At Mobaak, we believe candles are more than just home decor—they're an experience. The flicker of light, the cozy ambiance, the subtle fragrance that transforms your space... it's self-care in its purest form. To help you get the most out of your candle collection, we've put together these essential care tips that will extend the life of your favorites and enhance your ritual.
Put Away the Matches, and Don't Blow!
Let's start with something you might be doing without realizing it's not ideal: blowing out your candle. While it might seem like the most natural way to extinguish a flame, blowing out your candle can:
- Send wax splattering across your beautiful surfaces
- Release unnecessary smoke into your space
- Disturb the wick positioning
- Compromise the integrity of your candle's scent
Instead, we recommend more gentle methods that we'll cover below.
Patience is Key: Let It Melt Completely
Before you put out your candle, make sure it's been burning for at least 2 hours or until the wax has melted completely from edge to edge. This simple practice prevents what we call "tunneling"—when only the center of your candle burns down while wax builds up along the sides.
When you allow your candle to form a complete melt pool with each burn, you're:
- Getting the most out of every inch of your candle
- Releasing the full scent profile as intended
- Setting up your candle for a clean, even burn next time
The Right Tools Make All the Difference
At Mobaak, we're all about intentional living, and that extends to how you care for your candles. Here are two essential tools worth investing in:
1. Bell Snuffer
This elegant tool extinguishes your flame without any smoke or disturbance. Simply place it over the flame, let the magic happen, and lift.
2. Wick Dipper
Another beautiful option for your candle care ritual, the wick dipper offers a smoke-free way to say goodnight to your candle's flame.
How to Use Your Tools Like a Pro
Bell Snuffer Technique Gently hover the bell over the flame without dipping it into the wax. The design works by cutting off oxygen to the flame, putting it out cleanly with no smoke and no mess.
Wick Dipper Method Use this tool to carefully push the lit wick into the melted wax pool, then immediately pull it back up. This coats the wick with wax, extinguishing the flame while preparing it for your next lighting.
Between Burns: Keep It Clean
Wipe the Container Before each lighting, take a moment to wipe excess wax from your container, both inside and out. This simple step keeps your candle looking fresh and prevents any buildup that could affect your next burn.
Trim That Wick One of our non-negotiable candle care steps: always trim your wick before lighting. Use a wick trimmer to cut approximately ¼ inch off the tip before each burn. A properly trimmed wick:
- Creates a steadier, more controlled flame
- Prevents sooting and smoke
- Reduces mushrooming at the wick tip
- Significantly extends your candle's life
- Ensures a cleaner, more beautiful burn
Light Up and Enjoy the Moment
Now that you've mastered these essential care techniques, it's time to light your candle and create your moment. Whether it's a quiet morning ritual, an evening wind-down, or setting the mood for gathering with friends, your well-maintained candle will burn beautifully and last longer.
Remember, at Mobaak, we believe in the power of small rituals to transform everyday moments. Proper candle care isn't just about getting more hours from your candle—it's about honoring the experience and creating space for yourself to fully enjoy it.
Have questions about your Mobaak candles? Reach out to us—we love hearing from our community of candle enthusiasts!
