1️⃣ What Is Soy Wax & Why Should You Clairely Care?
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You’ve probably seen “soy wax” written on every candle and wax melt I sell. But what actually is soy wax, and why should you give a shite?
Well, if you care about clean air, longer burn times, proper fragrance, and not coating your lungs in black soot — then you’ll want to know exactly what’s going into the wax you’re lighting in your home.
🌱 First off — What is Soy Wax?
Soy wax is made from soybeans — yes, the same ones that go into soy milk, soy sauce, and whatever vegans do with tofu. But don’t worry — it doesn’t smell like dinner.
The soybeans are harvested, cracked, de-hulled, and rolled into flakes. Those flakes are processed into oil, hydrogenated, and turned into a silky, smooth wax that melts evenly, holds scent beautifully, and doesn’t release nasties into the air.
Magic? No.
Science? Yes.
Better than petrol-based wax? Clairely.
🔥 Why Soy Wax Is Better (and Paraffin Is the Devil)
You know those cheap candles you pick up in discount shops that burn in an hour, smell like toilet cleaner, and leave black muck on the wall? That’s paraffin wax.
Here’s a little comparison for the wax snobs among us:
| Feature | Soy Wax | Paraffin Wax |
|---|---|---|
| Burn time | Slow and steady | Quick and dirty |
| Soot/smoke | Very low | Leaves black marks (and lungs) |
| Scent throw | Clean and natural | Synthetic and overpowering |
| Eco impact | Plant-based, renewable | Petroleum-based (ew) |
| Health impact | Non-toxic | Can release harmful chemicals |
In short: soy wax gives you the glow without the guilt. It's vegan-friendly, biodegradable, and far less likely to make your house smell like a mechanic's waiting room.
🕯 Why I Use Soy Wax in Everything
Every wax melt bar and candle you get from ClairelyYours is made with 100% soy wax. No blends. No dodgy mixes. No cutting it with weird paraffin-laced fillers to save a few cents.
Why?
Because I actually care what’s going into your home.
You’re burning this around your pets, your kids, your mam, your wine — you don’t want anything in there that could knock out a horse. Soy wax burns cleaner, lasts longer, and gives a better scent without feeling like you're being punched in the nose.
Also? It looks nicer when it melts. No weird pits or black rings. Just smooth, creamy puddles of gorgeous scent.
💬 Final Thoughts
Soy wax might not sound very exciting — but when it means cleaner air, longer-lasting products, and a better experience for you and your home, it’s Clairely worth shouting about.
If you’ve been wondering whether there’s actually a difference, there is.
And once you switch to soy, there’s no going back to the mucky stuff.