Candle Safety and Care Tips
- Its Scent
- Jan 28
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 10
Discover essential candle safety and care tips to enhance your burning experience. Learn how to prolong your candle's life, prevent tunnelling, and keep your space safe and inviting.
Our candles are designed to provide hours of blissful fragrance and ambiance. Follow these tips to ensure your candles burn beautifully, safely, and for longer.
Safety Guidelines:
Always burn candles within sight and on a heat-resistant surface.
Keep candles away from flammable materials, children, and pets.
Do not burn candles to the very bottom of the container; leave at least 5mm of wax to prevent overheating.
Burn candles for 2–4 hours at a time to prevent tunnelling or wick movement.
Ensure the flame is fully extinguished before leaving the room.
Candle Care Tips:
The First Burn is Key: On the first use, allow the candle to burn for 3–4 hours or until the wax has melted evenly across the surface. This helps prevent tunnelling and ensures a longer-lasting candle.
Trim Your Wick:Â Keep the wick trimmed to 5mm before each burn to avoid high flames, smoking, or sooting. Removing carbon buildup (the "mushroom" shape) ensures a clean, even burn.
Avoid Draughts:Â Place your candle in a well-ventilated area but away from draughts or fans to prevent uneven burning or flickering flames.
Keep the Wax Clear:Â Remove any debris, such as wick trimmings or matches, from the wax pool. This prevents secondary wicks from forming and burning the wax faster.
Extinguish with Care:Â Use a candle snuffer or a metal tool (such as the end of a teaspoon) to dip the wick into the melted wax and then lift it upright. This reduces smoke and primes the wick for the next use.
Protect Your Surfaces:Â Always use a heatproof surface and avoid moving candles while the wax is liquid.
Monitor Low Wax Levels:Â Stop burning your candle when approximately 10mm of wax remains. This prevents overheating or damage to the container.
Important Reminder:
Never leave a burning candle unattended, and ensure the flame is fully extinguished before leaving the room. By following these guidelines, you can enjoy your candles safely while maintaining their quality and elegance.