All our candles are made using soy wax, it's eco-friendly, renewable, sustainable, carbon neutral, all natural & toxin free. It's also American grown, which means supporting local farmers. PLUS it burns longer & cleaner. The wicks are lead free. The fragrance is a blend of natural and synthetic, and never contains phthalate. Burning Instructions: Trim wick to 1/4" before lighting. Keep candle free of any foreign materials including matches and wick trimmings. Only burn the candle on a level, fire resistant surface. Do not burn candle for more than four hours at a time. Burn within sight and keep away from children and pets.