Candle Safety and Burning Instructions
At Curiosity Candles, each candle is hand-poured with care using natural soy wax and cotton wicks.
For your safety and enjoyment, please follow the guidance below whenever burning your candle.
General Candle Safety
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- Never leave a burning candle unattended
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- Keep candles away from drafts, curtains, pets, and children
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- Always place candles on a stable, heat-resistant surface
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- Keep candles at least 10cm apart when burning multiple candles
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- Do not move a candle while it is lit or while wax is hot
Burning Instructions
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- Trim the wick to 5–7mm before each burn
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- Allow the wax pool to melt evenly across the surface on the first burn
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- Burn for no longer than 4 hours at a time
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- Extinguish candles safely — do not blow wax
When to Stop Burning
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- Stop burning when 10–15mm of wax remains
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- Discontinue use if the flame becomes excessively large or smoky
Handmade & Decorative Candles
Some of our candles are designed to be mainly decorative but are safe to burn.
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- Decorative or novelty-shaped candles may burn differently
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- Always monitor closely and place on a suitable dish
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- Trim wicks carefully to avoid uneven burning
After Use
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- Allow wax to cool completely before handling
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- Reuse or recycle packaging where possible
If you have any questions about candle care or safety, please don’t hesitate to contact us — we’re always happy to help.