Extend the Life of Your Candles With Gabby’s Essential Guide
The soft glow of candles adds romance, warmth, and comfort to any room. A single candle can fill a space with a delicate fragrance that evokes memory and mood, while a collection of candles creates a welcoming centerpiece for dining or entertaining.
A luxurious candle is more than décor — it’s an investment in your home’s atmosphere. Learn how to properly burn, maintain, and store your candles to ensure they perform beautifully every time.
The purchase of a luxurious candle is an investment that enhances both your décor and your lifestyle.
Before You Burn
To make the most of your Gabby candle, light it for the first time when you have at least an hour to spare. Allow the entire surface of the wax to melt evenly. This prevents “tunneling,” where wax remains around the outer edge and limits future burn performance.
An even melt ensures maximum surface area for fragrance release and helps your candle burn efficiently throughout its lifespan.
Maintaining Your Candles
Trim the wick to ¼ inch while the candle is cool before each burn. Use a wick trimmer, scissors, or your fingers (taking care to remove any soot). Keeping the wick trimmed can extend the life of your candle by up to 25% and promotes a clean, steady flame.
Always ensure the wax surface is clean and free of dust before lighting.
Candles are designed to burn for approximately 2–3 hours at a time. Consistent, controlled burn sessions help the wax melt evenly and preserve fragrance integrity.
Keep candles away from drafts, breezes, and moving air while lit. Airflow can cause uneven burning and tunneling.
Use a candle snuffer to extinguish the flame, or replace the lid if one is provided. Blowing out a candle can cause hot wax to splatter.
When not in use, replace the lid to prevent dust from settling on the wax. If your candle does not include a lid, store it in a cupboard once fully cooled.
Candle Safety
Always place candles on a flat, stable surface and keep them away from children and pets. Do not position candles near curtains, bedding, or other flammable materials.
Never leave a burning candle unattended, even in a bedroom setting. Candles should not burn for more than 2–3 hours at a time, and the vessel may become hot during use — handle with care.
Storing Your Candles
Keep candles out of direct sunlight and away from extreme temperatures. Store seasonal candles in a cool, dark place to preserve both wax and fragrance.
Visit your nearest Gabby showroom to discover and stock up on seasonal scented candles designed to elevate your everyday moments.