Soy candles: natural, handmade, Polish [ranking 2024].

Contrary to what you may think, the soy candles available on the market differ in more than just scent. When looking for the right candle for you, also pay attention to the type of wick and burning time. 

Below you will find a ranking of the best soy candles divided into several fragrance categories. All are made with the highest quality ingredients, efficient and will allow for dozens of hours of relaxation.

See also:

• Scented candles
• Scented diffuser
• Air purifier

Soy candles - ranking the best products

In preparing the ranking of soy candles, we took into account certain criteria:

• burning time,
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• fragrance,
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• type of wick,
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• design of packaging,
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• price,
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Below you will find five fragrance categories, with four or five of the best soy candles in each category. In total, you can choose from up to 23 products.

Fruit scented soy candles

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Milkhouse Candle Co. Creamery Passionfruit Lime

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Citrus and exotic scented candle with a modern design.

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Product description:

• Scent type:citrusy, exotic.
• Scent type:citrusy, exotic.
• Wick: cotton.
• Cotton wick: cotton.
• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: glass.
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• Burning time:70-110 hours.
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Why it is worthwhile:

A soy candle combining the beautiful scents of pear, lime, strawberry, nectarine and flesh mint. We liked the very elegant design of the jar.

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The product is a combination of soy wax and honey wax.

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Smells Like Spells Major Arcana The Devil

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A soy scented candle with an exotic-fruit aroma and a neutral appearance.

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Product description:

• Scent type:fruity.
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• Wick: cotton.
• Cotton wick: cotton.
• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: glass.
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• Burning time:40-70 hours.
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Why it's worth it:

Exotic and fruity notes combined with cinnamon aromas guarantee an intense and very pleasant fragrance. This is a natural soy candle with a versatile design. The simple design makes the accessory fit into most interiors.

Please note:

The burning time is not the longest - it is approximately 40 hours.

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GLADE Merry Berry & Wine

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Christmas fragrance

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A homemade scented candle with a festive fragrance combining fruity and spicy aromas.

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Product description:

• Scent type:fruity.
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• Wick: cotton.
• Cotton wick: cotton.
• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: glass.
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• Burning time:35-60 hours.
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Why it's worth it:

A Christmas soy candle that will provide us with a combination of spicy aroma and fruity notes. It is a very good gift idea, not only for Christmas.

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Paddywax Holiday Winter Lotion

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Two wicks

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A soy candle with a spicy-fruity fragrance in a stylish metal box.

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Product description:

• Scent type:fruity, herbal, spicy.
• Scent type:fruity, herbal, spicy.
• Wick: cotton wick.
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• Number of wicks: 2.
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• Packaging: metal.
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• Burning time:20-40 hours.
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Why it's worth it:

A soy scented candle with a spicy and fruity fragrance enclosed in a metal box with an interesting painting. This is a very good gift idea. After burning, the box can be used as a decoration. 

The Paddywax soy candle contains two wicks.

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This is a candle that consists of soy wax, however there are other types of wax in the composition (the manufacturer does not specify which).

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Natural Bali soy candle - MintLove

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Polish handmade scented candle with a fruity-tropical fragrance.

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Product description:

• Scent type:fruity, tropical.
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• Wick: cotton.
• Cotton wick: cotton.
• Number of wicks: 2.
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• Packaging: glass.
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• Burning time:70 hours.
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Why it's worth it:

Handmade, Polish scented candle with aromas of lemon, tropical lily and dewy grass. The product is completely natural. The wick is made from organic cotton.

Floral scented soy candles

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Woodwick Coastal Sunset

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Woodwick soy wick

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A soy candle with a wooden wick that will transport you with your imagination to an esoteric island. The product combines the scent of delicate coconut, sea breeze and flowers.

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Product description:

• Scent type:sweet, floral.
• Scent type:sweet, floral.
• Wick: wooden.
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• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: glass.
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• Burning time:80-100 hours.
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The Woodwick scented candle will transport you to a paradise island. The room will be filled with the scent of sea breeze, flowers and delicate coconut.

Why it's worth it:

This is a soy candle with a wooden wick, so as it burns you will hear soft, very pleasant noises that are reminiscent of a burning home fireplace.

