Candle Care
Candle Care: Enhancing Your Candle Experience
At Light of the Shaman, we believe that taking care of your candles not only prolongs their lifespan but also enhances your overall candle experience. Proper candle care ensures a clean and even burn, maximizing the fragrance throw and creating a safe environment for you to enjoy the soothing glow and captivating aromas of our candles. Here are some simple tips to help you make the most of your candle:
1. Trim the Wick: Before lighting your candle, always trim the wick to approximately ¼ inch (0.6 cm). This helps prevent excessive flickering, sooting, and uneven burning. A trimmed wick ensures a steady flame and minimizes smoke, creating a cleaner and more enjoyable ambiance.
2. Allow the Wax to Cool: During the first burn, let your candle's wax melt completely across the surface. This process, known as creating a wax pool, helps prevent tunneling and encourages an even burn in subsequent uses. Remember to allow sufficient burning time for the wax to melt completely, typically one hour per inch of the candle's diameter.
3. Burn in Sessions: It's best to burn candles in sessions of 3-4 hours at a time. This prevents the candle from overheating and extends its overall burn time. If you need more fragrance or ambiance, simply relight the candle after a cool-down period, allowing the wax to solidify before lighting it again.
4. Keep Away from Drafts: Ensure that your candle is placed on a stable surface away from drafts. Air currents can cause uneven burning, excessive flickering, and may even lead to safety hazards. Keep curtains, fans, open windows, and air conditioning away from the candle to maintain a steady flame.
5. Extinguish Safely: Use a candle snuffer or gently blow on the flame to extinguish your candle. This helps prevent wax splatters and ensures that no smoke or sparks are produced. Avoid using the candle lid or any other object to smother the flame, as this can create a mess or damage the wick.
6. Store Properly: When not in use, store your candles in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Sunlight can cause discoloration, and excessive heat can soften or melt the wax. By storing your candles properly, you'll maintain their appearance, fragrance, and performance for a longer time.
By following these simple candle care tips, you'll be able to enjoy the full beauty and benefits of our Light of the Shaman candles. If you have any further questions or need additional guidance, don't hesitate to reach out to our dedicated team. We are here to assist you in creating a truly enchanting and transformative candle experience.
Illuminate your space, enhance your rituals, and let the light guide your path. Light of the Shaman is honored to be a part of your journey.
At Light of the Shaman, we believe that taking care of your candles not only prolongs their lifespan but also enhances your overall candle experience. Proper candle care ensures a clean and even burn, maximizing the fragrance throw and creating a safe environment for you to enjoy the soothing glow and captivating aromas of our candles. Here are some simple tips to help you make the most of your candle:
1. Trim the Wick: Before lighting your candle, always trim the wick to approximately ¼ inch (0.6 cm). This helps prevent excessive flickering, sooting, and uneven burning. A trimmed wick ensures a steady flame and minimizes smoke, creating a cleaner and more enjoyable ambiance.
2. Allow the Wax to Cool: During the first burn, let your candle's wax melt completely across the surface. This process, known as creating a wax pool, helps prevent tunneling and encourages an even burn in subsequent uses. Remember to allow sufficient burning time for the wax to melt completely, typically one hour per inch of the candle's diameter.
3. Burn in Sessions: It's best to burn candles in sessions of 3-4 hours at a time. This prevents the candle from overheating and extends its overall burn time. If you need more fragrance or ambiance, simply relight the candle after a cool-down period, allowing the wax to solidify before lighting it again.
4. Keep Away from Drafts: Ensure that your candle is placed on a stable surface away from drafts. Air currents can cause uneven burning, excessive flickering, and may even lead to safety hazards. Keep curtains, fans, open windows, and air conditioning away from the candle to maintain a steady flame.
5. Extinguish Safely: Use a candle snuffer or gently blow on the flame to extinguish your candle. This helps prevent wax splatters and ensures that no smoke or sparks are produced. Avoid using the candle lid or any other object to smother the flame, as this can create a mess or damage the wick.
6. Store Properly: When not in use, store your candles in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Sunlight can cause discoloration, and excessive heat can soften or melt the wax. By storing your candles properly, you'll maintain their appearance, fragrance, and performance for a longer time.
By following these simple candle care tips, you'll be able to enjoy the full beauty and benefits of our Light of the Shaman candles. If you have any further questions or need additional guidance, don't hesitate to reach out to our dedicated team. We are here to assist you in creating a truly enchanting and transformative candle experience.
Illuminate your space, enhance your rituals, and let the light guide your path. Light of the Shaman is honored to be a part of your journey.