A few candle basics...

Trim the wick to ¼ of an inch before each burn for an even burn and to limit sooting of the wick (and trim the wick after each burn!)

When lighting for the first time, ensure the wax melts across the entire surface to prevent tunneling

Do not burn your candle for more than 3-4 hours at a time (pro tip: this preserves the fragrance really well)

Do not let a candle burn all the way; best practice is top stop burning when there is ¼ inch of wax left in the vessel

Keep the wax pool free of wick trimmings and debris

Extinguish candle with a snuffer, do not blow out; if the flame becomes too high, extinguish and let the candle cool before re-lighting

Do not leave a burning candle unattended and leave out of reach of children and pets

Never burn a candle on or near anything that can catch fire; keep burning candles away from drafts

Always store your candle in a cool, dark area