Soy wax
is a vegetable wax made from the oil of soybeans. After harvesting, the beans are cleaned, cracked, de-hulled, and rolled into flakes. The oil is then extracted from the flakes and hydrogenated.
The hydrogenation process converts some of the fatty acids in the oil from unsaturated to saturated. This process dramatically alters the melting point of the oil, making it a solid at room temperature. The leftover bean husks are commonly used as animal feed.
The U.S. grows the vast majority of the world's soy beans, primarily in Illinois, Iowa, and Indiana.
The reason why TheBabblingBrookes recommends soy wax candles.
Soy wax is better for your health: Soy wax burns cleaner and produces as much as 90 percent less soot than paraffin wax, reducing the amount of indoor air pollution. Soy wax won't ruin your walls: The emissions from paraffin wax candles build up on walls, possibly staining the paint in your home. Soy wax is a better choice for indoor candles around the family and pets.
Soybean Science youtube video will show you some history and present facts about the soybean alone. ENJOY!
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