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A new study shows that scented wax melts can create indoor particle pollution on par with “diesel engines” The particles ...

The research, published in Environmental Science & Technology Letters, reveals that scented wax melts actually generate significantly more indoor air pollution than traditional candles.

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The particles eminating from burning scented wax melts indoors can create a “tremendous amount” of indoor air pollution — similar to pollution caused by diesel engines. “If you’re using ...