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

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

When you make your house smell good, you’re also polluting the air—and hurting your lungs. When you walk outside, you might ...

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 ...

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

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.

A new study found that some common scented home products could be creating a worrying amount of indoor air pollution - as ...

Image via Unsplash. The warm flicker and aroma of scented candles can create an atmosphere of comfort and relaxation. But ...

Purdue University Assistant Professor Nusrat Jung says wax melts can expose users to a "heavy dose of air pollution." ...

New research has shown that scented wax melts and other products release as much indoor pollution as a diesel 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. “If you’re using ...