Bougie Hermit Candle: Get The Perfect Flame
Get The Perfect Flame: Your Complete Candle Care Guide
Proper candle care isn't just about aesthetics—it's about safety, longevity, and getting the most out of your luxury candles. Follow these expert tips to ensure a safer, longer-lasting flame experience with every burn.
Essential Candle Care Steps
1. Trim the Wick to ¼ Inch
Before each burn, trim your wick to ¼ inch using a wick trimmer. This prevents smoke, soot, and black carbon buildup while creating a steady, beautiful flame. This applies to all our candles, from woody fragrances to floral blends.
2. Allow a Full Melt Pool on First Burn
The first burn is crucial. Let your candle burn until the wax melts completely to the edges (1-3 hours depending on size). This prevents tunneling and ensures you get every bit of fragrance from your premium candle.
3. Keep Away from Drafts
Position your candle away from windows, fans, and air vents. Drafts cause uneven burning, flickering, and shortened burn time—whether you're burning our oriental fragrances or musky scents.
4. Wooden Wicks Require Patience
Some of our candles feature wooden wicks for that distinctive crackle. They may need relighting on the first burn—this is normal! Trim wooden wicks to ⅛ inch and remove any charred bits before each use.
5. Use Proper Lighting Tools
Use long-reach lighters or extra-long matches for safety. Never use short matches that put your fingers too close to the flame.
6. Be Mindful with Matches
Never throw used matches into the wax. Keep a small container nearby for used matches to maintain the purity of your candle.
7. Choose the Right Surface
Always place candles on heat-resistant, stable surfaces. Avoid flammable materials like wood or fabric. Our glass tealight holders provide a safe, elegant solution.
8. Never Leave a Candle Unattended
This is the golden rule of candle safety. Always extinguish your candle when leaving the room or going to sleep.
9. Keep Away from Children and Pets
Place candles out of reach to prevent accidents. Safety first, always.
10. Don't Move a Hot Candle
Allow your candle to cool and the wax to solidify completely before relocating it.
11. Extinguish Carefully
Use a candle extinguisher or wick dipper instead of blowing out your candle. This reduces smoke and keeps your space smelling fresh.
Flame-Free Fragrance Options
Love the scent but want a flame-free option? Explore our reed diffusers, aroma melts (use with our wax melt warmer), or room mists for continuous fragrance without the flame.
Complete Your Candle Care Kit
Elevate your candle experience with our home fragrance accessories:
Sustainability & Safety Resources
For more candle safety guidelines, visit the National Candle Association. When your candle is finished, consider recycling the jar or repurposing it as a planter or storage container.