Candle Care

Burning

  • Never leave a candle unattended
  • Before lighting check the candle for cracks in the glass
  • Don't burn a candle for more than 4 hours at a time
  • Keep away from drafts they can cause the flame to smoke and burn unevenly
  • Keep away from flammable items or anything that can catch fir

Trimming

  • Trim the wick to about 3mm before burning
  • Trimming the wick helps the candle to burn evenly

Extinguishing

  • Don't use water to extinguish a candle
  • Use a candle snuffer or wick dipper to extinguish the candle

Other Tips

  • Keep candle out of reach of children
  • Place candles on a heat-resistant surface
  • Remove any charred pieces of wick after the candle has cooled
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Preparing Our Candles


Every handmade soy candle begins with the right preparation—starting with the jar. For a professional, clean finish, each glass candle container is gently preheated before pouring. Preheating glass jars helps prevent temperature shock when hot soy wax is added, reducing issues like candle frosting, wax tunneling, and poor glass adhesion. This essential step ensures a smooth wax surface and promotes even burning. It’s one of the most important techniques in making long-lasting, high-quality soy candles at home or in small-batch production.

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The Pour

Take a behind-the-scenes look at our small-batch soy candle pouring process. Each batch begins with carefully measured, high-quality soy wax—enough to hand-pour up to 12 candles at a time. While the wax gently melts to the optimal temperature, we prepare our premium, phthalate-free fragrance oils. Once the wax reaches the ideal pouring range, we thoroughly blend in the fragrance to ensure even scent distribution in every candle. The scented soy wax is then slowly poured into pre-warmed glass jars for a smooth, professional finish—resulting in clean-burning, long-lasting candles every time.

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Finishing Touches

Once our scented soy candles have fully cured, we begin the final steps to prepare them for their new homes. Each hand-poured candle is carefully labeled with our signature Esmeralda Candle Co. logo and a compliant CLP safety label applied to the base. To preserve the fragrance and ensure freshness, we secure the lids before placing each candle in an elegant gift-ready box. Finally, we finish with our signature branded ribbon—making every candle perfect for gifting or treating yourself. Whether you're ordering a luxury soy candle for a friend or adding a cozy touch to your own space, each package arrives beautifully presented and ready to enjoy.

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Our Candles

Enhance your living space with our luxurious, hand-poured scented candles—carefully crafted using 100% natural soy wax and premium fragrance oils that are both phthalate-free and ethically sourced. At Esmeralda Candle Co., we believe candle-making is an art form. That’s why each of our soy candles is lovingly made in small batches, ensuring superior quality, attention to detail, and a truly personalized experience in every jar.

From melting and pouring to labelling and packaging, every step of our candle-making process is completed by hand. This commitment to craftsmanship guarantees that your candle burns cleanly, evenly, and beautifully—offering both aesthetic appeal and functional performance. Our soy wax candles are vegan, non-toxic, and free from paraffin and harmful additives, making them a safer and more sustainable choice for your home and the environment.

Our collection features a thoughtfully curated range of scents designed to transform your home into a calming, welcoming retreat. Whether you're unwinding in the evening, meditating in a quiet space, or setting the mood for a cosy gathering, our aromatic blends are created to support your emotional well-being. Enjoy fragrance notes like:

Pain au Chocolat – a rich, nostalgic bakery scent with buttery croissant and cocoa

Peony Blush Suede – romantic, floral, and soft with powdery undertones

Lime Basil & Mandarin – refreshing and zesty, perfect for kitchens and workspaces

Cherry Bakewell Tart – sweet, almondy, and delightfully dessert-inspired

These popular soy candle scents don’t just smell amazing—they can also uplift your mood, promote mental clarity, ease stress, and create a peaceful ambiance that enhances your everyday routine.

To get the most from your candle, we recommend allowing it to burn for at least 4 hours on the first use. This important step creates a full, even wax pool that helps prevent tunnelling and ensures optimal scent throw throughout the candle’s life. Our clean-burning soy candles typically offer 40+ hours of burn time, making them both long-lasting and cost-effective.

Whether you're shopping for yourself or searching for the perfect gift, our luxury soy wax candles offer a meaningful, elevated experience. Beautifully packaged in gift-ready boxes with our signature ribbon, each candle arrives ready to delight—ideal for birthdays, holidays, housewarmings, or a well-deserved moment of self-care.

Esmeralda Candle Co is proud to create sustainable, artisanal candles that bring warmth, tranquillity, and beauty to every room. Discover the power of scent and elevate your space, one candle at a time.