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Essential Candle Care Rules
Trim the wick to ¼ inch before every burn
First burn: 2–4 hours, until a full melt pool forms
Avoid drafts and airflow (fans, AC vents, open windows)
Burn no longer than 4 hours at a time
Extinguish with a snuffer or wick dip—not by blowing
These five rules solve most candle problems before they start.
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