Candles natural ones (The Sunday Times, 06 August 2006)

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Q. I was quite alarmed to hear that candles can release toxic fumes. Are there any that are safe and natural?



A. There is growing public concern over reports of carcinogens and damage to the lungs from black soot from paraffin-based and artificially scented candles, which account for almost all of the candles sold in the UK. There are alternatives, however. Timothy Han’s candles (£28; www.timothyhan.com) are all-natural, made using the finest plant-based ingredients and biodegradable soy wax. They are also produced in a sustainable and ethically and environmentally friendly manner.

Natural Magic (£35; 0870 460 4677, www.naturalmagicuk.com) is another wonderful range, containing 100% organic ingredients. These aromatherapy candles are made from organic vegetable waxes, a healthy alternative to burning paraffin-based candles. They are non-toxic and burn cleanly without emitting soot.

Both of these ranges are free from GM materials, herbicides and pesticides, have wicks of metal-free, unbleached cotton and come in a variety of absolutely delicious and healing fragrances.



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