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Jar Candles
Jar candles are typically either scented or gel, most often scented. Glass jars hold in heat very well, so they are safe to burn without an additional holder on most countertops, making them ideal for scented candles. Gel candles in jars are generally homemade for decoration.
When burning a jar candle it is important to keep it lit long enough for the wax to pull out to the outside edge of the jar. If this is not done it will allow wax to build up around the sides of the jar and you won’t get as much use out of the candle. A newer alternative to lighting the wick is to use a candle warmer which the jar sits on top of, still creating a nice aroma.
In order to avoid blackening of the jar keep the wick trimmed to a quarter inch. If the jar does become blackened use a dry paper towel to clear it off after the wick is no longer lit. Be careful when handling the jar during or shortly after it is lit, although glass does hold in heat well, it still gets hot. To avoid damaging counter surfaces do not light the candle once less than half an inch of wax remains.
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