Information on Bayberry Candles

Bayberry candles are made from a waxy substance derived from the berries of the bayberry bush. The berries are boiled to separate the waxy residue of the berries from the liquid content. The wax is skimmed from across the top of the boiling substance and allowed to cool. This wax is used in place of paraffin, soy wax or beeswax to create bayberry candles.

History

Bayberry candles have been made for hundreds of years. They became more sought-after than tallow candles because they burn more evenly.

Features

Bayberry wax has a slightly sweet scent naturally. This means that bayberry candles don't need an added candle scent to make a scented candle.

Color

Bayberry candles have a grayish-green color naturally, requiring no extra candle color to give the candles color. The natural color of bayberry candles makes them sought-after by those who like the look of traditional candles.

Benefits

Scented paraffin candles cause a small amount of soot and add to indoor air pollution. Many people with respiratory problems or asthma like to burn bayberry candles because they don't contain the artificial scents that can cause soot when burned.

Identification

In Colonial America, bayberry candles were a popular type of candle to use at Christmas. This has led to a tradition of using bayberry candles in Christmas decorations that still endures today.

References

• More About Bayberry Wax
• More About Candle History
• Bayberry Candle Facts