Candlelight has accompanied meditation and quiet ritual across every tradition for a simple reason, as the warm flicker of a flame gives the eye a natural resting point and signals to the body that the day is winding down. Our decorative scented candles come in glass jar designs that suit the calm, natural aesthetic of the rest of our collections, with fragrances selected to complement rather than dominate a room. Burn time and care follow a few simple principles that dramatically improve any candle. On the first burn, allow the wax pool to reach the edges of the jar, which prevents tunnelling and extends the candle's total life considerably. Trim the wick to around five millimetres before each burn for a clean, even flame without smoke. Position candles away from draughts, which cause uneven burning, and always on a stable surface away from anything hanging above. Many customers pair a candle with an evening ritual, lighting it at the same moment each day, beside a bath, before reading, or during meditation, letting the association build until the scent itself begins the calm.