Candle & Wax Melt Safety Guidelines

We love cozy vibes. We love safe vibes even more. Here’s how to enjoy your candles and melts—worry free.

Applies to all Candles by Christie products. Always follow your warmer and candle manufacturer’s instructions.

Bert: Start with one cube for small rooms. Big, open spaces? Go two. Never add water. Deal?

Wax Melt Safety

Use only in UL-listed electric or tea-light warmers on a stable, heat-safe surface.
Start with 1 cube. Add a second for larger rooms. Overfilling causes spills and weak throw.
Never add water or other liquids. Do not ingest. Keep away from children and pets.
Keep clear of drafts, curtains, paper, or anything flammable. Do not leave unattended.
Unplug or extinguish before moving the warmer. Let wax cool fully before touching the tray.
Tea-light warmers: use only unscented tea lights; never stack or use oversized candles.

When scent fades, turn off and cool until wax is just cloudy—then pop it out. Fully cooled? Warm for 30–60 seconds to loosen.
Or, while warm, absorb with cotton balls, then wipe the tray with a paper towel.
Dispose of cooled wax in trash. Do not pour down drains.
Wipe dish clean and dry before the next use for best fragrance throw.

Trim wick to ¼″ (6 mm) before every burn. Remove trimmings and debris from wax pool.
First burn: allow a full, even melt pool to the edges (≈2–3 hours for most jars) to help prevent tunneling.
Max single burn: 3–4 hours. Extinguish, let cool, re-trim, and relight as needed.
Always burn on a heat-safe, level, non-drafty surface, away from vents, curtains, and flammables.
Never leave a burning candle unattended. Keep away from kids and pets.
Stop burning with ~½″ (12–13 mm) of wax remaining to protect the vessel and surface.
Jar may be hot—do not touch or move until fully cooled. Use a snuffer to extinguish; avoid blowing.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to protect fragrance and color.
Keep lids on when not in use to preserve scent.
Place candles and warmers at least 12″ (30 cm) from walls or overhangs for airflow.

Why trim the wick?

Short wicks burn steadier and cleaner, reducing soot and mushrooming while improving scent performance.

My candle tunneled—now what?

On the next burn, let it go longer to even out. A foil “tent” can help push heat to the edges. Always monitor closely.

Pets at home?

Always keep flames and warmers out of reach. Ventilate regularly. When in doubt, choose a wax melt in a safe, elevated location.

Can I reuse jars?

Yes—once fully cooled and cleaned of remaining wax and wick hardware. Not for food storage; think pens, plants, or craft bits.

Last updated: November 12, 2025