Guide Note
A candle is a light source made of wax or gel, with a wick inserted in the middle. The most common candle wax is paraffin, but candles can be made from beeswax, soy, or carnauba.
Before electricity, candles were used for illumination and heat, but today are used for aromatherapy, ambiance, and religious ceremonies.
Fast Facts
- Early candles were made of tallow, beef-fat
- Paraffin is most common candle wax
- The United States spends $2 billion annually on candles
- 95% of all candles purchased by women
Types of Candles
- Birthday Candles
- Tapers
- Pillars
- Votives
- Tealights
- Gel candles
- Liturgical candles
- Container candles
- Outdoor candles
- Floating candles
- Utility candles
- Specialty candles
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