If you notice that you have patches of dry skin on your body, or see
age spots and wrinkles – have no fear for you can now combat the
premature signs of aging without having to go under the knife. All you
need for softer, smoother skin is a candle. No, you don't need a magic
or a miraculous candle. All you need is a simple moisturizing candle.

Moisturizing candles are just like your regular store-bought candles.
The difference between moisturizing candles and ordinary candles lie in
the wax that is used for the candle's body. Standard candles are made
of either paraffin or palm wax whereas the wax of moisturizing candles
is composed primarily of cosmetic grade soy oil mixed another additive.
Shea Butter and Vitamin E are sometimes included in the soy oil mix.
Shea Butter has anti-inflammatory properties and contains fatty acids
that help retain skin moisture and elasticity. Vitamin E contains
antioxidants which are vital in protecting skin cells from the sun's UV
rays and pollution. Soy oil, Shea Butter and Vitamin E all help in
keeping skin softer and smoother.

Moisturizing candles are used just like your regular candles, except
that moisturizing candles do not need much heat to melt. The soy oil wax
base melts 2 degrees higher than the normal body temperature. To use
moisturizing candles, simply light the wick and let the wax melt until
it forms a pool of oil. Dip your fingers into the melted oil pool,
taking care not to burn yourself. The oil can then be spread on your
skin. Moisturizing candles can be used to help heal burns, sores and
scars, moisturize cracked heels, cuticles and nourish the skin on your
hand, face and body. Daily use would diminish wrinkles and reduce the
appearance of age spots.

Just like regular candles, moisturizing candles can be scented or
unscented. Having scented oils added into the candle wax mix will not
diminish the moisturizing properties of the soy oil wax. It may even
enhance the 'healing' process because, not only will your skin be
rejuvenated by the creamy oil mixture, your body will be relaxed as your
senses absorb the soothing aroma the burning candle is giving off.

Unlike standard candles which are sold by itself, usually wrapped in
plastic or paper, moisturizing candles usually come in small jars or
glass bottles. The container serves as a decorative home to the solid
candle and a vessel to hold the wax / soy oil when the candle melts.

Moisturizing candles are a fast, efficient, cost effective, healthy
and natural way of caring for dry, dehydrated skin. However, despite the
benefits, moisturizing candles must still be used with care. The hot
wax can burn your skin or, in some cases, aggravate a pre-existing skin
condition. To be safe, do not apply the oil from moisturizing candles on
open wounds, and it may be best to consult with your doctor before
embarking on a new skin regimen.

Moisturizing candles would make ideal personal or corporate gift and
these can be purchased singly, in packs or by bulk if to be used as
corporate give-aways.