Living Good Journal

Amber glass bottles of essential oils surrounded by fresh lavender, chamomile flowers, and green herbs on a wooden surface with a soft, natural background.

The Dangers of Synthetic Fragrance Oils in Candles

Many store-bought candles hide a toxic secret: synthetic fragrance oils and paraffin wax. These ingredients release harmful chemicals into your home’s air, impacting your health without you even kn...

Flat lay of multiple paraffin tealight candles in metal tins, tightly arranged on a wooden surface, showcasing their smooth, white wax appearance.

100% non-toxic candle wax

The Truth About Paraffin Candles

Discover the hidden dangers of paraffin candles and why switching to non-toxic beeswax candles can protect your air, health, and home. Learn what makes a candle safe—and what to avoid.

Amber glass bottles of plant based derivative oils placed next to fresh lavender, chamomile flowers, and green herbs on a wooden surface with a garden background.

beeswax candles

Why We Use Plant-Based Oils in Our Beeswax Candles

Clean air starts with clean ingredients. That’s why the best beeswax candles are made with 100% plant-based derivative oils—never synthetic fragrance. Learn how these natural, non-toxic oils s...

Four Yankee Candle jars arranged on an outdoor wooden table with a sunny backyard view, football, and a bucket of iced drinks in the background. Scents featured include Man Town, First Down, Riding Mower.

100% beeswax candles

Are Yankee Candles Non-Toxic?

Wondering if Yankee Candles are non-toxic or if they contain paraffin? Explore what Yankee Candles are made of, how they compare to natural options like beeswax candles, and whether they'r...