Candle Care

Hello candle lover,

We’re so glad you’ve chosen Scentique Maison to fill your space with warmth and beauty. Discover tips for achieving the perfect burn with your Scentique Maison candles, a little care goes a long way in keeping it beautiful from the first light to the very last burn.

For best results, please allow a 2 week period from dispatch before burning to allow proper candle curing time.

Candle Care Starts with the Wick

Your wick plays a crucial role in how your candle burns, but not all candles require manual trimming. Many modern candles are designed with self-trimming wicks, which naturally curl as they burn. This curling action helps regulate the flame height and encourages excess carbon to fall away on its own, maintaining a clean and steady burn without constant intervention.

For container candles, it’s also completely normal to notice a slight rim of unmelted wax around the edge during burns. This is especially common in candles made with wax blends, such as gel and soy, which have different melting points. Gel wax melts more slowly and at a higher temperature than soy wax, so the melt pool may take longer to reach the edges. Over time and with longer burns, the candle will continue to burn down as the heat builds and the waxes fully integrate during use.

A small amount of sooting can occur during the first lighting, and this is both common and natural. The wick and wax initially warm up to stabilize, this typically resolves on its own once the candle reaches a consistent burn temperature and the flame settles.

A Wax Blend that Smells Like Bliss

Your candle is made with a natural soy wax base, chosen for its clean-burning and eco-friendly qualities. For our Cafe Range candles - we’ve blended it with gel wax to create those realistic looking iced cubes, giving the candle a dreamy latte appearance. Gel wax enhances its clarity and fragrance throw, creating an inviting and long-lasting scent experience.

The First Burn Matters

The first time you light your candle, let it burn for at least two hours, allowing the wax to melt evenly to the edges of the container. This prevents tunneling (the stubborn wax ring that refuses to melt) and ensures a smooth, consistent burn for future use. Rather than focusing on forcing a perfectly flat melt pool every time, it’s more important to allow the candle to burn naturally and consistently. Avoid covering the candle with anything or burning it in areas with drafts, fans, open windows, or air vents. Air movement can disrupt the flame, leading to uneven melting, excess soot, tunneling, or poor cooling behavior once the candle is extinguished. Drafts interfere with both the melting and cooling points of the wax, which can negatively affect the overall burn quality.

Handle with Care

While it’s tempting to enjoy your candle for hours on end, keep each burn session to a maximum of three hours. Overburning can cause the container to overheat, which isn’t ideal for your candle or your space. Always place your candle on a heat-resistant surface, away from anything flammable or drafty (like that open window or your laptop charger). If your candle’s container starts to feel hot, it’s time to give it a break. Remember, your candle is for ambiance—not a stovetop!