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Souletto Floramania Scented Candle

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Elegant soy candle with the delicate fragrance of a flowering meadow.

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Product description:

• Scent type:sweet, floral.
• Scent type:sweet, floral.
• Wick: wooden.
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• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: glass.
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• Burning time:25-55 hours.
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Soy candles emitting the scent of a flowering meadow. After lighting it, you will smell a very delicate but distinct aroma of flowers with a fruity note.

Why it's worth it:

We appreciate the subdued and elegant design.

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Vila Hermanos Apothecary Cobalt Blue Tuberose & Magnolia Tree

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Soy candle with a floral aroma. Apart from it, the aroma of coconut is also perceptible.

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Product description:

• Scent type:floral.
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• Wick: cotton.
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• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: glass.
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• Burning time:25-45 hours.
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Fantastic soy scented candle for lovers of floral aromas. The product combines the scent of white flowers, cloves, coconut, orange, as well as vanilla. 

Why it is worth it:

The aroma is well perceptible, but not too strong.

Please note:

In addition to the floral notes, this candle also gives off the scent of incense. If you don't like this aroma, choose a different produtct.

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Smells Like Spells Norse Magic Freya

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Talight candles

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Set of soy scented tealight candles with floral fragrance.

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Product description:

• Scent type:floral.
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• Wick: cotton.
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• Number of wicks: 5 × 1.
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• Packaging: metal.
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• Burning time:5 hours.
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Set of soy tealight candles creating a composition that includes rose, verbena and jasmine.

Why it's worth it:

The soy candle set is made from 100% organic soy wax. The package includes instructions for performing a meditation or affirmation ritual. These are handmade soy candles - the product is handmade.

Scented candles

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Souletto Lovely Time Green Tea & Lemon

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Captivating design

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Soy candle in the form of a carousel. The product has a citrusy, fresh fragrance.

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Product description:

• Scent type:citrusy, fresh.
• Scent type:citrusy, fresh.
• Wick: cotton.
• Cotton wick: cotton.
• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: metal, glass.
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• Burning time:10-20 hours.
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A soy scented candle with a carousel design. It is a very good idea for a Christmas or birthday present.

Why it is worth it:

The carousel, which can spin above the flame, adds a lot of charm to the candle. And the fragrance does not detract from its appearance at all. Strong citrus aromas, will effectively refresh any room.

Please note:

The burning time of the candle is only a dozen hours. The construction is very fragile, so we advise against buying such a gift for the youngest.

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Smells Like Spells Norse Magic Freya

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Wood wick

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Handmade soy candle combining the scents of rose, jasmine and verbena.

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Product description:

• Scent type:floral, fresh.
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• Wick: cotton.
• Cotton wick: cotton.
• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: glass.
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• Burning time:40 hours.
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A refreshing, floral scented candle that will take you on a journey to the Nordic countryside. 

Why it's worth it:

Scented candle handmade - is handmade, with natural ingredients. The combination of rose, jasmine and verbena is great, and the simple design of the candle means it will fit into most interiors. In addition, the wooden wick creates a fantastic atmosphere - the sounds of it burning will stimulate your sense of hearing.

Please note:

This is a soy-plant candle - two types of wax are used during its production.

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We Love The Planet You Love a Natural Atmosphere Arctic White

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From natural ingredients

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An ornamental soy candle produced with ingredients of organic origin. The product emits a pleasant, refreshing, powdery fragrance.

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Product description:

• Scent type:fresh, powdery.
• Scent type:fresh, powdery.
• Wick: cotton.
• Cotton wick: cotton.
• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: coconut.
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• Burning time:25-45 hours.
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The soy scented candle from We Love The Planet has a fresh, powdery scent.

Why it's worth it:

An organic soy candle made with organically sourced ingredients. We were captivated by the unusual packaging in the form of a coconut. The product is made from natural ingredients and is recyclable.

Please note:

The unusual shape of the candle may make it difficult to position.

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Kringle Candle Gingerlily & Palm

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Two wicks

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A large soy candle with a burning time of up to 150 hours. It provides us with a combination of woody, fresh and fruity aromas.

