Indoor Air, Pollute and wax melts

Your Scented Wax Melts Can Pollute Indoor Air as Much as a Diesel Engine
You might want to think twice about setting the mood with a scented wax melt (or at least open a window at the same time): a new study finds that these flame-free candles can create levels of indoor air pollution on par with diesel engines and gas stoves.
Air fresheners and wax melts can make your indoor air more dirty than outside
When you make your house smell good with air fresheners, wax melts, or diffusers, you’re also polluting the air—and hurting your lungs.
New study finds scented home products could release dangerous indoor air pollution
A new study found that some common scented home products could be creating a worrying amount of indoor air pollution - as much as diesel engines.
Purdue professor says wax melts contribute to air pollution
You may enjoy using wax melts to perfume different rooms while you’re at home. But, did you know these products can pollute the air? Purdue University Assistant Professor Nusrat Jung says wax melts can expose users to a “heavy dose of air pollution.
Air pollution may be higher inside your home than outdoors, study reveals
A new study reveals that people may be exposed to unhealthy levels of airborne pollutants inside their homes, even if the outdoor air quality is good.
Air inside your home may be more polluted than outside due to everyday chemical products
Bringing aromas indoors with the help of chemical products -- yes, air fresheners, wax melts, floor cleaners, deodorants and others -- rapidly fills the air with nanoscale particles that are small enough to get deep into your lungs,
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Study reveals scented wax melts pump toxic nanoparticles into your home
Remember how you switched to those cute little wax melts because they seemed safer than candles? Surprise! Turns out you've ...
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‘Safer’ flameless candle wax melts may not be so safe after all
Discover how wax melts work and the potential air quality issues when used indoors, along with expert recommendations.
Scented Wax Melts Create Particles in Indoor Air That ‘You Shouldn’t Be Breathing In’: 'Comparable to Diesel Engines'
The particles eminating from burning scented wax melts indoors can create a “tremendous amount” of indoor air pollution — ...
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The air inside your home may be more polluted than outside
Scented wax melts have gained popularity as a stylish and aromatic alternative to traditional candles and incense. These ...
Scented home products release as much indoor air pollution as car exhaust
New research has shown that scented wax melts and other products release as much indoor pollution as a diesel engine.
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Scented products cause indoor air pollution on par with car exhaust
Using scented products indoors changes the chemistry of the air, producing as much air pollution as car exhaust does outside, ...
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Why You Should Stop Using Scented Candles—For Good
Image via Unsplash. The warm flicker and aroma of scented candles can create an atmosphere of comfort and relaxation. But ...
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Research shows the unseen danger of air fresheners and cleaning products
In a "tiny house lab" - a dedicated residential lab space for indoor air quality research - Jung and Boor are using the latest industry-developed air quality instruments to track how household ...