Candle Care & Scentscaping Guide
Candle Care
A few things worth knowing before you light.
- Never Leave a Burning Candle Unattended: Ensure they are only ever placed on a level, heat resistant surface, and kept away from children/pets, drafts and flammable objects.
- Do Not Move or Touch the Candle While It Is Lit: This can cause accidents and injuries.
- Always Keep Your Wicks Trimmed to 1/4" Before Each Burn: This ensures the safest and most efficient performance out of your candle.
- Allow Your Candle to Burn for 3-4 Hours Upon First Use: Our candles are designed to not reach a full melt pool on the first few burns. As the candle burns further down, any residual wax along the sides will continue to melt down.
- Do Not Burn for Longer Than 4 Hours at a Time: This can cause the wax to overheat and lead to a fire hazard.
- Keep Wicks Centered at All Times: Ensure the wax pool is kept free of matches, wick trimmings and other debris.
- Discontinue use when only 1/2" of wax remains at the bottom of the container: This ensures the candle is used safely and efficiently.
- To prevent blackening of candle glass follow these tips: Keep the candle away from moving air, including:
- Fans
- Air conditioners
- Open windows
- Areas where people travel back and forth
- Moving air disturbs the flame - leading to an uneven burn and can cause the formation of soot marks on the glass.
- To keep the vessel looking polished - we recommend using a soft cloth or tissue to gently wipe it clean as necessary between burns.
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Refill Care
Please note: This is a candle refill designed exclusively for your Reverie Box glass vessel - not a standalone or pillar candle.
From Candle to Container: Preparing Your Jar for a Fresh Start
Before inserting your refill, ensure your vessel is completely free of any remaining wax, debris, and adhesives. A clean, dry vessel ensures your refill fits securely and burns safely.
Choose the method that works best for you:
The Warm Water Method Place your Reverie Box vessel in a bowl of hot water. The residual wax will begin to soften and release from the glass. Pour off any liquified wax carefully, then use a spoon to gently pop out any remaining wick tabs or adhesive stickers from the bottom of the vessel. Wipe out any remaining residue with a paper towel or soft cloth, then wash the interior with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly.
The Freezer Method Place your vessel in the freezer for a few hours. The wax will contract and release from the glass, making it easy to pop or scoop out cleanly with a butter knife or spoon. Remove any remaining wick tabs, wipe out any residue with a paper towel or soft cloth, then wash with warm soapy water and rinse.
Either way - dry the interior thoroughly before inserting your refill. Take care not to scratch the exterior of the glass during handling.
If any adhesive residue from the wick tabs proves stubborn, a small amount of rubbing alcohol on a paper towel or soft cloth will help loosen and lift it cleanly.
⚠️ Please dispose of any poured-off or scooped wax in the trash - never down the drain, as wax can solidify in pipes and cause blockages.
⚠️ Do not use harsh chemicals or abrasive materials to remove wax, as they could damage the glass or leave residues.
Final Inspection Before inserting your refill, do a quick final inspection of your vessel. Check for any cracks, chips, or damage to the glass. A compromised vessel should not be reused for burning. When in doubt, discontinue use and enjoy your refill in a new Reverie Box container.
How to Insert Your Refill Unwrap your refill insert and remove the wick stickers from the base of the wax before dropping it into the clean, dry vessel. This step is essential - do not skip it.
Lower the refill into place and give it a gentle press down to ensure a secure, snug fit. This helps the wick tabs adhere properly to the base of the vessel, keeping your wicks perfectly centered and stable as the wax melts.
Your wicks are pre-trimmed and ready - simply light and enjoy.
Burn Safety Reminders
- Always burn on a stable, heat-resistant surface, away from flammable materials
- Do not burn for more than 4 hours at a time
- Trim wicks to ¼ inch before each subsequent burn
- Never leave unattended - keep away from children, pets, and drafts
- Discontinue use when ¼" to ½" of wax remains at the bottom of the vessel
On Refills A note on refills: By selecting a refill, you acknowledge that vessel reuse carries inherent variation with each burn. Our refills exist as an invitation to reduce waste and embrace the beauty of upcycling - not as a guarantee of identical performance across indefinite uses. Reverie Box Candle Co. is not liable for vessel behavior beyond the first burn cycle. As with all of our offerings, refills are made to order and poured by hand. Natural variation in color, texture, and scent throw is not a flaw - it is the signature of something genuinely handcrafted.
Sachet Care
Do not open. Place in a drawer, closet, or enclosed space to freshen. Avoid direct contact with wood, plastic, painted surfaces, and delicate fabrics. Keep out of reach of children and pets. For external use only - not for consumption.
Scentscaping
Our fragrances are designed to flow together. Burn two at once in the same space to create something entirely your own.
Moody Coastal — Fogborn + Saltmere
Salt air and open water. Restless and alive.
Sunlit Coast — Saltmere + Embervine
Where the shore meets warmth. Golden and unhurried.
Fireside Cabin — Embervine + Mossfall
Smoke, earth, and amber. A refuge from everything.
Winter Sanctuary — Winter Reigns + Mossfall
Cold air and deep woods. Still and sacred.
Woodland Reverie — Mossfall + Orriswood
Ancient trees and iris. Quiet and complex.
Golden Hour — Orriswood + Fogborn
Warm resin and forest mist. The last light of the day.