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Product description:

• Scent type:fresh, woody, fruity.
• Scent type:fresh, woody, fruity.
• Wick: cotton.
• Cotton wick: cotton.
• Number of wicks: 2.
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• Packaging: glass.
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• Burning time:110-150 hours.
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Scented candle combining woody, citrus, sweet and refreshing aromas.

Why it is worth it:

We praise the long burning time - up to 150 hours. On the plus side, there are also two wicks in the candle, making the fragrance more intense.

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This is a very large candle, so if you're not sure you'll like its scent, go for another product.

Sweet scented soy candles

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Milkhouse Candle Co. Creamery Pure Vanilla

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Vanilla, natural soy scented candle with a simple design.

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Product description:

• Scent type:sweet.
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• Wick: cotton.
• Cotton wick: cotton.
• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: glass.
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• Burning time:30-40 hours.
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Natural soy scented candle with a pleasant vanilla aroma.

Why it's worth it:

The product is free of dyes or paraffin. It also has the advantage of a very simple design. It will appeal to most people and will fit into almost any interior.

Product free of dyes or paraffin.

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Other than the strong scent of vanilla, the soy candle from Milkhouse will not provide us with many other aromas - to some the scent may seem bland and unsophisticated.

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Paddywax Apothecary Tobacco & Patchouli

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Scented candle with a sweet and woody aroma.

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Product description:

• Scent type:sweet, woody.
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• Wick: cotton.
• Cotton wick: cotton.
• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: metal.
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• Burning time:8-16 hours.
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Why it's worth it:

The scent emitted by the Paddywax scented candle is intense and long lasting. It is a sweet and woody aroma. 

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The burning time of the candle can be even less than 10 hours. But what else would you expect for this price?"

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BOSPHAERA Soy Candle - Raspberry Delight

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Soy candle with scents of juicy raspberry and sweet vanilla.

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Product description:

• Scent type:sweet, fruity.
• Scent type:sweet, fruity.
• Wick: wooden.
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• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: glass.
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• Burning time:50-70 hours.
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Why it's worth it:

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Natural soy candle reminiscent of holiday stays at grandma's in the countryside. The combination of the scent of juicy raspberry with sweet vanilla works well together. 

Plus the wooden wick.

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Yankee Candle Black Cherry

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Set of three candles

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Set of three soy candles in glass with a sweet, fruity fragrance.

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Product description:

• Scent type:sweet, fruity.
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• Wick: cotton.
• Cotton wick: cotton.
• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: glass.
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• Burning time:3 × 6-10 hours.
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Why it's worth it:

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A soy candle set that would be ideal as a gift. It consists of three products. The Yankee Candle soy candles, available in the set, emit a sweet, fruity and spicy aroma.

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The free-standing soy candles in the set are samples, so the burn time for each is short.

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Milkhouse Candle Co. Creamery Sweet Tobacco Leaves

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Long burning time

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Soy and honey scented candle with aromas of peaches, brandy and sweet tobacco. Burning time of up to 120 hours.

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Product description:

• Scent type:sweet, woody
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• Wick: woody
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• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: metal.
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• Burning time:100-120 hours.
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Soy candle with the addition of beeswax. It has the scent of sweet tobacco, ripe peaches and brandy. We particularly recommend it for autumn - during this period these aromas are most pleasant.

Why it is worth it:

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The product is free of synthetic colours and flavours. We also praise the burning time - up to 120 hours.

Note: This is a soy candle with the addition of honey wax.

Wood-scented candles

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Paddywax Apothecary Vetiver & Cardamom

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Metal packaging

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Scented candle with a woody aroma enclosed in a metal container.

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Product description:

• Scent type: woody, spicy.
• Scent type: woody, spicy.
• Wick: cotton.
• Cotton wick: cotton.
• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: metal.
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• Burning time:8-16 hours.
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Why it is worthwhile:

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The combination of sandalwood and guaiac, as well as a hint of cardamom, provides a unique aroma. We praise the unusual metal packaging. It makes it possible to close the candle easily, preventing the fragrance from escaping.

