Is your wick sick?

Candle Wicks and Health
The purpose of a wick is to draw wax to fuel the flame of a candle. Various types of wick are used for different purposes in candle making. They can be divided into two main categories: cored and non-cored wicks.Non-cored wicks are generally made of a braided or twisted plant fiber (most commonly cotton). These wicks are considered to be the safest to burn.

Candle Wicks And Health .:. Global Healing Center, Inc.

Is it time to take your wick to the doctor's for a health check?

Well, before you do that, read this GHC article focusing on types of wicks, scents and color additives and their health implications. Another issue the article is touching is the growing debate about the paraffin wax vs. soy wax. Is the latter really "cleaner" and healthier? It is still a not-answered question.

Eran.

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