One Dozen 100% Beeswax Tea-lights - Beeswax candles are naturally drip less and smokeless. Beeswax candles tend to have a longer burn time than candles made from other substances. Under certain conditions, even beeswax candles may be caused to drip. The most common is a draft blowing on the flame. All candles should be burned out of a draft. Drafts cut down on burn time.