Candle Safety Tips: How to Burn Scented Candles Safely
A scented candle can make a room feel warmer and more inviting, but it is still an open flame. With a few simple candle safety habits, you can enjoy RELOURA candles as part of your everyday ritual with confidence.
1. Never Leave a Burning Candle Unattended
Always extinguish a candle before leaving the room, even for a short time. Never leave a candle burning while you sleep.
2. Keep Your Candle Away From Flammable Items
Keep candles well away from curtains, books, bedding, paper and loose fabrics. Choose an open area with plenty of clear space around the flame rather than a crowded shelf or surface.
3. Place Candles on a Stable, Heat-Resistant Surface
Set your candle on a flat, sturdy surface that will not tip easily and can handle heat. A tray or coaster can also help protect furniture from heat and wax.
4. Keep Candles Away From Children and Pets
Place burning candles somewhere children and pets cannot easily reach or knock them over. Extra care is important in homes with curious children or active pets.
5. Trim the Wick Before Burning
Keep the wick trimmed to around 5mm before lighting. A properly trimmed wick helps the candle burn more steadily and can reduce excessive flame and soot. For more practical advice, read our candle care guide.
6. Avoid Drafts
Keep candles away from fans, open windows and air-conditioning vents. Strong airflow can make a flame flicker, burn unevenly and affect how the wax melts.
7. Do Not Burn the Candle All the Way Down
Stop burning when only a small amount of wax remains. Continuing to burn a candle when the vessel is nearly empty can cause the container to become excessively hot.
8. Extinguish Your Candle Carefully
Use a candle snuffer or gently blow out the flame. Never use water on a burning or hot candle, as it can cause hot wax to splatter. Allow the vessel and wax to cool before moving it.
Enjoy the Ritual, Safely
Candle care does not need to be complicated. Whether you are lighting the Iced Latte collection for a cosy evening or choosing a floral candle from the Mazzo di Fiori collection, a few simple habits help keep the experience calm, beautiful and safe.