Palm Wax Candles Facts And Features

The main ingredient in palm wax is palm oil, which is obtained from the fruit of palm oil trees. Palm oil is actually a "virgin" oil, because it is obtained just by steaming and pressing the palm fruit.

The oil palm tree is a natural renewable resource. It has a higher yield and is more resilient than any other oilseed crop. No artificial fertilizers or chemical treatments are required for its cultivation.

• Palm wax has a unique crystalline structure that is quite attractive. Palm wax is a fairly versatile candle making medium; it can be used to make votives, tapers, pillars and container candles
• Palm wax candles are virtually dripless and soot-free.
• Palm wax holds twice as much fragrance as paraffin or soy wax.
• Palm wax candles burn with a bright flame, minimizing soot emissions.

The manufacturer of these palm wax candles has developed a proprietary technology that enables them to regulate and balance the fragrance evaporation of their candles, ensuring that the entire fragrance accord is released at the same time. As a result, you can experience the full fragrance of the candle when it is cold ("cold throw"). And when you burn it, that same smell will completely fill the room ("hot throw").

The wicks in these palm wax candles are made of top grade cotton, calibrated to burn more efficiently. Most of them have a tiny paper core, which prevents the wick from collapsing into the liquid palm wax. The larger jars are fitted with two small wicks, which have been found to yield a cleaner burn than a single, thicker wick.