Welcome to Wax Cut
I handmake each candle at my home in Round Rock, TX. I use wooden wicks and a premium satin soy wax that burns cleaner and much longer. I also use clean, phthalate-free fragrance oils that are unique, sophisticated, and created using pure essential oils from around the globe.
I am starting out with three custom scents, but check back frequently as I plan on adding new scents frequently.
Why Wax Cut Candles?
We only use Phthalate-free oils
What are Phthalates?
Phthalates are a group of chemicals used to make plastics more durable. They are often called plasticizers. Some phthalates are used to help dissolve other materials. Phthalates are in hundreds of products, such as vinyl flooring, lubricating oils, and personal-care products (soaps, shampoos, hair sprays, and yes... candles).
Phthalates are used in candles as a binding agent so they won't separate as easily, increasing their shelf life. This is really important for mass produced, machine made candles that will be widely distributed and sit in a warehouse for months and months before they ever see the light of day.
Why are Phthalates bad?
Phthalates are a series of widely used chemicals that demonstrate to be endocrine disruptors and are detrimental to human health. Chronic exposure to phthalates will adversely influence the endocrine system and functioning of multiple organs, which has negative long-term impacts on the success of pregnancy, child growth and development, and reproductive systems in both young children and adolescents. Burning candles with Phthalates are also linked to causing asthma, ADHD, cancer, behavioral issues, and reproductive issues.
Are Phthalates banned?
Several countries have established restrictions and regulations on phthalates, but we have only begun to do so in the US. In 2017, the Consumer Product Safety Commission banned the use of eight ortho-phthalates in children's toys and child-care articles. But in terms of their use in vinyl plastics and personal care products, there's currently no specific legislation by other governmental agencies. Every Wax Cut Candle is used with Phthalate-free essential oils. I wouldn't burn candles made with Phthalates in my house and I wouldn't expect you to either. The oils cost more, but it is worth it!
Three Little Birds
On May 30th, 2022, I lost one of my best friends, Justin "JcHA" Chamberlain. Justin and I were roommates back in college. Justin is survived by the love of his life, Britney, and their kids Bentley, Luna, and Banks.
Coming Soon: Three Little Birds Candle - 100% proceeds will go to Britney and the kids. If you would like to donate to directly, please visit the Three Little Birds Go Fund Me here: Three Little Birds Go Fund Me
You can also check out his T-shirt business Cozy on Pluto here: www.cozyonpluto.com
Cozy on Pluto
5-Star Hedonist - RIP Edition
In loving memory of Justin Michael Xavier Chamberlain. We appreciate every one of you for your unwavering support and celebration of Justin's life. On the front, you will find the last painting that he made adorned with polka dots which were his favorite things to paint, in the center is JcHA encompassed as a symbol. On the back, you'll find the last design that Justin created. He considered himself a 5-star Hedonist, a hedonist being a person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life; they are pleasure-seekers. I have also included a quote I found in some of his writings that encapsulates Justin's spirit: "I say yes to anything that loosens the grip of me on myself" JcHA May we all find the pleasures in life that set our souls on fire.