✨ Why Clean, Non-Toxic Candles Are Healthier for You & Your Home
Candles are meant to make your home feel cozy, peaceful, and elevated — not pollute your air, trigger migraines, or expose you to toxins.
Unfortunately, many mainstream candles contain ingredients that can irritate your lungs, hormones, and pets.
Here’s why choosing clean, non-toxic candles (like the ones we hand-pour at Good Intentions) is better for your health.
🚫 1. Paraffin Wax Releases Harmful Chemicals
Most store-bought candles use paraffin — a petroleum by-product.
When burned, paraffin can release:
– benzene
– toluene
– soot particles
– VOCs (volatile organic compounds)
These compounds can cause:
• headaches
• allergies
• breathing irritation
• hormone disruption
Coconut soy wax burns clean and doesn’t release toxic residue.
🌱 2. Clean Fragrance Oils Reduce Headaches & Sensitivities
“Fragrance” on most labels hides thousands of synthetic chemicals.
Many contain:
– phthalates
– petroleum-derived aromatics
– hormone disruptors
– strong irritants
Clean, phthalate-free fragrances (like ours) allow you to enjoy beautiful scents without:
✨ headaches
✨ dizziness
✨ nausea
✨ sinus irritation
🐶 3. Clean Candles Are Safer for Pets
Pets have extremely sensitive lungs.
Toxic candles can impact their breathing and energy levels.
Choosing non-toxic candles supports BOTH your wellness + your furry family.
💨 4. Better Indoor Air Quality
Paraffin candles leave black soot on:
– walls
– ceilings
– air vents
– your lungs
Coconut soy candles burn longer, cleaner, and smoother.
You get a stronger scent without harmful chemicals.
🧘♀️ 5. Clean Candles Support Your Energy & Vibration
A clean candle supports:
✨ clearer breathing
✨ a calmer nervous system
✨ reduced inflammation
✨ balanced hormones
✨ spiritual clarity
✨ better meditation + rituals
Your home’s vibe is a reflection of its energy.
Clean candles bring softness, peace, and intention into your space.
🕯️ The Good Intentions Difference
Every candle we make is:
✔ coconut soy
✔ non-toxic
✔ phthalate-free
✔ eco-friendly
✔ hand-poured in California
✔ clean burning
✔ made with love + intention
A candle should support your health — not harm it.