How to Make Your Candles Burn Brighter and Longer
We all know candles are more than just pretty little flames and delicious fragrances—they are mood setters. They are stress melters. They are the queens of cozy. So, if you want your favourite candles to burn brighter, longer, and sassier, follow these five easy-peasy tips.
1. Trim That Wick
First things first: grab those scissors or a fancy wick trimmer (because why not be bougie?). Cut the wick to about 1/4 inch before every burn. Why? Because long, unkept wicks cause soot, uneven flames, and drama. Keep it trim, keep it classy.
2. Let It Burn (the First Time!)
When you light your candle for the first time, commit to it like a Netflix binge. Let the wax pool all the way to the edge of the container (approx 2-4 hours) before you blow it out. This prevents tunneling—that annoying hole-in-the-middle situation that wastes a whole lotta wax. Remember: first impressions matter, even for candles.
3. Stop the Marathon Burns
Sure, you’re tempted to let your candle burn all night long, but don’t. Limit your burn time to maximum of 4 hours at a time. This will prevent overheating the glass or wasting that precious wax.
4. Keep It Clean
Listen up—if you want your flame to shine bright like a diamond (and not like a smoky, sad mess), you got to keep that wax pool pristine. No one wants wick trimmings, burnt matches, or mystery crumbs floating around like uninvited party guests. Before you light up, do a quick sweep and let your candle live its best, clean-burning life.
5. Snuff It Like a Pro
Blowing out candles? So last season. If you’re still huffing and puffing like it’s your birthday, it’s time to level up. Grab a candle snuffer or place a metal lid on top—no messy smoke, no rogue wax splatters, just a clean, classy extinguish. Plus, let’s be real, nothing says candle connoisseur like putting out a flame with effortless style.
There you have it—your crash course in candle care. With these tips, your candles will burn longer, brighter, and look fabulous while doing it. So, go on, light it up, and bask in the glow of your well-earned candle karma.
Because when it comes to candles—and life—burning out is not an option.