7 Cozy Non Toxic Candles That Will Instantly Make Your Home Smell Amazing

Want to know the best non toxic candles you can get your hands on for a delicious smelling home? Ditch toxic candles while still enjoying all the cozy vibes with one the following toxin-free recommendations.

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Since you came across this post, I’m guessing you already know how harmful the average candle can be for your health. Just in case anyone is out of the loop, let me fill you in real quick.

This post is all about non toxic candles.

Toxic Candle Ingredients to Avoid

Most candles contain the following toxic ingredients that are released into the air we breathe when lit:

• Paraffin: a petroleum-based product that can emit harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These VOCs may interfere with hormones and include substances that are carcinogenic and neurotoxic. When inhaled, these chemicals can lead to respiratory issues like allergies, asthma, and bronchitis.
• Fragrance/parfum/perfume/aroma/flavor: fragrance can be labeled as any of those words, and that one word can actually represent up to 4000 different chemicals used to create a signature scent. There are hardly any regulations when it comes to disclosing ingredients for fragrance, and many synthetic fragrances have been linked to a number of health concerns like hormone disruption, migraine headaches, asthma attacks, rashes, and more.
• Lead containing wicks: most candles contain lead in the wicks or use core wicks made of zinc and tin, which can release trace amounts of heavy metals into the air. Opting for candles with cotton, hemp, or wooden wicks can help avoid these risks.

Look out for companies that use words like “natural” or “clean” to market their product. Those words aren’t regulated and are used quite frequently, even when a product actually contains toxic ingredients. Check the ingredient list and if it contains paraffin-based wax, fragrance, and has no information about the wick, it’s a no-go for me.

Tips for Finding the Cleanest, Non Toxic Candles

The following wax bases are a safe choice for clean-burning candles:

• Beeswax: Considered the cleanest base for candles. Many claim it can actually be a natural air purifier for your home.
• Coconut wax: Also considered to be one of the cleanest bases for candles. A big perk is that It has a low melting point, which helps the candle last longer. One reason you may want to choose coconut wax over other bases is that it has a stronger scent throw too.

But what about soy wax?

You will see soy wax commonly used amongst “non toxic” brands because it is the most economical base. However, the controversy with soy is that 98% of soy crops in America are sprayed with pesticides. Additionally, 94% of crops are genetically modified. Soy candles are very likely releasing toxic chemicals into the air because of the way they are grown.

Again, there are hardly any regulations with what companies put on their labels, so even a soy candle labeled “all-natural” or “organic” may not be true considering the stats. Unless you can be sure a soy candle is truly organic, paraffin-free, and fragrance-free, I would avoid it.

100% natural essential oils vs fragrance oils:

• Essential oils: Essential oils are highly concentrated liquid plant extracts that are converted into oils through steam distillation or solvent extraction. They have aromatherapy properties and other therapeutic healing properties. They bring the scent without the negative side effects of synthetic fragrances.
• Fragrance oils: Fragrance oils are a mix of man-made synthetic compounds and natural aromas, made to mimic a naturally occurring scent. These scents are more potent than essential oils and have a stronger scent throw. I’ve noticed many naturally-minded brands opt for fragrance oils, and they always say their fragrances are tested to be free of parabens, phthalates, and sulfates. This may be true, but I’m not sure there is such a thing as a completely toxin-free fragrance oil. This is another controversial topic, so I would do more research to see if fragrance oils are something you’re comfortable using.

I like being on the safe side by choosing 100% essential oils as natural fragrance for my products. So get ready for my top 7 non toxic candle recommendations!

1. Pure Plant Home: $20

Wax: Coconut Oil
Wick: Unbleached Cotton Wick
Fragrance: 100% Essential Oils

Pure Plant Home offers a wide variety of delicious aromas so everyone can find something to suit their preference. With a mission to make candles that don’t present as a hazard to your health, you can trust that this company is committed to their mission with their minimal ingredient list. Their Amazon store only has a fraction of what they offer, so be sure to check out their website for more.  

