How to burn your candle?

Soy candles burn longer and cleaner than paraffin, but getting the most out of them means following a few simple rules.

How to Burn Your Candle Correctly

1. Trim the wick to 5mm before every light. This prevents smoking and an oversized flame.
2. The first burn is critical. Let the candle burn until the entire top layer melts edge-to-edge (2–3 hours). This prevents tunnelling.
3. Keep it away from drafts. Drafts cause uneven burning and push the flame into the glass.
4. Burn for 2–4 hours per session. Never more than 4 hours at a time.
5. Extinguish with a snuffer, not by blowing.
6. Stop at 1cm of wax. Never burn below 1cm.

These steps give you the full burn time from your Smelty soy candle. Also read our candle safety guide and tips on choosing the right candle size for your room.