For safety and longevity of the candle, trim wick to 1/8" length before every burn to avoid black smoke. Always light your candle for 3 hours the first time to create an even burning candle. To preserve fragrance, do not burn your candle for more than 4 hours at a time. Remove wick debris when possible. If neccessary, recenter the wicks placement when the candle is unlit and wax is still molten. Always allow candle to resolidify before relighting. Always burn on a flat, stable, and fireproof surface and avoid buring in drafty envrironment. Discontinue use when less than .25" of wax remains in glass.