Ultimate Candle Care Guide – Extend the Life of Your Candle

Proper candle care ensures a clean burn, longer-lasting fragrance, and maximum safety. Follow these expert tips to get the best performance from your all-natural soy wax candle.

1. Trim Your Wick Before Each Burn

• Always trim the wick to ¼ inch before lighting.
• Prevents soot, uneven burning, and excessive flame size.
• Use wick trimmers or scissors for a precise cut.

2. Let the Wax Pool Completely

• On the first burn, allow the wax to melt evenly across the jar (2–4 hours).
• This prevents tunneling, ensuring an even burn and maximum scent throw.

3. Burn Responsibly – 4 Hours Max

• Do not burn your candle for more than 4 hours at a time to prevent wick mushrooming and overheating.
• Let the wax cool and solidify before relighting.

4. Keep Candles Away from Drafts

• Airflow from fans, vents, or windows can cause flickering, uneven burning, and faster wax consumption.

5. Extinguish with a Snuffer or Lid

• Blowing out candles creates smoke and wick debris.
• Use a wick dipper, snuffer, or the candle lid for a clean, smoke-free extinguish.

6. Store Candles Properly

• Keep candles in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and heat.
• This preserves fragrance strength and prevents wax from softening or discoloring.

7. Stop Burning at ½ Inch of Wax

• Burning past ½ inch of wax can overheat the glass jar, leading to breakage.
• Use a candle warmer if you want to enjoy the last bit of fragrance safely.

8. Repurpose Your Candle Jars

• Once finished, clean out the jar with warm, soapy water.
• Reuse it for storage, planters, or home décor!

Candle Care Done Right = A Better, Safer Burn

By following these candle care tips, you’ll enjoy a cleaner burn, stronger fragrance, and longer-lasting candle life.