Holiday candles are seriously the best smelling candles, right? Unfortunately, while they are good at masking smells they do not remove indoor pollutants. According to new research burning candles in your home can negatively impact the air quality inside your home and be harmful to your health.
According to a Study Finds article:
Home fragrance products can also produce several volatile organic compounds(VOCs), which can be harmful to health. Particulate matter can cause short-term health effects like coughing and sneezing, and irritation of the eyes, nose, throat, and lungs. Long-term exposure can increase the risk of heart disease, lung cancer, and chronic bronchitis. Particulate matter can also worsen some existing conditions, such as asthma.
Source: StudyFinds