Candle Care, Safety, and Burn Time

Our Three Feathers Apothecary candles are crafted with a custom blend of all natural fragrance oils and pure essential oils, then topped with crystals and botanicals to elevate your experience. We use all-natural, non-toxic ingredients that are paraben-free, phthalate-free, vegan, and cruelty-free.

Caring for Your Candle:

To get the most out of your candle and ensure it burns beautifully each time, here are a few simple care tips. Proper candle care not only extends the life of your candle, but also enhances its scent throw and overall performance.

What we’re made of:

• Coconut Soy Wax Blend
• Lead-free Cotton Core Wicks
• Pure Essential Oils
• All-Natural Fragrance Oils
• Sleek matte black, reusable glassware with an eco-friendly cork lid

Trim the Wick: Before each lighting or once the candle has cooled, trim the wick to about ¼ inch to prevent your wick from sinking into the wax pool as it will result in your candle burning out.

Burn Time: To avoid “tunneling” (where the wax builds up along the edges), let the candle burn until the melted wax pool reaches the edge of the glassware, usually anywhere between 1-3 hours depending on the size of your candle. This will ensure an even and consistent burn. Avoid burning for longer than 4 hours at a time.

When to Discontinue Use: Discontinue the use of your candle when ¼ inch of wax remains in the bottom of the glassware. Burning past this point can cause the vessel to overheat, which may lead to cracking or damage.  

General Safety Tips: 

• Always place your candle on a stable, heat-resistant surface. 
• Never leave a candle burning unattended, especially near children, pets, or anything that can catch fire. 
• Avoid drafts.
• To extinguish, gently blow out the flame or use a wick snuffer.
• Do not pick up a lit candle or immediately after it is blown out. 
• Keep candles away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures, as this may affect its quality.

Burn Time per Size:

• (Mini) 1.25 oz: Up to 10 hour burn

• 3.5 oz: Up to 20 hour burn

• 5.5 oz: Up to 35 hour burn

• 12 oz: Up to 55 hour burn

Ways to Repurpose: Once your candle is burned down we hope that you’ll reuse the glassware! Here’s a few different ways to clean them out and ideas for repurposing–whether it’s the matte black jar with a cork lid or the teeny tiny clear jar with a gold lid, each can find a use in your space. 

The matte black jar is perfect for storing small crystals, herbs, or jewelry, while the tiny clear jar with its gold lid makes a beautiful container for spices, delicate jewelry, or even tiny keepsakes. Repurposing is a sustainable way to honor the life of your candle and be a friend to our planet. 

How to Clean Methods:

• Freezer Method: Place the glassware in the freezer until the remaining wax fully hardens. Once frozen, gently pop out the remaining wax  with a spoon.

• Oven Method: Preheat your oven to the lowest setting and remove the labels from the glassware. Pro Tip → Use a blow dryer on a high heat & low speed for easier removal of labels. 

Place glassware on a baking sheet with parchment paper until the remaining wax has melted. Carefully remove from the oven and pour remaining wax into the trash. Using a spoon, you can pop out the wick holder and wipe the inside clean with a paper towel. Follow up by immediately washing the jars with warm, soapy water to remove any remaining residue.