New research reveals scented wax melts produce three times more harmful particles than candles. Learn the hidden risks and ...

New research found that wax melts, considered safer for air quality than candles, actually release as many air pollutants as ...

Scented wax melts, often marketed as a safer alternative to candles, can produce as many ultrafine air particles as diesel engines or gas stoves when used in homes These nanoparticles form when ...

A new study shows that scented wax melts can create indoor particle pollution on par with “diesel engines” Cara Lynn Shultz is a writer-reporter at PEOPLE. Her work has previously appeared in ...

These DIY Rose Wax Melts are an easy way to elevate your home’s ambiance while embracing natural living. Their soothing aroma and elegant design make them a treat for your senses and a ...

Fragranced products and cooking generate harmful nanoscale pollutants indoors, posing potential health risks. Purdue ...

The researchers observed the release of substances that react with the indoor air to form new elements. These were ...

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — You may enjoy using wax melts to perfume different rooms while you’re at home. But, did you know these products can pollute the air? Purdue University Assistant Professor Nusrat ...

Wax melts and other scented products release terpenes, the chemical compounds responsible for their scents. Since wax melts contain a higher concentration of fragrance oils than many candles, they ...

Aroma compounds released from the scented wax melts can react with ozone in indoor air to form potentially toxic particles, ...

Study Reveals Hidden Risks: Scented Wax Melts May Compromise Indoor Air QualityAs traditional candles burn, they can ...

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 ...