Natural soy candles burn cleaner than candles that are made from paraffin wax. They emit less soot into the air and are considered more eco friendly. They burn for a long time and have become the most popular candle of choice for those who wish to have a more eco friendly home.

You can purchase natural soy candles at a variety of different places. They look just like regular candles and come in all sorts of shapes, scents and sizes. You can even make these candles yourself using soy products in place of wax. The same things that you can do with wax candles you can do with natural soy candles.

If, for example, you want to add scent or color to a soy candle, you can do so. Some people are using these types of candles in place of older candles for aromatherapy, which is an ancient healing art that uses scent that is inhaled to heal parts of your body.

About the only difference that you will notice with the natural soy candles over traditional candles is that they will burn cleaner. This means that you will not see dark black smoke coming from the candle nor will you see a residue build up on the wick. The soot that is emitted from regular candles is not emitted from natural soy candles and this is something that you can observe on your own.

The price for these candles versus paraffin wax candles is about the same. Many candle companies that traditionally only sold paraffin wax candles are now selling natural soy candles as they are in more demand than ever.

Every thing that you do to save the earth helps, even if it is a small thing like switch from paraffin candles to natural soy candles. Imagine if everyone did just one thing to try to help the depleted ozone layer - the world would be a better place.

The next time you are purchasing candles for your home, try natural soy candles. You will see that the scent is still pleasant and the colors are the same. The same essential oils and dyes that are used in wax candles can be used in natural soy candles. The only difference is that the natural soy candles will burn much brighter and you will not see so much black smoke.

You can find natural soy candles in most places where you can buy candles or you can make them. They come in jars, tea lights, and even pillars. You should try purchasing them online if you want to get a good deal. As many people make natural soy candles, experiment with different types until you find one that you like. Generally speaking, you will most likely enjoy burning these candles better than burning regular wax candles as they last longer and burn much cleaner. You will not see all of the soot around the candle nor will it be in the air when you are using natural soy candles.