Perfect Flame, Every Time: Why Trimming Your Wick Matters

At Immortal Haus, we believe that a candle’s ritual begins long before the match is struck. One of the simplest yet most transformative steps in candle care is trimming the wick — the quiet detail that keeps your flame steady, your vessel clean, and your fragrance luxuriously even.

1. A Cleaner, Smoke-Free Glow

A wick that’s left too long burns hotter than it should, releasing soot, smoke, and black residue on the glass. Snipping it back to ¼ inch before each lighting gives you a clear, soot-free flame that keeps your candle and your air pristine.

2. Extend the Life of Your Candle

A trimmed wick means a smaller, more controlled flame that lets your coconut-wax melt slowly and evenly. Your candle lasts longer — so every ounce of fragrance is savored.

3. Preserve the Fragrance

Over-long wicks can burn so hot that they overpower or dull the scent. A clean-cut wick keeps the signature notes of Matcha Luxe, Cardamom Milk, or Ritual beautifully balanced from first light to last.

4. Safer for Your Space

Keeping the wick neat prevents a too-large, flickering flame that can overheat the glass. This small habit keeps your luxury vessels — and your home — protected.

5. An Even, Elegant Burn

No more wasted wax or tunneling. A properly trimmed wick encourages a level melt pool, so the candle burns fully across the surface.

A Quick Tip for the Perfect Trim

Let the wax cool completely before trimming. Use a wick trimmer or small scissors, cut to about ¼ inch, and clear away any loose wick pieces.

The Ritual Is in the Details
Luxury lives in the small gestures — like a perfectly trimmed wick that lets your candle burn the way it was designed to: cleaner, safer, longer-lasting, and gorgeously fragrant.