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The burning time of the candle is quite short - for that its price is very attractive.

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BE THE SKY GIRL Heartwarming Soy Scented Candle

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Vegan candle

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Vegan scented candle with sweet, woody, and spicy aromas.

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Product description:

• Scent type: woody, sweet, spicy.
• Scent type: woody, sweet, spicy.
• Wick: cotton wick.
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• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: glass.
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• Burning time:34 hours.
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Why it's worth it:

A vegan soy candle combining rich, woody, sweet and spicy aromas. The burning time is not the longest, but the scent is intense and creates a relaxing, pleasant atmosphere. 

This essential oil soy candle uses bergamot (spicy-floral aroma), amber (deep and slightly sweet fragrance) and wood oils.

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The design of the candle is very simple - it's a white jar with silver lettering. Not everyone will like the font used (we're not thrilled).

The design is very simple.

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SANDAEL TREE soy candle

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Polish soy candle with woody fragrance handmade types.

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Product description:

• Scent type: woody.
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• Wick: cotton.
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• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging: glass.
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• Burning time:25 hours.
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Why it's worth it:

Polish soy candle made from natural wax. The product is sold in eco-friendly boxes and is handmade.

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The packaging of the soy candle is simple and unimpressive.

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Paddywax Sonora Tobacco & Patchouili

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Interesting design

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Scented soy candle reminiscent of an ancient vase with a woody-sweet fragrance.

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Product description:

• Scent type: woody, sweet.
• Scent type: woody, sweet.
• Wick: cotton.
• Cotton wick: cotton.
• Number of wicks: 2.
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• Packaging: concrete.
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• Burning time:40-60 hours.
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Why it's worth it:

A fragrance candle with an extremely interesting design - it resembles an ancient vase. Combined with the woody, oriental fragrance, this makes for a cohesive product. The form in which the candle is enclosed can be used after burning (e.g. as a flowerpot).

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The soy wax candle from Paddywax is massive - keep it away from little ones (it may fall on them, e.g. from a dresser, and do harm).

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Palo Santo - Your Candle

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Polish soy scented candle with vegan composition with woody aroma.

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Product description:

• Scent type: woody.
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• Wick: cotton.
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• Number of wicks: 1.
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• Packaging:glass.
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• Burning time: 50 hours.
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Why it's worth it:

Polish soy scented candle made from natural ingredients. This is a vegan handmade product - it is handmade in a Polish manufactory. The woody aroma is well perceptible and lingers in the air for a long time.

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The design of the candle is universal; it does not particularly stand out from other products.

Soy candles - what are they?

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Soy candles are scented candles made from soy wax. Soy wax, in turn, is a processed form of soya bean oil. Producing a soy candle requires the use of an oil hydrogenation process - raising the melting point to produce a harder consistencyand.

Are soy candles healthy?

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Soy is used in many food products and is considered safe. Soy candles, while not showing any proven health-promoting properties, are certainly not harmfuland. They are safe products that do not produce toxic substances.

Soy candles give off pleasant aromas, which can support our mood and introduce a positive atmosphere. However, we would like to point out that they do not have a medicinal effect. Ilona Krzak, M.Sc. in pharmacy, explains that these products contain too small amounts of essential oils to be used in aromatherapy.

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If we want to carry out a therapeutic, aromatherapy session, we need to stock up on essential oils. I personally recommend the following oils: eucalyptus, lavender, tea tree and thieves' oil. However, remember not to use them on children under the age of 2, allergy sufferers, asthmatics and people with bronchial hypersensitivity.

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Soy candles - how to burn?

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Do not burn a soy candle for more than 4 hours at a time. This will preserve its pleasant fragrance for longer. If you heat the candle too much, the essential oils will evaporate from the candle faster.

Please remember to place the candle on a heat-resistant surface, away from flammable objects. If there are young children around - make sure they do not have access to the candle.

Where to buy soy candles?

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Soy candles are best bought online. This allows you to choose from the widest range of products, as well as the best prices. However, you can also buy these items in stationary shops. Soy candles are available, for example, at Pepco or Rossmann. 

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Soy or beeswax candles - which to choose?

