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Candle Safety & Care – Burn Your Froth N Flames Candles the Right Wayycandle

Froth N Flames, we are dedicated to creating high-quality, eco-friendly soy candles that provide long-lasting fragrance and a clean burn. To ensure you get the best experience from your candle, it’s important to follow proper candle care and safety guidelines. 

How to Burn Your Candle for Optimal Performance

For the best burn, allow your candle to achieve a full melt pool on the first burn. This means letting the wax melt all the way to the edge of the jar, which typically takes one hour per inch of diameter. Since soy wax has a memory, burning for too short a time may result in tunneling, causing an uneven burn in future uses. A natural carbon buildup may occasionally form on the wick, especially with highly scented soy candles. This is normal and does not affect the quality of your candle. For a safe and clean extinguish, avoid blowing out your candle. Instead, put the lid back on or dip the wick into the melted wax, then reposition it upright for the next use.

Candle Safety Tips

While candles are a safe and enjoyable product, improper use can pose a fire hazard. Follow these essential candle safety guidelines to keep your home safe:

General Safety Precautions

  • Never leave a burning candle unattended. Always extinguish before leaving the room or going to sleep.
  • Keep candles away from flammable objects, including furniture, curtains, bedding, paper, and decorations.
  • Place candles out of reach of children and pets to prevent accidental tipping.
  • Always use a heatproof surface—if using a pillar candle, place it in a bowl to catch any melted wax.

Proper Wick & Wax Maintenance

  • Trim your wick to ¼ inch before each burn to prevent excessive smoking and uneven burning.
  • Keep the wax pool free of debris, including wick trimmings, matches, or dust.
  • Avoid burning a candle longer than recommended—overburning can cause excess heat and weaken the container.

Candle Placement & Airflow

  • Keep candles away from drafts, vents, and fans, as strong airflow can cause an uneven burn, flickering, or excessive soot.
  • Never touch or move a burning candle, especially when the wax is liquid.
  • Do not use sharp objects to remove wax from glass containers, as this can weaken or crack the glass.

Extinguishing Your Candle Safely

  • Use a candle snuffer to extinguish the flame safely, preventing wax splatter.
  • If you don’t have a snuffer, replace the lid or dip the wick into the melted wax, then straighten it for the next use.
  • Ensure the candle is completely extinguished before leaving the room. The wick ember should no longer be glowing.

When to Stop Burning Your Candle

  • If your candle flickers excessively, produces too much smoke, or the flame is too high, extinguish it immediately. Let it cool, trim the wick, and check for drafts before relighting.
  • Leave at least 2 cm of wax in the bottom of the jar to prevent overheating and possible cracking of the container.

By following these candle care and safety tips, you’ll enjoy a long-lasting, beautifully scented experience with every Froth N Flames candle.

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