Candle Care

Our candles are gorgeous creations that need a little TLC to perform at their best so here are few things to consider:

  • Location, Location, Location

Before you can light your brand-new candle, you must decide where to place it. Candles should always be placed on a non-flammable/heat resistant surface and kept away from children, pets, and flammable objects. Once a candle is lit, ensure it is placed away from drafts, vents, and ceiling fans to minimize smoking or the wick blowing out prematurely as this will result in the candle burning unevenly. Oh, and never leave a burning candle unattended and avoid touching or moving lit candles.

  • That First Burn

Patience is a virtue. When lighting your candle for the first time, burn the candle until the wax melts across the surface of the entire jar creating a pool of wax that reaches the edge. This may take 2-4 hours, but it will prevent your candle from tunneling. It also sets the tone for creating an even burn for the duration of the candle's 'life'. Take it nice and slow so the light can last.

  • Trims 

There is no need to trim the wick for the first burn as the first one is on us. Just light and enjoy. However, just like your hairstylist recommends a trim every 3-4 months, we recommend that you trim your wick before every use.

The wick needs to be approximately 3/16” to 1/4” above the wax. Basically, you’re removing the black section at the top of the wick, but not too much off the top. This controls the size of the flame, which allows you to get maximum burn time and fragrance out of your candle. Additionally, at this length, you will decrease the chances of mushrooming which can result in unnecessary soot. If soot forms on the inside of the vessel, extinguish the candle, and wait for it to cool. Then wipe away the soot with a clean damp cloth, trim the wick and relight. Light soot is normal.

  • Let it Burn...Only 4 hours though

Avoid burning your candle for more than 4 hours at a time. We know it smells good and it’s giving you all the feels but burning your candle for more than 4 hours at a time can cause the glass to overheat, crack or break, the wick to get too long, and other potentially dangerous things. Let’s just be on the safe side and stop at 4 hours.  

  • We’ve Got to Cool It Now 

Always allow your candle to cool completely AND solidify before relighting. If the top of the candle looks like a boiled egg not properly boiled or a cheesecake not fully done, then let your candle be. Patience my dear. It takes about 2 hours for candles to cool and solidify so while you wait, light another one. You did buy more than one, Right?!?!

  • Put a Lid on it...to Complete Look

Once you’re done burning your candle for the day and it’s completely cooled, replace the lid or lent cover that came with your candle. This will keep dust and debris out of your candle until you light it again. Should you forget to recap your candle, please check your candle for dust and debris prior to lighting and remove any dust and/or debris.

Also, remember to never use the lid to extinguish the candle flame (that’s dangerous y’all), store your candles in a cool, dark, and dry place, and never add foreign substances to your candle.

  • Although We’ve Come, to the End...

Endings are often sad, but for candles the end is the chance for a new beginning. Once 1/2” of wax remains in your vessel, PLEASE STOP. Use of your candle beyond 1/2" of wax remaining will result in a poor aroma and it is not safe. Once the wax is sitting just above the silver wick clip at the bottom of the jar, it’s time to repurpose your beautiful vessel.

  • Cheers to New Beginnings-Repurposing Your Vessel

Option 1

Allow you candle to fully cool. Then place the candle vessel into the freezer for 10-20 minutes. Remove the vessel from the freezer and use a butter knife or spoon to remove the wax and toss in the trash. Be careful not to scrape the inside of the jar and do not pour wax or wax bits down the drain. Next, remove the wick and wick clip, then clean the vessel with soap and water. Your candle vessel is now ready to be used as decoration, a pen jar, a flowerpot, or any thing else you can imagine.

Option 2

Allow your candle to fully cool. Then fill the empty vessel with hot water (leave some room at the top) and let it sit. Once the wax floats to the top, drain the excess water and remove the wax. Do not pour wax or wax bits down the drain. Next, remove the wick and wick clip, then clean the vessel with soap and water. Your candle vessel is now ready to be used as decoration, a pen jar, a flowerpot, or anything else you can imagine.