Paraffin is a cheap mineral oil, which is a waste product from the mining of petroleum, sometimes also of lignite. Paraffin is not only very cheap, but also odorless and tasteless, oily, waxy and flammable, so it is used in many products, including the cosmetics industry.
Most candles are made from paraffin. Since there is no labeling requirement for candles, this is rarely stated on the packaging. However, some candle manufacturers also use the terms "mineral wax" or "mineral oil", which are just other terms for paraffin.
We do not use paraffin because it is produced from non-renewable raw materials and is often imported from outside Europe must become. Since paraffin wax candles soot a lot and are also suspected of damaging our respiratory tract and skin, we prefer wax made from 100% vegetable wax. It's better for your health, our climate and your home will also thank you.