Soy candles are made from soy beans, a natural and renewable source. This is in contrast to traditional paraffin candles which are made from petroleum and is non-renewable. Petroleum contains carcinogenic substances which are harmful to our bodies. Natural soy wax also has a lower melting point than paraffin, which means your candle will burn cooler and last longer! 100% soy wax for all of our candles and wax melts.