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Best Summer Candles That Won't Melt in the Heat (2025 Roundup)

March 15, 2026 by MBur Candle Co.

The best summer candles ranked by heat resistance, scent, and burn time. Beeswax wins. Here's why, plus our top 7 picks for 2025.

Best Spring Candles 2025: Fresh Scents to Reset Your Space

March 15, 2026 by MBur Candle Co.

The best spring candles of 2025, ranked. Fresh, clean scents that actually fill a room. Beeswax picks, competitor comparisons, and a clear winner.

Candle Dyes: Are Colored Candles Safe to Burn?

March 15, 2026 by MBur Candle Co.

Are colored candles safe to burn? Learn what candle dyes actually are, how they affect air quality, and what to look for before buying.

Toluene in Candles: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Avoid It

March 15, 2026 by MBur Candle Co.

Toluene in candles is a real concern. Learn what it is, which candles contain it, and how to choose safer options for your home.

What Are the Safest Candle Wicks? A Complete Guide

March 15, 2026 by MBur Candle Co.

Discover the safest candle wicks for your home. We break down cotton, wood, and metal-core wicks so you can burn smarter and breathe easier.

Are Lead Wicks Still a Problem in Candles? What You Actually Need to Know

March 15, 2026 by MBur Candle Co.

Lead wicks in candles were banned in the US in 2003, but candle wick safety still matters. Here's what to look for and avoid today.

The History of Beeswax Candles: 5,000 Years of the Cleanest Burn

March 15, 2026 by MBur Candle Co.

Beeswax candles have lit the world for over 5,000 years. Discover the surprisingly rich history of beeswax candles and why the material still wins today.

How Candle Scent Throw Works: Hot Throw vs Cold Throw Explained

March 15, 2026 by MBur Candle Co.

Learn how candle scent throw actually works, what separates hot throw from cold throw, and why wax type changes everything. Science made simple.

Best Candles for New Homeowners: The Housewarming Upgrade Guide

March 15, 2026 by MBur Candle Co.

Shopping for a housewarming candle gift? Avoid the most common mistakes. Here's exactly what to look for in wax, wick, scent, size, and price per...

How to Buy the Best Meditation Candles (And Avoid the Ones That Wreck Your Practice)

March 15, 2026 by MBur Candle Co.

Most meditation candles are mislabeled or toxic. Here's exactly what to look for in wax, wick, scent, and burn time before you buy.

Room Service Candle Review: The Hotel Lobby Scent Without the Chemicals

March 15, 2026 by MBur Candle Co.

Room Service candle review: MBur's bestselling beeswax candle delivers luxury hotel scent with zero toxic fragrance or paraffin. Up to 80-hour burn time.