An easy way of checking if your cigars are in an optimum condition is to press your thumb below the band. They should be firm to the touch, but spring back when you press them. If they don’t spring back then they are not humidified enough. If they feel soft and spongy, they’re over humidified Over humidifying can result in a white, powdery ‘bloom’ forming on your cigars. Whilst this is not harmful, it is unsightly and can easily be removed. You can simply brush the mould away from top to bottom using a shaving or pastry brush Ensure you rotate the layers of cigars from top to bottom from time to time if you don’t smoke them often Don’t store anything but cigars in your humidor. Your lighter, cigar cutter and any additional cigar accessories should be stored separately so as not to damage your cigars.