Avon Candles Are Non-Toxic and Non-Carcinogenic
Candles release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can irritate your nose and eyes, lead to headaches and contribute to respiratory problems. If you suffer from these problems, avoid scented candles or use unscented ones made from natural ingredients like beeswax.
Avon brings back its popular seasonal candles with fall scents! This collection features 11 oz. 3-wick candles that burn for up to 30 hours.
Wax
One of the simplest pleasures of home life is lighting a candle with a special scent designed to make you feel calm and relaxed. But that seemingly harmless candle could be filling your home with harmful pollutants and supporting the fossil fuel industry. The answer is nontoxic aromatherapy candles made from organic or plant-based waxes.
The basic material of a candle is wax, which is formed when melted and poured into molds. It is also used to hold fragrances and to keep wicks in place. There are many different kinds of waxes, including soy, coconut and vegetable. It is also possible to combine them, resulting in a candle called a “blend.”
Avon candles are made of a variety of waxes, but most are paraffin. In the 19th century, a French chemist separated the fatty acid from the glycerin of fat to produce stearin, a material that can be made into superior candle stock. Stearin was soon supplemented by spermaceti, the oily liquid from the head cavity of a sperm whale, and by petroleum-based paraffin.
When a candle is lit, the wax liquefies at the bottom of the flame and rises by capillary action. As the candle burns, the vaporized wax evaporates into the air. Avon candles release the smell of the fragrance they contain into the air as well.
The kind of wax used in a candle affects how quickly it will burn. If a candle is made with synthetic waxes, it will burn much faster than a natural wax like beeswax. It is therefore important to read the label.
In addition, the odors produced by scented candles can trigger allergies in some people. The chemicals in the fragrances can irritate the nose and cause a runny nose, headache and watery eyes. If you are sensitive to odors, it is best to avoid candles altogether or use ones with very low concentration levels of scents.
Avon’s new Zen Collection features a line of three-wick candles that are enhanced with essential oils to help you find your Zen. Choose from eight different scents such as Peace, Clarity and Relax. Each comes in a glass jar featuring a tranquil label to match the fragrance.
Fragrance
Avon candles are made using high-quality fragrance oils and other ingredients to give them their unique scents. They are formulated to release the fragrance slowly and evenly over time, so they can fill your home with a long-lasting aroma that doesn’t overpower the senses.
Avon’s fall fragrance collection features a new line of 11 oz 3-wick candles that burn for 30 hours each. They come in five seasonal flavors, including Maple Pumpkin Pancakes, Creamy Vanilla Frosting and Fall for Berries. Other delicious scents include Autumn Stroll, which is reminiscent of the season’s favorite activities, like taking long walks and enjoying the changing colors of the leaves, and Fall for Apples, which captures the smells of crisp apples and spiced pumpkin.
These candles are beautifully displayed in a vintage milk glass candle jar that adds to the ambiance of your home. The jar is embellished with a gold filigree design that will add some extra flair to your décor.
If you’re looking for a gift for someone who loves the aroma of lavender or if you want to treat yourself, Avon offers several beautiful hand-poured soy wax candles that are crafted with premium ingredients. They’re poured into a romantic milk glass jar that has slight color wear for a charming touch of vintage charm.
Wicks
When most people think of a candle, they picture its shape, color or fragrance. But the wick is equally important. The wick acts like a fuel pump, drawing the liquefied wax up to the flame for burning. Wicks come in different sizes to match the burn requirements of various candles. The wick size is crucial for keeping the flame stable and for preventing dripping, sputtering or flare-ups.
Braided, plaited or knitted wicks encourage a slow and consistent burn. These wicks are typically found in jar candles, votives and pillars. They may also be found in specialty applications such as beeswax candles. Cored wicks are braided or knitted with a variety of core materials such as cotton, paper, zinc or tin to create a variety of stiffness effects. Cored wicks are used in a wide range of candles including taper, pillar and votives.
A candle’s scent throw is influenced by a number of factors, including the type of wax, temperature of the flame(s), the amount of fragrance oil and the fragrance itself. That’s why a double-wick candle may have a stronger scent throw than a single-wick candle. In addition, 2-wick candles are less likely to tunnel because they reach a full melt pool more quickly with 2 flames distributing heat across a larger surface area.
Add a touch of rustic style to your home with this candle from the Zen collection, enhanced with essential oils to help you find your balance. This 3-wick candle includes a decorative glass jar, metal cover and a paper dust cover for up to 30 hours of burn time.
Soot
Some writers claim that candles are bad for your lungs because they release particulate matter and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) into the air when burned. These chemicals may cause breathing problems if you have pre-existing respiratory issues and some VOCs are suspected or proven carcinogens. Generally speaking these substances are released in small quantities into the air as the candle burns and most of them dissipate quickly, especially if you ventilate afterward with a fan or open window.
Some scented candles, particularly citronella, also produce more soot than unscented ones. This is due to the fact that they’re intended for outdoor use where there’s more air space for the soot to disperse.
Soot is made up almost entirely of carbon produced during incomplete combustion. Unless the candle is being burned in an environment that’s 100% oxygen-rich it can’t completely turn the wax into carbon dioxide and water without producing soot. It’s a bit like trying to light a fire in a sealed glass bottle – it’s just not going to work unless you introduce more fuel, in this case air.
The wick in the candle also contributes to how much soot is produced. The wick should be trimmed to a quarter inch before each burn to ensure that it’s burning at the proper rate. Too slow a burn will create tunneling of the wax which produces soot on the inside of the jar and too fast a burn will produce a smoke plume that can deposit harmful compounds on your walls or other surfaces in your home.
In short, a well-made candle shouldn’t be dangerous if you follow the instructions. Don’t let the soot build up on your walls or your personal ductwork and make sure you trim the wick before each burn. And if you have breathing issues or are concerned with VOCs be sure to use unscented candles. And if you’re looking for a great way to earn extra income from home, consider becoming an Avon Representative. Just Click Here and fill out the short application. You’ll get all the tools you need to succeed, including a full-line of luxury fragrance candles!
