Pardon My French & Co. Candle Care & Safety Guide

Burn Within Sight: Always keep a burning candle in view. Never leave it unattended.

Keep Away from Flammable Objects: Place your candle on a stable, heat-resistant surface, away from curtains, furniture, papers, and other items that could catch fire.

Keep Away from Children & Pets: Ensure your candle is placed in an area that’s out of reach for children and pets to prevent accidents.

Trim the Wick: Before each burn, trim the wick to about ¼ inch (6 mm). This helps maintain an even burn, reduces soot, and extends the candle’s life.

First Burn = Full Melt Pool: On your first use, allow the candle’s entire surface to become liquid. This prevents tunneling and ensures a consistent burn thereafter.

Limit Burn Time: For safe and optimal performance, burn your candle for no more than 3–4 hours at a stretch.

Maintain a Clean Wax Pool: Keep wick trimmings, matches, and any debris out of the wax to avoid uneven burning or potential fire hazards.

Monitor Candle Height: Discontinue use when only ¼ inch of wax remains at the bottom. Burning a candle down too low can cause the container to overheat or break.

Use a Snuffer to Extinguish: Safely extinguish your candle using a snuffer or by gently blowing out the flame. Do not use water, as it can cause hot wax to splatter.

Store Responsibly: Keep candles in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures, to preserve their fragrance.