Imported Candle Care: Always trim your wick to 1/4" before candle is lit each time to avoid any soot Burn candle so wax pool reaches the jar edge each time to prevent wax tunneling Burn candle no more than 4 hours at a time Keep candle away from fans, open windows, hot surfaces, children, pets Never leave a burning candle unattended *To prevent fire or damage to surfaces please follow the candle care instructions on the National Candle Association website