Aromatherapy candles are bad for your health. Researchers at the National Atmospheric Science Center of York University in the United Kingdom tested six similar rooms for five consecutive days and found that scented candles may release a small amount of benzene, limonene, formaldehyde and other substances when burning, which is not good for health.

Most aromatherapy candles are made of paraffin wax, and their basic components include petroleum products and chemicals such as p-dichlorobenzene. Aromatherapy candles will release extremely fine soot particles when burning, which contain benzene and toluene. If people inhale these chemical particles for a long time, the formaldehyde contained in them will increase the risk of respiratory diseases.

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Precautions for using scented candles: Burning candles should be placed in fireproof containers and out of the reach of children. The burning candle container will be very hot and need to be extinguished and cooled before moving. To avoid fire, please use it when there are people.

Please avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing, and keep it out of the reach of pets and children. If liquid accidentally enters eyes or is swallowed, please wash or drink with plenty of water in time and seek medical attention immediately. This product is not a toy, only for adults.

People's Network-Aromatherapy candles are not good for your health. It is suggested to raise more green plants.

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