Candles are simple, but a few things genuinely matter. Here's what we'd tell you if you asked in person.
The first burn sets the tone
Burn your candle until the melted wax reaches the edge of the vessel. For the 7oz glass that's usually 2–3 hours; for the 4oz tin, about 1–2.
Wax has a memory. If you blow it out before the surface melts edge to edge, the candle will keep tunneling down the middle and waste the wax around the sides. Give the first burn the time it needs.
Trim the wick every time
Trim to about ¼ inch before each burn. An untrimmed wick makes a large flame, soot on the glass, and a faster burn. Scissors, nail clippers, or a wick trimmer all work.
If you see black smoke, put it out, let it cool, trim, and relight.
Don't burn it too long
Four hours maximum per session. Past that the vessel gets hot, the wick mushrooms, and the fragrance actually gets weaker — an overheated candle burns off scent rather than releasing it.
Know when to stop
Stop burning when about ½ inch of wax remains. Below that the vessel can overheat.
The basics
- Burn on a heat-resistant, level surface
- Keep away from drafts, curtains, and anything flammable
- Never leave a burning candle unattended
- Keep away from children and pets
- Remove the plastic cover before lighting
A note on our wax
We use a softer wax on purpose, as it holds fragrance and performs better. The tradeoff is that the surface is more delicate than a harder waxes, and may show a mark, a slight texture, or a little unevenness after shipping.