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 each of our beeswax tea light candles. The dimensions listed are an approximation and will vary slightly for each candle. Please consider each candle a work of art.
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 –
I love these tealights!!!!……they burn the perfect amount of time to create an inviting glow when gathering around the dinner table, especially nice when having dinner guests. I always order 6 or more packs to take advantage of the discount 🙂
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Anonymous –
These are the best tealights I have ever purchased. I am a regular customer; I make sure to always have a pack of these tealights on hand.
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Anonymous –
I love these tealights! Bee Hive Candles are the only candles I use because I have allergies and they don’t have a strong fragrance. I enjoy the soft glow of the candles, especially during the holidays. I burn them often and I feel good about using these candles in my home because they are beeswax.
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Anonymous –
The delivery was timely and the candles burned great. I got the 6 pack in aluminum cups since I know aluminum can be easily recycled compared to the plastic ones. The subtle sweet smell when you light it was also lovely.
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Anonymous –
Great candles! I purchased a six-pack of these tea lights in the metal cups. Each candle is easily removed from its cup, so I weighed each one. Four were .5 ozs., two were .6 ozs. All candles burned for 4 hours, give or take a few minutes. Excellent flame through entire candle burn; no wimpy flame. And all candles burned completely. The wick bases are just slightly smaller than their cups, so the wicks remained very centered in the cups throughout the entire burn. I haven’t had an issue with the small wick bases before; but the larger wick base is a nice attention to detail in the manufacturing process. Thank you, Bee Hive Candles, for such wonderful tea lights!
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Anonymous –
VERY GOOD !
LIKE THEM
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Anonymous –
I always order from Beehive to replenish my supply of tealights; they are the best I have found and Beehive has quick delivery and excellent customer service. I also appreciate that the tea lights are packed with compostable peanuts.
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Anonymous –
I only buy these candles because they burn cleaner and longer and brighter. Delivery service is exceptional; I received my order in just a couple days. I continually come back because you can’t find anything better!
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Anonymous –
A friend bought some Beehive candles for me one Christmas. They were so wonderful that when they ran out, I sought out Beehive candles again. They burn so clean.
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Anonymous –
The candles arrived within a week. Very nicely packaged. We have not lit any of the tea lights as of yet, but they appear to be made of non-soy ingredients.
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Anonymous –
Great candles and better than others I’ve tried. I will buy them again. Thanks for all the helpful information.
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Anonymous –
very nice lights
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Anonymous –
Very happy. Will be sure and order again. Thank you. 😊
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Anonymous –
I1/21/19
I recently ordered tealights, love them cleaner burn. Will order more as I need.
M.H.
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Anonymous –
Quick shipping and quality product
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Anonymous –
I love the fresh clean smell
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Anonymous –
I bought the tea lights in the tin they are safe and healthy to inhale..love them
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Anonymous –
Love the candles – longer burn time, the smell and look (clear plastic cups are recyclable and look better than tin votives). Love that they’re human made with love and respect for the health of people and the environment. Rated a 4 since these are my first beeswax votives – so have no comparable to know if they are the best. Arrived super quickly. Will definitely re-order and try other products.
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Anonymous –
Excellent product !! thank you much
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Ski –
For the price of these candles the wax should burn all the way down to nothing, in the case of these tea lights there is plenty of wax left over with no wick left. I haven’t a clue what to do with the wax, I hate to throw it out, after all, those bees worked their tails off for it!
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Bee Hive Candles –
Thanks for your input Ski! Please note that almost every candle will have a little bit of wax remaining, this is normal. The tea lights should burn completely if they are not extinguished past the 1/2 way mark. Our burning tips page will have more info on how to best burn each type of candle to achieve their maximum use.
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Annie Ashes –
These bees wax tea light candles are everything Beehive Candles claims. I’ve bought them in years past and will again.
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