Candles have memories, too.  Just like that scent that sparks a special memory in us, a candle remembers how long it’s been burned and shapes itself to that burn time, especially its first burn.Prevent tunneling and extend the life of your candle by following these burning guidelines:1st burn: minimum of 2 hoursOther burns: minimum of 2-4 hours When you follow these guidelines, your candle will last for a minimum of 40 hours, delivering a potent-but-headache-free aroma right down to the last light. Keep your candle wicks clean and trimmed with our gorgeous gold candle wick cutter.