2. Fontana Candle Co.: $27

Wax: Beeswax, Coconut Oil
Wick: Wooden Wick 
Fragrance: 100% Essential Oils

Another great company that believes in ditching harmful chemicals. I love their commitment to transparency by printing their ingredient list directly on the candle label. The first ever non toxic candle to be MADE SAFE® certified. Free of toxins known or suspected to harm human health, animals, or ecosystems. They have a bundle of their best seller signature fall scents if you can’t decide on a single scent (which likely may likely be a problem if you’re a sucker for fall fragrances like me).

3. Cosh Factory: $12-18

Wax: Beeswax, Coconut Oil
Wick: Wooden Wick
Fragrance: 100% Essential Oils

Cosh Factory is a small business founded by a husband-and-wife duo passionate about using only clean ingredients for self and home products. They saw a need for non toxic options on the market and decided to provide a solution by starting a company. Based off reviews, their loyal customers LOVE what they offer and return to purchase again and again. They also offer an array of natural self-care products you won’t want to miss.  

4. Healing Moon Farm & Ranch: $25

Wax: Organic Beeswax, Coconut Oil
Wick: Wooden Wick
Fragrance: 100% Essential Oils

These hand-poured and biodegradable candles are designed with a FSC-certified wood wick and fragranced with 100% essential oils. These candles burn for 45+ hours because of the long-burning beeswax base. Take your pick of their many unique scent blends for a clean-burning, yummy-smelling candle for your home.

5. Welch Candle Co.: $26

Wax: 100% Pure Beeswax
Wick: 100% Cotton Wick
Fragrance: Unscented

There is only one ingredient to this candle and it is 100% pure beeswax. Sourced directly from a local bee farm where the founders are aware of the practices that go into creating their singular ingredient.

Not only does this candle add to the ambience of a room, it provides the following health benefits:

• Purifies the air of toxins, pollutants, and allergens because of the release of negative ions when lit
• Can help relieve headaches, allergies, and depression
• Encourages relaxation and better oxygen absorption

There is something about the simplicity of this candle, which comes with a list of health benefits. Though it’s “unscented”, it has an inviting light honey aroma. Head over to Welch Candle Co. to check it out!

6. Cellar Door Candles: $24

Wax: Beeswax, Coconut Oil
Wick: Cotton Wick
Fragrance: 100% Essential Oils

Another company committed to only using the purest ingredients for a clean-burning candle. The founder previously worked at one of the largest luxury candle companies in the world. After years of feeling sick, she finally realized it was the paraffin and synthetic fragrances from the candles that were causing her allergies.

With a background in candle making, she set out to start her own company offering the first candle on the market (at the time) that was made with non toxic ingredients. She’s an expert in concocting fragrance blends, only with 100% essential oils now. 

7. Primally Pure: $46-70

Wax: Beeswax, coconut oil
Wick: A coreless, unbleached cotton flat braid wick with paper filament throughout
Fragrance: 100% essential oils

This is the most expensive of all my recs, but I had to mention this company, Primally Pure! I love how they are completely transparent with their ingredient list, which immediately indicates to me they aren’t trying to hide toxic ingredients from their consumers. They seem to get high praise from their customers that their products actually work, which is not an easy feat with natural ingredients.

Their non toxic candles are only made with beeswax, coconut oil, and essential oils, and they have a variety of scents from earthy, to sweet, to citrus. One of their most popular scent is Warm Citrus Spice, which includes hints of rich cacao, sweet honey, and apple blossoms. If you haven’t heard of Primally Pure, it’s definitely a non toxic brand to keep on your radar.

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For my cozy-loving friends, I hope this list was helpful in your search for non toxic candles. There is no need to go without candles with all of the amazing non toxic options on the market now. Please comment below if you have a favorite non toxic candle!