If you follow a vegan lifestyle, you may be wondering if Yankee Candles are a suitable option for you.
In this post, we’ll explore the vegan status of Yankee Candles and offer some tips for choosing vegan-friendly candles.
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Are Yankee Candles Vegan?
Yankee Candles are not certified as vegan-friendly per se, and the company does not specifically state that their candles are vegan on its website.
However, upon checking several of their candle collections, it appears that the candles in their range are not tested on animals and do not use any animal-derived ingredients.
Yankee Candles use a variety of waxes in their candles, including paraffin wax, soy wax, and beeswax.
I can see that their beeswax candles would not be vegan-friendly though.
Paraffin wax is derived from petroleum and is considered vegan, as it is a byproduct of the petroleum industry.
Soy wax and beeswax, on the other hand, are derived from plants and are typically considered vegan.
It is worth noting that some vegan consumers may choose to avoid beeswax due to its association with the beekeeping industry.
While beeswax is considered vegan, it is not considered cruelty-free as it is produced by bees and may involve the exploitation of bees.
Related – Here is more on how Yankee make their soy candles.
Are Yankee Candles cruelty-free?
Yankee Candles are certified as cruelty-free, and the company does specifically state that their candles are cruelty-free on their website.
Upon checking their website, it appears that the company does not conduct, commission, or pay for any animal testing on their products or ingredients.
If cruelty-free products are important to you, it is always a good idea to check the company’s policies and certification status before making a purchase.
You can also look for third-party certifications, such as the Leaping Bunny or PETA’s Beauty Without Bunnies, which certify that a company does not conduct, commission, or pay for any animal testing on their products or ingredients.
How can you tell if a candle is vegan?
To determine if a candle is vegan, you should check the ingredients and wax type used in the candle.
It is also a good idea to check the company’s policies and certification status to ensure that the candle is not tested on animals or made with animal-derived ingredients.
You can also look for third-party certifications, such as the Leaping Bunny or PETA’s Beauty Without Bunnies, which certify that a company does not conduct, commission, or pay for any animal testing on their products or ingredients.
If you’re ever in doubt, simply reach out to the company and ask them directly.
Any company that is vegan-friendly will be more than happy to tell you so!
What candle brands are certified as vegan-friendly?
If you are looking for vegan-friendly candles, there are several brands that are certified as vegan by third-party organizations.
According to Vegan.com, some examples of candle brands that are certified vegan include:
- Goodlight Natural Candles
- Soy Tealight Candles
- Pacifica
- Pure Botanica
- Yankee Candles (as discussed in this article)
It is important to note that certification status can change, so it is always a good idea to check the company’s policies and ingredients list before making a purchase.
Does Yankee sell beeswax candles?
Yes, Yankee Candles does offer a selection of beeswax candles in their range.
It’s only their beeswax candles that Vegan.com states are not vegan-friendly.
While beeswax is considered vegan, it is not considered cruelty-free as it is produced by bees and may involve the exploitation of bees.
I’ve seen vegans with differing opinions on this matter, however, so I’ll leave that up to you to decide based on your own personal beliefs.
Related – Here is more on how Yankee make their candles and what they use!
In Summary
Yankee Candles may not be certified as vegan or cruelty-free on their labels, but their candles are not tested on animals and do not use any animal-derived ingredients.
While their candles are not specifically marketed as vegan, they do offer a selection of candles made with vegan-friendly waxes, such as soy wax and beeswax.
If in doubt, to ensure that you are choosing vegan-friendly candles, it is important to check the ingredients list and the company’s policies before making a purchase.
There are also several brands that are certified as vegan by third-party organizations, which can be a helpful reference when shopping for vegan-friendly candles.
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