100% Pure Beeswax
We use only clean, lightly filtered, 100% pure beeswax from beeswax cappings in our beeswax candles, with no fillers or additives. Its non-toxic properties make it perfect for a clean burning and bright fuel source as a beeswax candle.
All of our beeswax is made in the USA.
Unlike paraffin candles, beeswax is hypo-allergenic, great for people with allergies or other sensitivities, and those of us who want a clean burning candle in our homes.
Hand Poured & Hand Finished
We craft all of our beeswax candles by hand. It takes an experienced hand to ensure each candle is perfect - we don't want any air bubbles, crooked wicks, or other imperfections. Each candle is inspected to ensure its quality. We have no "factory second" beeswax candles; if the candle doesn't make the grade, it goes right back into the wax melter.
Some candle makers will ship you their product directly after removing it from the mold where it is often unleveled, uneven, and simply unattractive. We've always taken the time to carefully hand finish each candle so that our beeswax candles are as stunning to look at as they are beautiful to burn.
Honey Scented
Our beeswax candles naturally give off a luscious honey aroma. Scent varies slightly based on honey, pollen, and propolis present in the beeswax.
A candle's scent throw (i.e. the candle's ability to deliver an aroma) varies based on personal sensitivities and environment.
Golden Colored
The raw beeswax we use comes from the hive as a light golden yellow color, which we call "Natural" when we refer to the candle's color. The natural color of beeswax is determined by the remaining pollen and propolis in the wax; this color varies a little between each batch.
Our naturally golden colored beeswax candles do not contain dyes.
Antique Look
Bloom is a white film that naturally appears on beeswax over time. Our colorful beeswax candles can be kept polished for a shiny modern look or let their age show by allowing the bloom to appear over time.
The bright color of beeswax is a great backdrop for showcasing the white antique finish of the bloom.
Smoke & Soot Free
Using clean burning beeswax candles is an excellent way to keep your home free of the smoke and soot that is a common result of burning paraffin candles.
When burned in a draft free environment with the wick trimmed to 1/4" a beeswax candle will burn bright and clean with virtually no smoke or soot.
Beeswax May Have Health Benefits
Negative ions are most commonly found near moving water, such as crashing waves, thunderstorms, and waterfalls. Negative ions are believed to produce biochemical reactions that increase levels of the mood chemical serotonin, helping to alleviate depression, relieve stress, and boost our daytime energy.
While it is still debated and not yet scientifically proven, it is believed that there are other natural negative ion generators too, including our specialty, beeswax candles.
Learn more about the Benefits of Beeswax
Naturally Drip Resistant
A beeswax candle is less likely to drip than other types of candles because of the complex molecular structure and higher melting point of beeswax. This allows the wick to burn the molten beeswax at just the right pace so it doesn't drip out of the wax pool. These qualities combined with a properly maintained wick, a level burning surface, and draft free environment will help prevent drips from occurring.
Beeswax candles are naturally drip resistant. Paraffin candles require chemical additives, like stearic acid, to make them drip less.
Candle Size
We hand pour all of our colonial beeswax taper candles. The dimensions listed are an approximation and will vary slightly for each candle. Please consider each candle a work of art. Our colonial tapers have an approximate base width of 7/8" and fit most standard size taper holders.
We make outstanding candles, but we are humans, not machines. Learn more about why candle size varies.
Burn Time
Burn time is a close approximation and will vary somewhat based on your environment and burning preferences. Our listed burning times are conservative averages, not a guarantee. Proper wick maintenance helps (keep wick trimmed, avoid drafts).
Some wax will remain unused after the wick has been fully burned, this is normal.
Anonymous –
Nice thick candles, great subtle honey scent. Beautiful neutral color goes with anything.
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Anonymous –
I see the difference between less expensive candles and these. No comparison. U get what u pay for; wonderful product
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Anonymous –
Our meditation group have been using Bee Hive Candles since 2009 and we love them. Some of our meditatiors have severe allergies and find these candles cause no problems. This year for the first
time we are trying the 10 inch colonial candles and find they burn better in light breezes which we have due to change of location. Thank you BEES and the people that care for them.
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Anonymous –
I think these candles are superb. I enjoy the glow and scent. I also appreciate all the information available after the description for burning them properly, especially for the pillars.
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Anonymous –
Well worth the cost, these beautiful candles have a slow, even burn and timeless classic look.
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Anonymous –
These are beautiful candles. I’ll be buying them again.
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Anonymous –
I love Beehive Candles! The colonial tapers last a very long time, couldn’t be happier with them.
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Anonymous –
These candles may not be the least expensive, but they are absolutely the best. They have a great natural scent without an added artificial beeswax scent some other products use. Also, the wick is not loaded with chemicals. This is especially noticeable by the smoke the candle produces upon extinguishing, which on this candle is not toxic smelling, but delicate and pleasant. I write this because of a recent experience with a competitor’s “100%” beeswax candle which caused allergic reactions to myself and my wife, smelled toxic and had to be thrown out in garbage.
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Anonymous –
Great service and product.
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Anonymous –
Realy nice candles. Thanks.
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Anonymous –
THE BEST, ever!
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Anonymous –
Very nice candles.
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Lew –
Ordered 12 pairs colonial taper. Arrived in nice heavy duty cardboard shipping box. Each pair of candles carefully wrapped and box was packed with plenty of styrofoam peanuts to assure candle protection during shipping. Candles arrived intact with no broken candles. Candles burn beautifully with nice bright mood lifting flame, especially when we burn them during the cold grey days of winter. It makes the room seem more cheery. Great product and will certainly order more when this order is used up.
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Craig in Colorado –
Hands down the best candles out there. I prefer the colonial taper for standard sticks. Steady, drip less, long-lasting with a very nice flat satin surface. My only complaint was on a large order not all the candles had powder applied inside the wax paper. The color match was slightly off but easy fix by applying my own if that particular. Would also be nice to see broader candle diameter options Highly recommended.
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Bee Hive Candles –
Thanks for your feedback Craig! The ‘powder’ you see on the outside of the candles is called bloom. This isn’t something we add, it forms naturally on beeswax over time. You can easily wipe bloom off with a towel, or let the candles rest for a month and all of the tapers should have bloom on them. 🙂
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Penny –
Think my title says it all – I have bought a wide arrange of these candles for years – they are top quality, cost effective, non-toxic and beautiful.
What more can I say!
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