The ultimate guide to candle care: Make your EshaRah candles last longer
Welcome to Your Candle Care Journey
At EshaRah Candles, we handcraft each candle with premium ingredients to bring warmth and luxury to your home. To help you get the most out of your candles—longer burn times, better scent throw, and a cleaner burn—follow these essential candle care tips.
The First Burn is Everything
The first time you light your candle sets the stage for its entire life. Always burn your candle long enough for the wax to melt completely across the surface to the edges of the container. This creates a "memory ring" and prevents tunneling.
Pro tip: For our standard-sized candles, this usually takes 2-3 hours. Be patient—it's worth it!
Trim Your Wick Before Every Burn
Before lighting your candle, trim the wick to about 1/4 inch. This simple step prevents mushrooming, reduces soot, and gives you a cleaner, brighter flame.
What you'll need: Wick trimmers or scissors work perfectly. Trim when the wax is cool and hardened.
Mind Your Burn Time
While it's tempting to let your favorite scent fill your space all day, limit burn sessions to 3-4 hours at a time. This prevents the container from overheating and helps your candle burn more evenly.
After 3-4 hours, extinguish the flame, let it cool for at least 2 hours, trim the wick, and relight if desired.
Store Your Candles Properly
Keep your unlit candles in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources. UV rays can fade colors and diminish fragrance over time.
Bonus: Store candles with lids on to preserve their scent when not in use.
Maximize Your Scent Throw
For the best fragrance experience:
Burn candles in appropriately sized rooms (our candles are perfect for medium-sized spaces)
Close doors and windows during the first 30 minutes of burning
Keep your candle away from drafts and vents
Safety First, Always
Never leave a burning candle unattended, keep candles away from flammable materials, place on heat-resistant surfaces, and keep out of reach of children and pets.
When to stop: Discontinue use when only 1/2 inch of wax remains at the bottom.
Ready to Experience the EshaRah Difference?
Now that you know how to care for your candles, you're ready to enjoy every luxurious moment. Whether you're burning our dessert-inspired scents, cozy breakfast candles, or seasonal favorites, these tips will help you get the most out of every single burn.
Have questions about candle care? Drop us a comment below—we'd love to hear from you!
Happy burning, The EshaRah Candles Team