Candle Safety Guide

How to Burn Your Candles Safely

At GlowWorthyMoments, we want you to enjoy your candles while keeping safety a top priority. Follow these guidelines to ensure a clean, long-lasting burn and prevent accidents.

Before Lighting

✔ Trim the wick to ¼ inch (cotton wick) or 1/8"–3/16" (wood wick) before each use.
✔ Use a proper candle holder—heat-resistant, sturdy, and large enough to catch drips.
✔ Keep the wax pool clear of wick trimmings, matches, or debris.
✔ Avoid drafts—burn in a well-ventilated area away from fans, vents, or open windows.
✔ Never burn longer than 3 hours—let the candle cool for at least 2 hours before relighting.
✔ Use long-reach lighters/matches and keep hair & loose clothing away from the flame.

While Burning - Important Safety Rules

❌ Never leave a burning candle unattended.
❌ Keep away from flammable items—curtains, bedding, books, etc.
❌ Place out of reach of children & pets—ensure it can’t be knocked over.
❌ Don’t move a lit candle—wait until wax hardens before handling.
❌ Maintain space—keep candles at least 12 inches apart from each other.
❌ Stop burning at ½ inch of wax left (containers) or 2 inches (pillars).
❌ Extinguish if the flame flickers excessively or gets too high—trim the wick before relighting.
❌ Never burn while sleeping or during power outages—use flashlights instead.

Extinguishing Your Candle

✔ Use a candle snuffer—prevents wax splatter.
✔ Never blow out or use water—this can splatter hot wax or crack glass.
✔ Ensure the wick ember stops glowing before leaving the room.
✔ Let the candle cool completely before moving or touching.
✔ Avoid scraping wax from glass—sharp objects can weaken the container.

Emergency Tip

If wax catches fire, smother the flame with a metal lid or damp cloth—never use water!

For more safety tips, visit: National Candle Association

Enjoy your candles responsibly!
— The GlowWorthyMoments Team