Candles were primarily made from tallow (rendered fat of a cow) and beeswax in Europe from the Roman period until the modern era, when spermaceti (from sperm whales) was used in the 18th and 19th centuries, and purified animal fats (stearin) and paraffin wax (a solid extracted from crude oil) since the 19th century.
Today's Candles:
Candles have come a long way since their initial use. While they are no longer used as a major source of light, they continue to grow in popularity and use. Today, candles serve to symbolize a celebration, ignite romance, soothe the senses, honour a ceremony, and accent home decors - casting a warm and lovely glow for all to enjoy.