Candle care are methods used to ensure a clean + safe burn as well as maximize the life of your candle. Before each time you light your candle, trim your wick to 1/4" and burn your candle no longer than 4 hours at a time.  Always burn your candle until the wax pool reaches the side of the jar to prevent tunneling. Enjoy your candle until 1/2" of wax remains at the bottom of the jar. Do not burn your candle with less than 1/2" of wax remaining. Lighting a candle without enough wax can cause the jar to overheat. Keep candles away from fans, open windows, hot surfaces, children, and pets. Always burn your candle on a heat safe surface. Never leave a candle unattended. You can check out our candle wick trimmers, dippers, and snuffers here: https://www.sweetwaterdecor.com/collections/candle-care-kits