The Dangers Of Hidden Health Behind The Aroma Candles Of Therapy And Room Restrictions

Illustration of aromatherapy wax (Freepic)

JAKARTA - The aromatherapy Candles, ornamentals, or room makers can help create a more comfortable atmosphere. However, a recent study conducted by Asit Kumar totaled from University College Cork and Marie Coggins from the University of Galway showed that the use of scented candles, room fragrances, and perfumes did not always have a positive impact.

Reporting from the Hindustan Times, although the scented room maker effectively covers an unpleasant odor, the product is unable to eliminate indoor air pollutants. In fact, some of them can actually increase levels of air pollution.

The use of indoor candles, especially aromatherapy candles, can lower air quality. When candles orselves are burned indoors with poor ventilation, exposure to indoor air pollution becomes more severe and has an impact on the health of the occupants of the house.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the use of aromatherapy candles in a closed room can increase the concentration of fine particles up to 15 times higher than the safe limit. In a room with poor ventilation, it takes hours to return the particle levels to normal levels.

Ornamental burning, for example, can produce a variety of hazardous chemical and particle compounds, including toxic gases such as carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxide. Room fragrances can also secrete volatile organic compounds that are at risk for health.

This even applies to organic wax though. Even though it is made from natural ingredients, this wax still produces harmful chemicals that can exacerbate indoor air pollution.

Exposure of particles from candles and room fragrances in the short term can cause disorders such as cough, sneezing, and irritation of the eyes, nose, throat, and lungs. Meanwhile, long-term exposure can increase the risk of serious illness, including heart disease, lung cancer, and chronic bronchitis.

People with conditions such as asthma are also prone to severe symptoms due to the use of scented candles and room fragrances.