Scentsy products + birds

[Mizzely]

Everyone keeps calling them "burners" - we are not burning anything here. We are warming scented wax to just above room temperature. No smoke or flames involved. Just wanted to clarify.

That's correct, however its not the wax, smoke, or flame that is an issue. It's the scents and oils that are the problem.

 

[StellaMacaw]

Aside from the scents, I think the wax "could" be an issue too. You never know. I did a quick search on paraffin wax, and found this:

III. Acute Effects :A. Inhalation :If heated it emits paraffin wax fumes :- possible irritation of the eyes and the respiratory tract, more particularly in sensitiveindividuals- nausea.

source: http://digitalfire.com/4sight/hazards/ceramic_hazard_paraffin_toxicology_364.html

I think most of us can agree that a bird can be considered a "sensitive individual", especially when it comes to anything to do with the respiratory system. Personally, I would not take the chance either. I don't really like smelly stuff anyways, so no loss on my part.

 

[Mizzely]

I think the wax "could" be an issue too. You never know. I did a quick search on paraffin wax, and found this:


source: http://digitalfire.com/4sight/hazards/ceramic_hazard_paraffin_toxicology_364.html

I think most of us can agree that a bird can be considered a "sensitive individual", especially when it comes to anything to do with the respiratory system. Personally, I don't think it would be wise to take that chance, but everyone is entitled to their own opinions.

Good point, thank you!

 

[Birdasaurus]

I think of it this way.....strong smells trigger my migraines, be it from candle, perfume, scented wax, even soap. Thus, strong fragrances, no matter their mode of transmission, can cause issues in sensitive individuals. I wouldn't risk the stuff being near my birds, but wouldn't worry about it in a completely different part of the house with a window cracked.

 

[Amaterasu]

I don't think the risk is worth it. I think natural methods of a good smelling home smell better any way. I'm going to start growing herbs inside with my Aerogarden. I'm sure that will make my house smell great without putting my birds at risk. The only true risk is my cats chewing anything I grow inside to little pieces.