With the improvement of people’s quality of life, the use of candles is no longer limited to lighting. More and more people are falling in love with scented candles and believe that they are a reflection of exquisite life. And making your own aromatherapy candle by hand has also been loved by many people who enjoy making their own crafts. So what is the best raw material for making aromatherapy candles?

Currently, most of us use soy wax or coconut wax as two materials to make aromatherapy candles. Customers often ask us about the pros and cons of each of these two raw materials.

The definition of coconut wax and soy wax:

Coconut wax is a natural plant wax extracted from mature coconut oil. It is a byproduct of the coconut industry and is considered a sustainable and ecological alternative to other types of wax. Coconut wax is famous for its creamy texture, clean burning, and ability to maintain aroma.

Soy wax is a natural plant wax based on soybeans. It is a renewable resource and a sustainable alternative to traditional paraffin, which comes from petroleum. Soybean wax is biodegradable, non-toxic, and does not produce harmful smoke when burned. It is a popular choice for making candles because it is easy to handle, has a low melting point, and has a longer burning time than traditional paraffin. In addition, soybean wax can effectively preserve aromatic oils and produce a strong aroma. Due to its environmental characteristics, soybean wax is often used as a substitute for other types of wax, such as beeswax or palm wax.

Coconut Wax vs. Soy Wax

Soy wax has been the preferred wax for candle manufacturers for many years due to its natural source and environmental characteristics. However, coconut wax has several advantages, making it a better choice for making candles.

Best fragrance: Coconut wax has a stronger fragrance than soybean wax, which means it can better preserve and release fragrance. This is because coconut wax has a lower melting point and contains more oil than soybean wax, making it more effective in retaining aromatic oils.

Longer burning time: Coconut wax burns slower than soybean wax, which means that coconut wax candles have a longer lifespan than soybean wax candles.

Cleaner combustion: Coconut wax produces less smoke than soybean wax, burns cleaner, and has less black residue on the side of the candle jar.

Sustainability and environmental protection: Coconut wax is a byproduct of the coconut industry, which means it is a sustainable and environmentally friendly choice. In addition, coconut wax is biodegradable and more environmentally friendly than soybean wax.

Smooth texture: Coconut wax has a creamy and smooth texture, which is very suitable for forming a smooth and even surface on the surface of candles.

No pesticides or herbicides: Unlike soybean wax, coconut wax is a natural organic product that does not contain harmful chemicals. Soybean wax is usually made from genetically modified soybeans sprayed with insecticides and herbicides.

One thing need to be noticed：

In summary, coconut wax is a better alternative to soybean wax for making candles, as it has excellent fragrance, longer burning time, cleaner combustion, sustainability, smooth texture, and no harmful chemicals. As consumers become increasingly aware of the environmental impact of the products they purchase, coconut wax provides a sustainable and environmentally friendly choice for those who wish to enjoy the benefits of natural candles without affecting quality or performance. However, due to the limitations of using coconut wax for candles and the fact that the price is often much higher than that of Soy wax, more people choose Soy wax.