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- January 22, 2014
Soy wax has remained a popular choice for making scented candles for many years, but consumers are now discovering an alternative that often performs better in both fragrance and burn quality. This increasingly popular material is called palm wax. Many candle buyers still know very little about palm wax, yet those who do often prefer it for its clean burn, long lasting scent, and naturally textured finish. This article compares palm wax and soy wax so you can decide which one works best for your home and your candle collection. Once you understand their differences, you may find that palm wax is the better choice for long lasting home fragrance and seasonal scented candles.
Palm wax is naturally biodegradable and water soluble in all forms. Soy wax can also be biodegradable and water soluble, but only when it is used in a pure, unaltered state. Many commercial soy wax blends include additives or synthetic ingredients that reduce biodegradability and can prevent the wax from dissolving in
