Big Dipper Wax Works 2x4 1/2 Pillar Meditation, 1 Each 100% Pure Beeswax Tapers Wicks are made from 100% cotton and contain no lead or metal Traditional hand-dipped manufacture Should candle show 'bloom' simply rub with a soft cloth to restore luster. Beeswax is the most efficient and environmentally responsible choice for candles.