Please handle the melts with care as essential oils are strong and in some people can cause allergies.  It is not advisable to allow young children to handle the melts or pregnant women without first consulting with a medical  professional or midwife. 

There is much talk about burning times with candles these days and much is dependant upon the type of wax used ie paraffin wax , soy wax, beeswax etc, but also what is added to the wax to increase the burn time.  We try to strike a balance but do only ever use natural wax.  We add stearin(palm wax)  in quantities of 5% to the soy wax to help increase burn time a little, but do not add some of the other chemicals available in some candles on the market which are  artificial.  Our advise is read the label find out what is in your candle eg many beeswax church candles  are  actually 10% beeswax and the rest is paraffin wax........

A more practical way to increase the burn time of your candle is how you burn it.  Allow the wax to melt across the surface of the top of the candle &  do not burn for longer than  2 hours.  Trim the wick next time you use the candle if necessary.   HOWEVER,   we believe that our candles are a bit special and as such should be enjoyed/used in whatever fashion suits the occasion!

Please read the safely leaflet before using candles and candle tarts.  
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Candle & Candle Tart Safety Leaflet

Warning applies to the burning of candles and melting of candle tarts

Check that you have removed all packaging. 

Never leave a burning candle  or tart unattended.
Burn candle & candle tarts out of reach of children & pets.
Always leave at least 20cm between burning candles.  Do not burn candles or candle tarts on or near anything that can catch fire.  Do not place candles in a draught.  Do not place candles near a source of heat.  Place candles in an upright position.  Trim wick to about 1cm before lighting.  Always snuff out flame. Do not blow it out.  Always use a candleholder that is non-flammable and capable of containing any wax spillage.  Keep the pool of wax clear of matches and other debris to avoid flaring.  Only use tea light in holders and warming stoves with sufficient ventilation. Make sure if using a candle tart/melt that size is suitable for oil burner ie break melt in half if too big for dish of burner.  Do not move a burning candle or candle tart.  Use a suitable glass or holder as candles can liquefy when burning.  Never use a liquid to extinguish.  Leave to cool for at least 20 minutes before trimming wick.  Never use a candle as a night light.

It is recommended that if you are pregnant that you check with your midwife or doctor before using candles or candle tarts scented with essential oils and keep away from young children.

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