Lighting a Canopy Candle is more than just illuminating your space—it’s a mindful ritual of calm, wellbeing, and indulgence. To get the longest-lasting burn, strongest fragrance, and safest experience, it’s essential to know how to care for your candle properly. Our candles are hand-poured in the UK, made from 100% natural soy wax, & biodegradable combining luxury, sustainability, and mindful living.

Follow this guide to make the most of every flicker, keep your home clean and safe, and extend the life of your favourite candles.

First Burn Matters

The first time you light your candle is crucial. For even burning and preventing tunnelling:

• Allow your candle to burn long enough for the wax to melt evenly across the top.

• This may take 1–2 hours, depending on the candle size.

• Avoid extinguishing the candle too soon—a full melt pool ensures your candle lasts longer.

Trim Your Wick

Keeping the wick at the right length ensures a clean, toxin-free burn:

• Trim the wick to 3-5mm before each burn.

• This prevents excessive soot, smoke, and uneven burning.

• Longer wicks can cause flames that flicker too high or produce a smoky burn, which reduces the candle’s lifespan.

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Burn Time & Safety

For optimal safety and performance:

• Do not burn candles for more than 4 hours at a time.

• Keep away from drafts, flammable objects, and pets.

• Always place your candle on a heat-resistant surface.

Following these practices ensures your biodegradable candle burns safely, releasing the maximum fragrance without harming your home environment.

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Reuse & Sustainability

At Canopy Candles, sustainability is at the heart of our craft:

• Reuse jars after the candle has finished for storage, plant pots, or home décor.

• Recycle packaging to reduce waste.

• Our 100% soy wax and biodegradable materials mean you’re enjoying a candle that’s better for the planet, making every flicker a mindful, eco-conscious choice.

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Maximize Fragrance

To enjoy the full scent experience:

• Allow your candle to burn until the wax pool reaches the edge of the container.

• Avoid covering your candle while it’s burning.

• Store candles in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve fragrance and colour.

By caring for your candle properly, you’ll extend its life and maximise the calming, wellbeing-enhancing scents.

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Mindful Candle Rituals

Candle care isn’t just about maintenance—it’s an opportunity to practice mindfulness:

• Light your candle during meditation, bath time, or quiet reflection.

• Focus on the flame, fragrance, and moment, letting it enhance wellbeing and relaxation.

• Treat your candle as part of a ritual that nurtures the mind, body, and home.

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Common Candle Care Mistakes

Avoid these common issues to keep your candle safe and long-lasting:

• Burning for too short a time ? causes tunnelling

• Trimming the wick too short ? reduces flame size and fragrance

• Exposing to drafts ? uneven burn and soot

• Using paraffin or synthetic candles interchangeably ? Canopy Candles are soy-based and biodegradable.

Why Canopy Candles Are Different

• UK Hand-Poured: Artisan craftsmanship ensures consistent burn and quality.

• 100% Soy Wax: Clean and biodegradable for a healthier home.

• Small Batch & Limited Edition: Exceptional fragrance and premium finish.

• Mindful & Calming: Designed for relaxation, wellbeing, and eco-conscious living.

Caring for your Canopy Candle is about enhancing the sensory experience, prolonging the life of the candle, and embracing mindful, sustainable living.

Final Tips

• Always keep wicks trimmed.

• Burn long enough to create a full wax pool.

• Avoid drafts and extreme heat.

• Enjoy every flicker as a moment of calm.

With these steps, your Canopy Candle will deliver long-lasting fragrance, clean and safe burn, and mindful enjoyment every time.