-purifying qualities. These candles put off negative ions, which bond with particulates in the air. The bonding process causes these particles to drop to the ground where they can’t be inhaled or swallowed. Because of its purifying features, beeswax is usually a safe choice for people with asthma, allergies, and other respiratory concerns. 

 

To enjoy homemade beeswax candles, turn to the local beekeepers at Register Family Farm in Freeport, FL. They offer pure Tupelo honey, a variety of beeswax products, and gift baskets. All their products are made naturally on their farm. View their items online or speak with a friendly team member at (850) 392-7404.