Each time you light a candle, the wax tends to melt as far from the wick as it did on the previous burn — a phenomenon known as wax memory. Candle wax that has melted and re-cooled is slightly softer ...

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Aside from ensuring you don’t light them near curtains or any other potential fire hazard, there are proper ways to light candles. For example, you should trim your wick before each burn. Here’s why.

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Believe it or not, there's a way to burn your candles properly. And this candle etiquette, shall we say, dictates that it's not as easy as swiping a match or clicking a lighter and catching the wick.

Votives, tealights, pillars, tapers -- candles are everywhere, especially during winter months. Follow these tips from Good Housekeeping to buy and burn them wisely. Check before you buy: When ...

If you find yourself lighting candles to make your home feel cozy in the winter, you’ll want to hear this: apparently, most of us have been doing it wrong this whole time. While the process of ...

There is actually a proper way to burn a candle. And there are ways to make them last longer. The main rule of enjoying candles is to never leave a burning candle unattended. That's basic safety, ...

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