Question 1

Why Beeswax?

Accepted Answer

💛 Cleaner Air – Burns without releasing harmful toxins into your home

💛 No Petroleum – Not made from paraffin (a petroleum byproduct)

💛 Longer Burn Time – Burns slower and more evenly

💛 Naturally Better – Renewable, sustainable, and safer

Question 2

Why Cotton Wicks?

Accepted Answer

✔️ Lead-free 
✔️ No metal cores 
✔️ Cleaner indoor burn

Question 3

The Truth About Fragrance

Accepted Answer

Many candles labeled “fragrance” contain synthetic chemicals that are not fully disclosed.

These can contribute to:

Hormone disruption
Headaches & breathing irritation
Poor indoor air quality

Question 4

What is hormone disruption?

Accepted Answer

Chemicals that interfere with the body’s natural hormones—impacting growth, mood, sleep, metabolism, and reproduction.

🌿 Safer choice: fragrance-free or naturally sourced scents

Question 5

How can you get started?

Accepted Answer

Make your own beeswax candle 
 Learn non-toxic swaps
Take home something safer

Attend a MeCAP community event to learn how to make healthier swaps today!

Beeswax Candle Making