Please remember that candles contain an open flame and should always be used with care. For the safety of you and your family, we encourage you to follow our universal candle care and safety guide.

 ⚠️ Safety Warning

For your safety and to ensure optimal candle performance, please follow these guidelines:

• First Burn: Allow the candle to burn for at least 2 hours during the initial use to prevent tunneling.
• Maximum Burn Time: Do not burn for more than 4 hours at a time.
• Keep Away: Always keep candles out of reach of children, pets, and away from drafts. Drafts can cause uneven burning, excess soot, and may overheat the jar.
• Never Leave Unattended: Never leave a burning candle unattended or near flammable items such as curtains, bedding, books, or décor.
• Trim the Wick: Trim the wick to ¼ inch before each use to ensure a clean, long-lasting burn and reduce soot.
• Do Not Burn Overnight: Do not use candles as night lights or leave them burning while sleeping.
• Overheating: If the jar becomes too hot, extinguish the flame and allow it to cool completely before relighting.
• End of Life: Discontinue use when about 1/2 inch of wax remains. To safely enjoy the remaining wax, consider using a wax melter.
• Allow the candle to cool and solidify completely before handling or relighting.
• Discontinue use when approximately 1/2 inch of wax remains at the bottom of the container
• BURN SMART & SAFE:

 

CANDLE MEMORY

The first burn is very important. You must allow your candle to burn minimum TWO hours. This allows the candle to burn evenly through the life of the candle. If not, the candle will tunnel. There are ways to correct a tunneling candle, but it's best to just let the candle burn for the first 2 hours without turning it off. 

*******Due to the tulip-style design of our jars, it is normal to see a small amount of wax remaining on the sides. This wax will gradually melt and even out as the candle continues to burn. ****** 

 

TRIMMING YOUR WICK

As your candle burns, carbon buildup may occur on the wick, often appearing as a "mushroom" shape. To ensure optimal performance and a clean, even burn, always trim the wick to approximately 1/4 inch before each use and remove any carbon buildup.

You can use wick trimmers, scissors, or even a nail clipper for this task. If none are available, allow the candle to cool completely and gently remove the excess carbon with your fingertips. 

Regular wick trimming is essential—not optional—for maintaining a clean-burning, long-lasting candle. 

Failing to trim the wick can cause the flame to grow too large, resulting in a faster burn rate and potential safety hazards. An untrimmed wick may also produce excess soot, which can discolor the jar and affect the overall appearance of your candle.

Trimming the wick to 1/4 inch before each use helps ensure a slower, cleaner, and more even burn. If your candle jar becomes too hot, extinguish the flame and allow it to cool completely before relighting.

For the best and safest experience, always trim the wick before each burn.

Why Candle Care Matters

Proper candle care is essential—not only for the safety of your home and family but also to extend the life and performance of your candle.

This Universal Candle Care Guide applies to all candles you own, not just ours. We’re committed to your safety and want every candle-burning experience to be both enjoyable and secure.

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Black Velvet Candles is not  responsible for damages that occur from improper use. 

Questions/concerns please contact us at 

blackvelvetcandles@gmail.com