Are Essential Oil Candles Safe? The Truth About Natural Fragrance in Candles

Candles are more than just home décor—they set the mood, boost focus, and create a calming environment. But if you’ve ever wondered whether burning essential oils in candles is safe, you’re not alone. It’s a question we hear all the time, and the answer isn’t as simple as “natural is always safe.”

Essential Oils in Candles: The Pros and Cons

Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts that carry the scent and therapeutic properties of their source. They can be wonderful for aromatherapy, but when burned in a candle, things get more complex.

• The pros: Essential oils are natural, familiar, and can provide mood-enhancing aromas. They carry unique character that synthetic fragrances often can’t match, and many people enjoy the subtle wellness benefits they can provide when used thoughtfully.
• The challenges: Essential oils weren’t originally designed for high heat. Some can fade quickly when burned, resulting in weaker scent throw. Others can change in character when exposed to flame, producing aromas that differ from their original fresh scent. And because oils vary so widely in chemical composition, certain ones may not perform consistently—or safely—without careful formulation.

This doesn’t mean all essential oils are “bad”—it just means careful formulation matters.

The Go Candles Approach: Safety Meets Experience

At Go Candles, we’ve taken a balanced, science-backed approach. Our candles are made with a 50/50 blend of essential oils and natural non-toxic fragrance oils.

Why this blend?

1. Best of both worlds – You get the authentic aroma of pure essential oils plus the consistency and safety of natural fragrance oils designed for clean burning.
2. Consistency and stability – Essential oils alone can be unpredictable in candles (they can burn off too quickly, or smell different when heated). Blending with natural fragrance oils creates a stable, long-lasting scent.
3. Safety first – We design our candles with a professional aromatherapist to ensure that every formula is safe, effective, and enjoyable. Not all “natural” candles do this—but we believe it’s essential.

Natural Doesn’t Always Mean Safe

One of the biggest misconceptions in the candle world is that if something is “natural,” it must be safe. The truth? Even plant-based ingredients can be irritating or harmful if not handled correctly. That’s why ingredient choice, formulation, and testing are so important.

When you light a Go Candle, you can feel confident knowing:

• We use 100% natural coconut & soy wax (no paraffin).
• Every fragrance is free from phthalates, parabens, and toxins.
• Our blends are aromatherapist-approved for safety and wellness.

Why This Matters

You deserve candles that not only smell amazing but also contribute to a healthier environment for you, your family, and your workspace. Our mission has always been simple: to design candles that look great, smell great, and make you feel great—without compromise.

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Key Takeaway

Not all essential oil candles are created equal. The right blend of ingredients makes all the difference. At Go Candles, we carefully combine 50% essential oils with 50% natural non-toxic fragrance oils to deliver the cleanest, safest, and most enjoyable burn possible.

Because candles should elevate your space—not put your health at risk.

Try Go Candles today - and smell the difference!