There are no shortage of stores online which sell soy candles. The choices can be overwhelming at first, but hopefully this article will help in your decision. Many factors must be looked at before you make a purchase, so be sure you research each company carefully. Taking the time to look closer at each online store will save you time and money in the long run.

Here are some tips to help you buy candles online:

1. Check Shipping & Ordering Information
Before you fall in love with a specific candle and scent, be sure you read all the information they have on their ordering process and shipping times. Handmade candles can take up to 2 weeks to ship, some even longer. If there is no shipping or ordering information anywhere on the site (and you may have to dig deep), you may want to just move on.

2. Check FAQ or Product Information
What are the candles made of? Are they soy or a soy blend? Not all soy candles are made from 100% soy, so be sure you read information on the website about what their candles are made from. If it’s a big secrete or they say “soy blend”, watch out. It’s hard to tell exactly what is in the candle if they aren’t completely up front about it.

Some terms which may be used are “FAQ” or “Soy Information” which may give you clues at to what their candles are made from. They might also have the details directly on the home page of their site or store as well, so be sure to read everything you see.

3. Checking Prices
Prices are going to be a bit harder to fully research, since many factors may change the cost. Generally you will find jelly jars to be the least expensive, while tins and other jars a little more pricey. Although one thing you’ll need to keep in mind - you get what you pay for. Some candles are less expensive because they are not soy, or a lower quality.

Novelty jars and candles can also be more expensive. Unique items are sometimes worth paying for, depending on what you are buying the candle for in the first place. A teddy bear jar is going to be more expensive, but worth it as a gift for a teddy bear and candle lover.

The main thing you’ll want to may attention to is the size of the candle. If there is a specific style you like, check to see how many ounces the candle you are wanting has. If it just says “small” or “large”, you may want to shop elsewhere.

4. Choosing Scents
Sometimes this is far from an easy choice to make. Some online candle stores specialize in only a few scents, while others have 50, 100, or more. You’ll want to read scent descriptions carefully, since some odd names may not be what you expect.

For example, the scent “Hummingbird” is not anything you would really expect. It’s a blend of fruit and florals. “Innocence” is complex blend with florals, musk, and a few other scents.

There are many other factors in helping you decide how to buy candles online, but these are the main points. If possible, try out samplers or smaller sized jars before making a large purchase with any one company.

Happy shopping!