Can scented candles be placed in the bedroom? How long can scented candles be used?

We are all very familiar with scented candles. Many people like to use this product, but some people like to put scented candles in the bedroom. So we need to know whether scented candles can be placed in the bedroom? How long can scented candles be used?

Can scented candles be placed in the bedroom?

It is harmful to put aromatherapy in the bedroom. Aromatherapy is a special fragrance diffuser made of porous and breathable ceramics. As long as you open the lid and inject essential oil, the room will be filled with fragrance. However, the aromatic hydrocarbons contained in it are low-toxic. Long-term inhalation of harmful substances released by burning incense may cause coughing, asthma attacks, and even lung cancer in severe cases. Therefore, when using aromatherapy, you should pay attention to keeping the room ventilated normally. Natural essential oils can make the indoor air full of a light and elegant smell, eliminate bacteria in the air, and eliminate indoor pests. From this point of view, it is still very good. However, the aromatic hydrocarbons in essential oils are low-toxic, so if you fumigate the room for a long time and make the concentration of the aroma in the air too high, it will be harmful to the human body, especially pregnant women.

How long can scented candles last?

The service life of scented candles is not fixed. The burning time of each scented candle is different depending on the material, volume, weight, thickness of the candle wick and other factors of the candle itself, as well as environmental influences. Common materials for scented candles include paraffin, soy wax, beeswax and other plant waxes. The burning time of soy wax is longer than that of paraffin. The thickness of the wick will also affect the burning time of the scented candle. The thicker the candle wick, the slower the burning time. The thinner the candle wick, the faster it burns and the easier it is to break. The more commonly used candle wick specification on the market is 2.5mm in diameter, which consumes about 5 grams of wax per hour of burning. It mainly depends on whether there is wind in the use environment. The rapid flow of air will cause the candle flame to shake and accelerate the melting of the wax oil. Therefore, if you want to use it for a longer time, you can use a windproof cup or temporarily close the doors and windows.

Can scented candles be blown out?

The reason why scented candles and alcohol lamps cannot be blown with the mouth is the same, so the method of extinguishing scented candles can also refer to the method of extinguishing alcohol lamps - isolating from the air. In junior high school chemistry class, the teacher often emphasized that when extinguishing an alcohol lamp, you must not blow it with your mouth, so as not to blow it bigger and bigger, burn yourself, or cause a fire. Instead, you should cover it directly with the lid of the alcohol lamp. After isolating the air, the alcohol lamp will naturally go out. When scented candles are sold, they usually come with candle cups and candle lids. When extinguishing scented candles, just cover them with the candle lid. If you can't find the corresponding candle lid, other larger glassware can also be covered on the cup, as long as it can isolate the air.

Can I bring scented candles on board an airplane?

Scented candles can be carried on board or checked in. Items that cannot be carried on board but can be checked in include: except for controlled knives, such as fruit knives, razors and other daily knives, scalpels and other professional knives, and cosmetics. If you do not have time to check them in, you can go through the relevant procedures and have the security department keep them for you within the specified time. Firearms (including various simulated toy guns, micro-launchers and various types of offensive weapons), ammunition, military equipment, police equipment, explosives, flammable and explosive items, highly toxic items, radioactive items, corrosive items, dangerous solutions and other prohibited items are not allowed on board or can be checked in with luggage or cargo. Anyone carrying or smuggling the above items will be immediately handed over to the public security organs for handling once they are found.