FAQ
WHY SOY WAX?
Much of the candle industry heavily relies on the use of paraffin wax. Paraffin wax is a petroleum by-product that is created from the sludge waste when crude oil is refined into gasoline. Paraffin wax when burned emits toxins such as toluene, acetone, benzene and formaldehyde which are known carcinogens. Paraffin is widely used by the industry due to its ability to hold more fragrance, have a stronger fragrance throw and is cheaper to mass produce than other vegetable-based waxes. Burning paraffin candles can cause symptoms such as nausea, headaches and can upset respiratory problems involved with allergies and asthma.
We use 100% natural soy wax because soy is a renewable resource. Soy wax emits no toxic chemicals and provides a clean burn while producing no petrol-carbon soot Soy wax candles burn slower and not as hot as paraffin candles, resulting in a burn time up to 30-50% longer than paraffin candles.
WHY CHOOSE A COTTON WICK?
The burning of a lead cored wick releases lead into the air you breathe. In 2003 the EPA banned the use of lead in candle production in the U.S. Unfortunately, there are still many countries out there using dangerous wicks. Candles made with a lead cored wick could present a lead poisoning hazard to young children.
The wicks we use are made by braiding and interweaving cotton, this braiding technique improves helps provide rigidity for an easier pour in our candles. Each wick has been primed in vegetable wax ensuring an all-natural burn.
Every wick we use is made from 100% cotton with a lead-free, aluminum base.
WHY PHTHALATE-FREE?
Phthalates are esters of Phthalic acid and are used to dissolve raw materials when making fragrance oils. Recently, researchers have linked phthalates to asthma, breast cancer, low IQ, behavioral issues and more. We chose to use only phthalate free fragrance oils in creating our candles to ensure our product is guaranteed safe and natural.
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO USE THE HOT STUFF MASSAGE CANDLE?
Once you blow out the candle, the melted oil is ready to use. The oil requires no cooling due to the low melting point of the natural oils that make up burn. You can either pour the warm oil straight onto the skin, pour a small amount into your hand first, or dip and apply the candle oil with your fingertips.
CAN I REUSE MY CANDLE OR PERFUME PACKAGING?
Absolutely! Find out how to properly clean out your container here. We love to see how our customers are repurposing our packaging! Tag us on instagram or by using the hashtag #nightshiftwaxco with a look at how you repurposed our packaging so we can share your post!
CAN I BUY MULTIPLE PRODUCTS FOR A DISCOUNT?
Since our products range from price dependent on ingredient we cannot offer bulk discount prices for purchase orders containing several different types of products together. If you wish to purchase a larger order of a similar type of item or one of the same, we do offer bulk discount prices for orders of 25 items of more. If interested or for more info feel free to email us at info@nightshiftwaxco.com.
CAN YOU MAKE CUSTOM CANDLE BLENDS?
Yes. We do offer custom fragrance formulations. If you wish to talk with us about possible custom candle options email us at info@nightshiftwaxco.com or check out our Private Formulation Page.
WHAT IF I HAVE VERY SENSITIVE SKIN, CAN I USE YOUR SKINCARE?
If you are unsure about spending money on a larger product we offer smaller sample kits based on skin type as well as small sample sizes of each of our skincare products. That way you can try the product out before choosing to invest in what works the best for your skin.
We feel for those who have tricky or sensitive skin types! Each purchase order over 100$ will receive a sample product from us that we personally chose for you! We look at your order history and pick an item we believe you will enjoy.