About Wee Skep Beeswax Candle
Skeps, which are baskets placed open-end-down, and have been used for about 2000 years for beekeeping. Initially they were made from wicker plastered with mud and dung but from the Middle Ages they were made of straw. In northern and western Europe, skeps were made of coils of grass or straw. In its simplest form, there is a single entrance at the bottom of the skep. Again, there is no internal structure provided for the bees and the colony must produce its own honeycomb, which is attached to the inside of the skep.
Going back in history, beeswax was the preferred candle type by royalty, nobility, and the church because of its pleasant aroma and beautiful light. The argument could be made that it is still the preferred candle type, at least for those with information to base their decision. The good news is that beeswax candles are no longer out of reach for most consumers. Beeswax candles are the cleanest, brightest, and longest burning. Here are how those properties translate into a great candle.
Beeswax candles do not require chemical processing. Beeswax is one of the densest waxes and has a high melting point. This means that beeswax doesn?t need any hardeners, additives, or chemical treatments to make a quality product. Candle-making process is simple and environmentally friendly. First, beeswax is sourced straight from the hive. Then it is melted down and cleaned out any particulate- beeswax must be free of impurities to burn properly. Once beeswax is clarified, it?s ready to be poured. The Edinburgh Honey candles are finished by burnishing each by hand. That?s it!
Unlike many other candles, burning beeswax actually purifies the air. Beeswax candles emit negative ions which bind with particulate matter in the air, causing the floating particles in the air to drop to the ground. Some say negative ions also stimulate the pituitary gland, thus increasing creativity, intuition, and dream activity. Because of their air cleansing properties, beeswax candles are a great candle option for people with allergies, asthma, sinuses, and sensitivities.
About The Edinburgh Honey Co:
All of Edinburgh Honey Co's honey is 100% raw and completely natural – just as their bee sisters intended. With over 60 years of human expertise and experience (and thousands of years for the bees!), their range of honey and products is truly unique and of the finest quality.
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