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[stevieb]

No, I don't. The assumption seems to be that everyone likes scented candles when the reality is some of us don't like them and can't burn them because they irritate our noses and throats. I'll give them as gifts but only to those I know enjoy the scent. The only candles I ever burn and then sparingly, are those I've got for myself that are not scented. When I receive scented candles, I re-gift them.

[Venezia]

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@Lorik62 wrote:

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• Most scented candles are made of parrafin wax, which creates highly toxic benzene and toluene when burned (both known carcinogens). These can damage brain, lungs, and central nervous system. Many wicks contain lead, which can create high levels of airborne lead when burned.

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@Lorik62- There has been a federal ban on candle wicks containing lead since 2003.  This applies to any candle sold on the U.S. marketplace.

In the 1970s, there was a voluntary agreement amongst manufacturers to stop the use of lead in candle wicks, but over the years a small percentage could still be found (most notably - no surprise - in those imported from China).  Therefore, the federal ban was put into place.

You should not find any candles sold in the U.S. with wicks containing lead.  Other metals like zinc or tin are used and are safe.

[lovesrecess]

I give candles only to people I know so I know what scents they prefer. Only quality ones that I know are safe.

[shoptilyadropagain]

I love candles but rarely receive them or give them as gifts.

[Another new name Sue]

Flameless are nice, especially the older Candle Impressions ones (what happened to them?).  Never burn real ones, too dangerous.

[roxxy1]

I love burning candles.  I light one every day all year round.  I only use B&BW candles.

[roxxy1]

I only give them as gifts to my mom.  She loves them too, and only in the scents I know she likes.

[queendiva]

I appreciate the gesture, but I am very particular about my candle and the scents!

In addition. I have a lifetime supply already! 

[KathyM23]

I do not burn candles mainly because of the scent.  It is irritating to me and extremely irriating to pets because of their acute sense of smell, like magnify ours by 1,000.   I would not do that to a pet of mine. 

I also do not give candles because of the same reason.

[Carmie]

I like candles if they are good quality, either unscented or scented with a good clean fragrance....not flower scented.

No dime or dollar store candles.