Burning Instructions & Tips to Make Your Candle Last

We want you to have a great experience with your Laly's Candles so we are sharing tips we have discovered to create an optimal burn!

We have found that the optimal burn for our candles is achieved with a short wick. Our wicks burn best when they are trimmed to approximately 1/4".  We recommend trimming the wick before every burn. No special tools are needed! This can be done by snapping the burnt ends off with your fingers.

Your first candle burn sets the stage. To avoid tunneling, let your candle burn 1 hour for every 1" in diameter during the first use. This means burning for at least 4 hours to ensure the wax melts evenly from edge to edge.

Why this matters: Burning the candle this length of time will prevent the wax from tunneling on the side of the jar.

Candle Maintenance Tips

• Trim the wick to ¼" before every burn. Use a wick trimmer to reduce soot, flickering, and uneven flames.
• Burn in a well-ventilated room, away from drafts, fans, or air vents. This helps your candle burn evenly and prevents smoke.
• Avoid unstable surfaces and never burn near curtains or edges where it could be knocked over.
• For optimal performance, burn your candle for no more than 6 hours at a time. Let it cool for 2 hours before relighting.

While Your Candle Is Burning

• Limit your burn time to approximately 3 to 4 hours to prevent the candle jar and wax from overheating.
• Never move a candle with melted wax—the jar and wax can be dangerously hot. Never leave a candle unattended.
• If your flame gets larger than 1 ½”, please extinguish the candle and allow it to cool. Once your candle cools, you can trim your wick to approximately ¼”. Remove the wick trimmings before relighting your candle.
• Always keep your candle in view. If you leave the room, extinguish the flame first.
• If your candle turns black it’s probably because it was burning in a direct draft, or it was burning for too long. Once it cools and hardens, the scorched wax can be wiped away with a rag or cloth.

When It’s Time to Extinguish

• Use the lid to safely extinguish your candle. This minimizes smoke and prevents hot wax from splattering.
• Never use water to put out a candle this can cause glass containers to break
• Let the candle cool fully before touching or moving it.

Follow the “Half-Inch Rule”

When only 1/2 inch of wax remains, it’s time to say goodbye. Continuing to burn past this point may overheat the glass and damage your surface. Following this rule helps prevent cracking or breakage.

How to Store Your Candles

Our hand-poured candles are made with premium parasoy wax and phthalate-free oils, both sensitive to temperature and light. For best results:

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight or harsh lighting to prevent discoloration and scent fading.
• Never leave candles in your car—heat can cause melting; cold can cause cracking.
• After exposure to cold, allow your candle to return to room temperature for at least 2 hours before lighting.