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Soy and beeswax candles are very good options for allergy sufferers and people with, for example, asthma. They do not emit harmful substancesand. The advantage of beeswax products is that they have a longer burning time than soy candles.

The advantage of soy candles is their fragrance. The aromas that are emitted by these products are more intense. Beeswax candles smell more delicate.

Soy candles - how to make them

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A handmade DIY soy candle can be an even better gift idea than a product from the shop. Its preparation is not difficult. How to make a soy candle?

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Ingredients:

• 150 g natural soy wax.
• 150 g natural soy wax.
• 20ml of essential oil.
• 20ml of essential oil.
• 1 x wick.
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• Scented candle jar.
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Preparation:

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1. Heat the wax in a water bath. Try not to exceed a temperature of approximately 55-65°C.
2. Take care not to exceed this temperature.
3. When the wax has melted, remove it from the heat source and wait a moment.
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4. When the wax reaches a temperature of about 35-45°C, you can add essential oil to it.
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5. Make sure you dip the tip of the wick into the wax and attach it to the bottom of the jar. Wait a moment for the wax to set.
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6. When the wax starts to turn cloudy, you can pour it into the jar. This means that it is slowly solidifying and will not unstick the wick with high heat.
7. Leave the whole thing to cool completely for about 24 hours.
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How to make a soy candle with a wooden wick? The process looks the same as for any other candle. The only difference is the wick - instead of the classic cotton one, use a wooden one. We can buy it on most auction sites, such as Allegro.

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Summary

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• A soy candle is a scented candle made from soybeans.
• When choosing a soy candle, it is important to choose the right candle.
• When choosing a soy candle, it is worth paying attention to the burning time, the type of wick, the design of the packaging and the price.
• Soy candles are a great choice.
• Soy candles do not emit harmful substances, however, they cannot be used as medicinal products.
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• The soy candle should not be burned continuously for more than 4 hours - this can lead to the oils evaporating too quickly.
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• You can make your own soy candle at home.
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FAQ

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Are soy candles harmful?

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Soy candles are not harmful. These products do not emit hazardous substances and can also be used by people with allergies, for example. However, if you are allergic to certain essential oils, do not buy candles in which they have been used. If you have problems with allergies, as a precaution, ask your doctor whether you can use candles and essential oils with your type of allergy.

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Soy versus paraffin candles - what's the difference?

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Soy candles are made from soy wax, while paraffin candles use paraffin. Soy candles are all-natural products, less processed than paraffin candles. The main difference is in the raw material used to make them and therefore the price.

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Are Yankee Candle candles soy candles?

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Yes, we can buy soy scented candles from Yankee Candle. This is a company that offers us numerous scented candles, both soy and paraffin.

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What candles are not harmful?

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The best harmless and safe candles are soy, canola or beeswax products. Remember also not to use candles if you have allergies and not to burn them for long periods of time with the window closed. Furthermore, when you end your aromatherapy session, remember to air out the room or flat.

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How to make a soy candle at home

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To make a soy candle at home, stock up on natural soy wax, essential oil, a wick and a jar for the candle itself. After that, follow these steps:

• Heat the wax in a water bath to 55-65°C.
• Heat the wax in a water bath to 55-65°C.
• Remove the wax from the water bath and cool to 35-45°C.
• Remove the wax from the water bath and cool to 35-45°C.
• Pour in the essential oil.
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• Attach the tip of the wick to the bottom of the jar.
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• When the wax starts to turn cloudy, pour it into the jar.
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• Leave the whole thing to cool for 24 hours.
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How much do soy candles cost?

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The price of a soy candle depends on its size, as well as the reputation of the company. However, most commonly, soy scented candles cost £30-50. Branded XXL candles can cost more than 150-200 zloty.

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Are the candles from Pepco made of paraffin?

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Yes, most of the candles available at Pepco are made of paraffin. However, this does not mean that we will not get other products there. The Pepco chain of shops offers us a large assortment, so it is not uncommon to encounter candles made of paraffin, as well as beeswax or soy wax in these shops.

The most important thing is to read the labels carefully and, if necessary, ask the staff about the composition.

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