Why We Refuse to Use Cruel Beeswax

At Katherine Candle, every decision is intentional — especially what we choose not to include.

One of the most common misconceptions in the candle world is that beeswax is the cleanest, safest wax available. But behind its golden glow lies a truth we believe you deserve to know.

Beeswax is not neutral. It’s an animal byproduct.

Beeswax is harvested directly from honeybee hives — it’s not a plant-based ingredient. While often marketed as “natural,” it’s still a product of animal labor, produced by the tiny wings and bodies of honeybees who were never meant to serve our shelves.

At scale, this leads to:

• Commercial hive stress

• Exploitation of bee colonies

• Environmental imbalance

In short, it’s not cruelty-free.

The air you breathe matters.

When burned, beeswax releases trace allergens and pollutants, including compounds that may trigger:

• Respiratory irritation

• Asthmatic responses

• Chemical sensitivities (especially in children and pets)

Despite its reputation, beeswax is not fragrance-neutral. Its scent lingers — often mixing with added fragrance oils, distorting the intended aroma or overpowering softer notes.

At Katherine Candle, we don’t take shortcuts. We don’t add filters. And we don’t burn the work of bees.

What we use instead: 100% food-grade soy wax

• 🌿 Vegan
• 🌿 Non-toxic
• 🌿 Clean-burning
• 🌿 Grown from plants, not animals
• 🌿 Processed without pesticides or synthetics

Our soy wax is gentle, consistent, and fragrance-safe. It lets every candle express its story with clarity, not smoke — and burns with a stillness that respects both you and the earth.

Because true comfort never comes at another’s cost.

Choose candles that calm your spirit without harming another’s.

Choose soy.
Choose softness.
Choose Katherine Candle.

With care and purpose,

Katherine Luvianca Rizo Varela

Medical Doctor & Founder, Katherine Candle