5 reasons Soywax candles are the ultimate skincare product

 

At Line Spa and Polish, we not only strive to make your nails beautiful, but also to make your everyday skin healthier. One such way we make this happen, is by using candles, but not just any old paraffin candle you can get from the dollar store, nope!

If you've ever been to a traditional nail salon, you'll know what a "Paraffin Wax Treatment" is. You put your feet into scalding Paraffin wax to circulate blood flow, and use a warm mitt to take off the paraffin. While it certainly works for most people, there's no other benefits other than heat therapy.

Here are some reasons as to why Soy is the better choice not just for making your skin beautiful, but also healthier for you and the environment.

Reason #1: Soy wax is the ultimate skin food!

Much like a lotion, soy wax is easily absorbed into your skin. Why? It's naturally a moisturizer and is used in many skincare products due to it's ability to deeply hydrate without clogging your pores, and consistently soft texture.

It's brimming with vitamins as well! Vitamin B12, D, E, Collagen, and Calcium which are essential in making your nails grow stronger and skin firm for longer.

In fact, we believe in this so much that we're creating our own soy wax candle mix made to be used as a face moisturizer! Stay tuned!

Reason #2: Soy Wax is the most sustainable choice for Candles

Paraffin candles are made from a petroleum by-product left over in the petroleum refining process. Essentially, what you are putting on your skin is heated plastic. 

The processes of harvesting soybeans do not damage the environment and is biodegradable. It's no wonder that soybeans are the perfect superfood! It also burns cleanly and will not produce soot, which is terrible for your lungs.

Reason #3: Soy Wax will not burn your skin

Because soy wax is softer, it doesn’t need as much heat to melt. The cooler melting temperature means that your skin is safe from first degree burns. In fact, it's more akin to healthy skin oil like jojoba and avocado oil!

Of course, soy wax being mainly used for candle making, it will produce wax on your skin. At Line Spa and Polish, we use a special 100% soy wax blend that burns easier and stays as a skin oil for longer. A product that was truly made for your skin.

Reason #4: A great Vegan Option

Being Vegan means so much more than eating healthier foods without the use of animal products. It means wearing cruelty-free clothes, shoes, and meticulously looking at the ingredients you put in your body. It's a philosophy.

And with so many wax alternatives out there that use animal products like beeswax which is made from the hives of bees, tallow from the fat of animals, and some wax even comes from whales and dolphins. Soy wax is the perfect 100% vegan option that is great for everyone, from environmentalists to vegans and all the way to the everyday person. 

Reason #5: Soy Wax Candles last longer

Now, I think it's time to talk about something important. Yes, Soy wax can be more expensive than paraffin, BUT soy wax burns at a slower rate than traditional paraffin which offsets the extra cost, and if you're a daily user of soy wax like us, this definitely helps.

And because soy wax is meant as a candle, it also holds scents for a longer time, which means that if you're in a meditating mood, you can ease your worries of damaging the environment, while also being surrounded by the smell of lavender and sage. 

Final Verdict:

Soy wax is the ultimate skin food for many reasons, and we believe that it's the future! Not only is it Vegan, Sustainable, and Natural (Our very philosophies), but it's great for your skin! The Vitamins in the wax are perfect for making your nails grow healthier for the future. So, if you're ever graced with the option of picking between paraffin vs. Soy wax, pick soy wax. It's the healthier choice

If you aren't quite convinced yet, we, at Line Spa and Polish do a Soy Wax Treatment with every pedicure. This is accompanied by our special Line Spa Nail Care that leaves your nails looking beautiful for a lot longer. Try Vancouver's Slowest Nail Service today, and get a free nail design on the first 2 nails!