Scented wax melts are often marketed as safer alternatives to candles because they’re flame- and smoke-free. But in a study ...

A new study shows that scented wax melts can create indoor particle pollution comparable with “diesel engines” ...

You might want to think twice about setting the mood with a scented wax melt (or at least open a window at the same time): a ...

Candles are popular, but they do pose risks due to fire and smoke. While scented wax melts that release aroma with out flames ...

Remember how you switched to those cute little wax melts because they seemed safer than candles? Surprise! Turns out you've ...

Discover how wax melts work and the potential air quality issues when used indoors, along with expert recommendations.

As traditional candles burn, they can contribute to indoor air pollution by emitting volatile compounds and smoke, which may pose inhalation risks.

The particles eminating from burning scented wax melts indoors can create a “tremendous amount” of indoor air pollution — similar to pollution caused by diesel engines. “If you’re using ...

(Left:) Stock image of melted scented candle wax; (Right:) Exhaust from an engine.

The particles eminating from burning scented wax melts indoors can create a “tremendous amount” of indoor air pollution — similar to pollution caused by diesel engines. It’s all about how terpenes — ...