Let’s be honest: candles are cute until they’re chaotic. We’ve all had that moment when the flame is way too high, the wick looks like a tiny bonfire, and suddenly you’re Googling “what to do if my candle looks mad at me.”
So let’s avoid the drama, shall we? Here’s your unofficial-yet-essential guide to burning candles like a responsible adult (or at least pretending to be one).
1. Trim your wick (yes, we’re going there)
Before you light it up, give that wick a little haircut - about ¼ inch will do. It keeps the flame steady, helps your candle burn evenly, and prevents that weird mushroomy soot situation. Think of it as self-care, but for your candle.
(Bonus: a properly trimmed wick means your candle lasts longer and so does your impact. Every hour you enjoy it, your dollars are quietly helping support maternal health initiatives. Win-win.)
2. Let it melt…all the way
First burn? Commit to it. Let the wax melt evenly to the edges before blowing it out. Otherwise, you’ll end up with that tragic “tunnel” effect where your candle basically gives up halfway through life.
We’re in this for full potential, your candle deserves that, and so do the mothers your purchase supports.
3. Don’t ghost your candle mid-burn
Never leave a candle unattended, near anything flammable, or on a wobbly surface. Your coffee table is not an obstacle course.
If you need to step away, blow it out (gently, not with the force of your exhale during an argument). Safety first, vibes second.
4. Know when to let go
When there’s about half an inch of wax left, it’s time to say goodbye. I know! Endings are hard. But trying to light a nearly empty jar is just asking for a cracked container or a very smoky situation.
Clean it out, repurpose the jar, and light a new one (because your next candle keeps the good work going).
5. Bonus tip: Match your mood, not your mess
Candles are meant to soothe, not stress. Light it when you want to feel calm, cozy, connected or like you have your life together for five whole minutes.
And every time that wick flickers, remember: this isn’t just ambiance. It’s advocacy. Each candle you burn helps fund maternal health programs that make real change possible.
So yeah, you’re basically multitasking - creating a peaceful moment and saving lives. (Take that, to-do list.)
In short: burn bright, burn safe, burn with purpose.
Because the only thing we want lit around here is the candle — not your curtains.
Ready to burn responsibly (and beautifully)?
Grab your next favorite candle — the kind that smells like calm and funds real maternal health impact.