5 Reasons to Switch to Natural Vegan Wax Melts for a Healthier Home

When first introducing home fragrance to The Soil Pot there was no question that the materials I used had be kind to the planet. It wasn't just about making them accessible to everyone by using vegan friendly ingredients, it was also about being as environmentally conscious as possible. I bring so much nature indoors with my houseplants, many which purify the air, so the idea of releasing toxins into that same air with synthetic wax just didn't make sense.

It was very much a trial and error finding the right wax. There are many different options of natural wax out there, I tested many before settling on the one that worked best for me.

The key things I was looking for during testing was a strong, long lasting scent performance and a clean safe burn. I've used a lot of wax melts in the past, and many of which left me with headaches due to cheap ingredients. I knew I had to create something better.

When buying wax melts, most people don’t really think about what they actually contain. Like many, I used to just pick up a bar and choose it based on the scent alone. It wasn’t until I started making my own and doing research that I realised how important the ingredients truly are. My hope is that after reading this, you’ll have a better understanding of what goes into wax melts and why it really does matter.

So, let's get into it...

What Is Paraffin Wax and Why Is It a Problem?

Paraffin wax is a petroleum product used in many mainstream wax melts and candles. It's inexpensive and widely available but comes with major drawbacks:

  • Releases toxins like benzene and toluene when melted
  • Linked to indoor air pollution and respiratory irritation
  • Made from non renewable fossil fuels
  • Produces black soot that can stain walls and furniture

If you're using paraffin wax melts, you're potentially breathing in substances better left out of your home.

Benefits of Vegan and Natural Wax Melts

Vegan wax melts are made with natural plant based waxes, offering benefits as well as  great scent:

  1. Cleaner Air & Burn - Vegan waxes burn cleanly, without harmful toxins or heavy soot perfect for homes with kids, pets, or allergies.
  2. Eco-Conscious Ingredients - Our wax is biodegradable, making it a greener alternative to paraffin.
  3. Longer-Lasting Fragrance - Natural waxes melt more slowly, releasing fragrance gradually for a longer lasting scent throw. 
  4. 100% Cruelty-Free - No animal products, no testing our wax melts are fully vegan, from wax to fragrance oils.
  5. Luxurious Aesthetic - Natural waxes have a creamy texture making them visibly more appealing.

We offer a range of beautifully hand poured botanical wax melts, from samples to snap bars, and our best-selling selection boxes that make perfect gifts.

Shop Our Vegan-Friendly Botanical Wax Melts Here

Our entire collection is:

  • Hand poured in small batches
  • Made with natural wax and vegan friendly fragrance oils
  • Beautifully finished with natural botanicals
  • Aesthetically packaged

Botanical Wax Melt Collections