Black Orchid – A spicy, oriental scent through to a heart of Jasmine on a rich base of Patchouli, Sandalwood, Cinnamon and Vetivert
Burn Time: 45+ hours
A Little Scent by Xenca is hand-made here in the UK.
Each candle and melt is hand-poured to specification, giving you the peace of mind that you get superb quality with every purchase. Hand-crafted with love and care, A Little Scent by Xenca’s detail is second to none. Made with 100% Soy Wax and premium fragrance oils, A Little Scent by Xenca not only looks lovely but smells wonderful as well.
Benefits of Soy Wax
Soy Wax is derived from soybeans, a natural, renewable source. Soy wax is a hydrogenated vegetable oil that turns solid at room temperature. In comparison to the most widely used alternative wax on the market, paraffin wax, Soy Wax contains nothing artificial. Paraffin wax, which is made from petroleum, originates from a non-renewable source that contains carcinogenic substances.
- Soy Wax does not release toxins
According to recent studies, paraffin candles, when burnt, release harmful toxins into the air, which may lead to respiratory problems. Soy Wax won’t release petrol-carbon soot, which is also released when burning a paraffin candle, meaning no black oily marks on your walls or furnishings.
- Soy Wax is environmentally friendly
Soy Wax is derived from soybeans, not only making them a safe and natural alternative to paraffin wax candles but also renewable and biodegradable.
Soy Wax candles and melts may seem to be more expensive than some of the paraffin candles on the market but, when considering your candles and melts for your home, be sure to factor in the chemical composition of soy wax, which allows it to burn evenly. This means Soy Wax candles and melts can last up to 50% longer than paraffin wax alternatives and are therefore more cost-effective in the long run. Soy Wax also burns more evenly, so less wax is left stuck to the sides of the glass as waste.
- Soy Wax has a lower melting point
Soy Wax burns at a cooler temperature than paraffin wax. This is what makes Soy Wax more cost-effective in the long run but it is also a safety feature. Soy Wax is less likely to scald or burn if you accidentally spill any melted wax on your skin.
- Soy Wax scents are stronger
From the points above it’s clear to see the benefits of Soy Wax over paraffin wax but a final point to mention is that, due to Soy Wax burning cleaner and slower, the scent is released gradually. There won’t be an immediate wave of strong-smelling scent, so these create a more pleasant atmosphere for most people.
- A Little Scent by Xenca uses cotton wicks
Our candles are made from unbleached cotton wicks, these are generally safer to burn and produce no pollutants.