Since the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s been a renewed emphasis on health and wellbeing, which has extended to home environments, including room scents. These products help create a relaxed ambiance, reduce stress, and promote wellbeing. Certain scents evoke a mental state of warmth and comfort, especially during the colder months.
There are people walking this earth who are willing to buy fragranced candles priced at $90 and more to create that impression of health and wellbeing. It’s true. And those candles likely have a luxury brand name attached and toxic ingredients within them.
Sadly, if those high-priced candles aren’t made with the safest, purest, non toxic ingredients, they certainly don’t fit the health and wellbeing trend.
Know what does? Non toxic wax melts and room sprays.
Wax melts are essentially scented wax pieces that are melted in a warmer, diffusing their scent into the air. They can be used to eliminate unpleasant odors, freshen up a room, create a relaxing atmosphere, or enhance the ambiance of any space.
Wax melts have been around for a while and the trend continues to grow among safety-conscious consumers. Their non-flammable nature appeals to those concerned about the increase in fire accidents related to candles in recent years. One research report shares, “According to U.S. Fire Administration in 2022, 42 candle-related fires are reported daily on average in U.S.”
When it comes to being truly safe, not just any wax melts will do. Many wax melt manufacturers make their products with paraffin or palm wax, which are inexpensive, toxic ingredients that are known to be able to hold more fragrance, which is also toxic. Non toxic wax melts made with soy wax and scented with natural essential oils and extracts are the safe, eco-friendly choice. Additionally, soy wax has a lower melting point than paraffin wax melts, which gives it a slower burn, so it lasts longer. This also benefits oils, as it helps to create a large melt pool, so when combined with a lower heat, the scent can be stronger and even more enjoyable.
Room sprays are pretty self-explanatory. This is a scented product that provides instant gratification — no waiting for a candle to melt or oil to diffuse. Simply spray around any room in your home to freshen up your space.
Again, room sprays have been around for a while, but if you don’t know what to watch out for on ingredients labels, you may get more than you bargained for with each spritz. As with wax melts, many manufacturers choose to make their room sprays with nasty ingredients like phthalates and formaldehyde, which are known for their potential to irritate your respiratory system, and prolonged exposure may lead to serious health issues like asthma, respiratory problems, and cancer.
Choosing non toxic room sprays made with only the purest ingredients is important for creating a safe environment for you and your loved ones while enjoying a pleasant scent. Look for products with a simple, complete ingredient list and scents that come from natural essential oils and fruit or plant extracts.
Pure Haven’s fall 2024 limited release collection includes cinnamon wax melts and room sprays in two scents — fir needle and sweet vanilla cinnamon. Ask your Pure Haven Consultant about these 100% non toxic products to help fill your home with warm, comforting scents throughout the fall and winter months and more.
Sources:
Wax Melts Market Size, Share, Trends Analysis Report, 2030 (grandviewresearch.com)
Luxury Candle Market in North America report 2028 | Size, Share, Growth by Business Market Insights