Paraffin wax scented candles release harmful VOCs like benzene and formaldehyde, posing health risks, especially for ...

Another way to try to make yourself sneeze is by massaging the nose, says Bracamonte. Using your fingers, gently squeeze the ...

Right now, my house smells like sandalwood. I love it, the warmth, the calm, the way it makes my space feel instantly inviting. For many of us, lighting a scented candle is a ritual: a little spark of ...

Neurologist Dr. Priyanka Sehrawat warns against gifting scented candles this festive season. She highlights harmful chemicals ...

were also found in candle fumes that are products of wax, aroma substances, or combustion dyes.' They listed the most common ...

Christmas themed candle. Image by Tim Sandle. Christmas themed candle. Image by Tim Sandle. According to a YouGov survey published on 24 November 2023, the majority of U.K. adults have already put up ...

These chemicals can irritate the respiratory system, leading to symptoms like coughing, sneezing or congestion." If you know you’re sensitive to such irritants, he advises steering clear of candles ...

When saying "achoo" might hurt you. Dec. 22, 2008— -- It might have been just another summer day at the office. But when Erina Ramly of Chestnut Hill, Mass., felt a tickle in her nose as she ...

"This time of year, we are seeing the highest amount of respiratory issues and infections," said Dr. Adam Johnson, an Emergency Medicine Physician at Sharp Grossmont Hospital. CBS 8 spoke with Dr.