Wax Melt & Candle Safety

How to Safely Enjoy Your Wax Melts and Candles: Tips for a Cosy, Worry-Free Burn 🕯️✨

We’re all about creating those cosy vibes, whether you’re winding down after a long day or setting the scene for a night of self-care. But before you strike that match, let’s make sure you’re enjoying your wax melts and candles safely. A few simple steps can go a long way in keeping your space calm, fragrant, and accident-free.

Wax Melt Safety Tips 🔥

Wax melts are a gorgeous, flame-free way to fill your space with scent, but they still need a bit of attention. Here’s how to enjoy them properly:

  • Use an unscented 4-hour tea light in your wax burner. Longer burn tea lights can overheat the burner not ideal.
  • Never overfill your burner. A little goes a long way. Overfilling can cause spills and make clean-up a nightmare.
  • Burn for no more than 4 hours at a time. It’s plenty of time to enjoy the scent without stressing your burner.
  • Let it cool completely before moving. Always wait for the wax to solidify and the burner to cool before handling.
  • Keep wax melts out of reach of children and pets. Hot wax and curious hands or paws don’t mix.
  • Only burn on a flat, stable surface. Avoid wobbly tables or uneven shelves.
  • Never leave a lit tea light unattended. Seriously, don’t risk it.

Candle Care & Safety 🕯️

Candles deserve a little TLC too. With the right care, they’ll burn better, last longer, and stay safer.

  • Trim the wick to 5mm before lighting. This prevents sooting and helps your candle burn evenly.
  • If the wick is curled at the top, simply blow out the flame and trim it down to no more than 5mm.
  • Keep away from anything flammable. That includes curtains, paper, and clothing.
  • Always place on a flat, even surface. Keep things level to avoid accidents.
  • Burn away from draughts. Wind can lead to uneven burning or flickering flames.
  • Burning multiple candles? Make sure there’s space between them — they shouldn’t melt each other.
  • Never move a candle while it’s burning or the wax is liquid. Let it cool first.
  • Keep candles well out of reach of children and pets. No exceptions.

Final Thoughts đź’«

A few mindful steps can make all the difference when it comes to safe, enjoyable home fragrance. Follow these tips, and you’ll get the very best out of your wax melts and candles with total peace of mind.

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