Why do candles drip less than they used to?

Question

It’s harder and harder to find drippy candles nowadays, most are drip-less. Is it cheaper to produce these? Is it a safety thing?

I’m writing this from the UK if that helps, as it might not be universal.

In: Chemistry

Answer 1

Dripless candles are made from a harder was than regular, so the wax only melts near the flame, not farther out in a place it could drip from. Not sure if it’s cheaper or not.