Lighting a candle should feel like a little moment of calm, a gentle pause in your day. With the right care, you can enjoy longer-lasting candles. This guide covers everything you need to know to get the most out of your candle.
Understanding Your Candle Sizes
Each candle size has been thoughtfully designed to suit different moods, moments, and spaces. Knowing how long to burn each candle helps you enjoy the perfect scent and glow safely.
Small Candles (Single Wick):
Ideal burn time: 1–2 hours
Perfect for short, relaxing moments or as a subtle accent in your space.
Large Candles (Double Wick):
Ideal burn time: 3–4 hours
Perfect for larger areas and provides a stronger fragrance throw
Maxi Tealights (50g):
Ideal burn time per session: 1–2 hours (total burn time up to 12 hours)
Perfect for small areas and shorter sessions
Planning your burn time prevents overheating, keeps your candle vessel safe, and ensures a consistent fragrance experience.
Candle Care: Simple Steps for a Cleaner, Longer Burn
These simple steps will help your candle glow from start to finish.
1. Trim your wick before every burn
Keep your wick around 4–5mm to prevent black smoke, mushrooming, and uneven burning.
2. Allow a full melt pool on the first burn
Let the wax melt all the way to the edges of the jar. This prevents tunnelling and sets up an even burn for the life of your candle.
3. Keep your candle away from drafts
Open windows, fans, or air conditioners can make the flame flicker, causing uneven melting. Burn in a steady, draft-free area for the best results.
4. Burn for 1–3 hours at a time
Short burns can cause tunnelling; very long burns can overheat the vessel. Aim for 1–3 hours per session.
5. Stop using your candle at 1cm of wax
Once only 1cm of wax remains, retire your candle to protect the jar and stay safe.
Enjoy Every Moment
Beautiful fragrance is all about gentle care. Following these simple steps ensures your Amaree Collection candles provide the best experience, from the first light to the very last melt.
