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1. Before lighting your candle, trim the wick 1/4 inch to prevent excessive smoke and uneven burning. Long wicks can lead to soot buildup and uneven melting.
2. When lighting a candle, use long matches or a long-reach lighter. Keep your hair and loose clothing away from the flame. Always use a candleholder specifically designed for candle use. It should be heat resistant, sturdy, and large enough to contain any drips or melted wax.
3. Allow your candle to burn for at least 1-2 hours during its first use. This helps the wax melt evenly across the surface and prevents tunneling, where a hole forms in the center of the candle.
4. Place the candleholder on a stable, heat-resistant surface. This will also help prevent possible heat damage to counters and table surfaces and prevent glass containers from cracking or breaking.
5. Avoid drafts, such as open windows, fans, or high-traffic areas. This will help prevent rapid or uneven burning, sooting, and excessive dripping which can be a fire hazard.
6. Allow the entire top layer of wax to become a liquid pool before extinguishing the candle. This helps prevent the formation of a tunnel and maximizes the fragrance release.
7. Use a candle snuffer or gently blow out the flame to extinguish the candle. Avoid blowing directly onto the wax, as this can cause hot wax to splatter.
8. Don't burn a candle for more than 4 hours at a time to prevent overheating and excessive soot buildup. Allow the candle to cool down before relighting.
9. Keep the wax pool clear of wick trimmings, matches and debris. These can ignite and create a fire hazard.
10. Keep burning candles out of reach of children and pets. Never leave a burning candle unattended.