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Your Scented Wax Melts Can Pollute Indoor Air as Much as a Diesel Engine


You might want to think twice about setting the mood with a scented wax melt (or at least open a window at the same time): a new study finds that these flame-free candles can create levels of indoor air pollution on par with diesel engines and gas stoves.

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