Make every moment last. A few simple rituals help your candle burn beautifully, evenly, and safely.
The candle care guide
Six thoughtful tips to get the most out of your favorite candle.
As your candle burns, you may notice “mushrooming”: a small carbon buildup at the tip of the wick. Before every burn, allow the wax to cool and trim the wick to approximately 5 mm, removing the mushroom and any loose trimmings. This helps reduce soot and oversized flames while encouraging a steadier burn.
A small trim makes a beautiful difference.Short burns can cause “tunnelling,” leaving wax around the sides of the jar. Allow enough time for the melted wax to reach the edges, which may take around 1.5 hours or longer depending on the candle’s size. Always follow the burn time on your candle’s label, and never exceed four hours to chase a full melt pool.
Give your candle time to find its glow.Place your candle on a level, heat-resistant surface, away from drafts and anything that can catch fire. Open windows and fans can create an unstable flame. A calm, even surface helps your candle burn evenly and keeps your space safer.
A steady surface. A draft-free space.We love the peaceful atmosphere of a lit candle, but let it rest after no more than four hours—or sooner if the label specifies. Longer sessions can overheat the container and lead to soot. Allow the jar and wax to cool completely before trimming the wick and lighting again.
Beautiful moments deserve a little pause.If the flame flickers excessively, produces a lot of smoke, or becomes unusually high, extinguish your candle. Give it time to cool, check for drafts, and trim the wick to approximately 5 mm before relighting. Never leave a burning candle unattended.
A calm flame is a cared-for flame.A bumpy or uneven surface after cooling can be normal with natural wax blends. Temperature changes and cooling conditions can affect how the surface looks. This texture alone does not mean something is wrong with your candle; continue following the same care steps before your next burn.
Natural wax has its own character.