# @prettyhonestshop on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/CZPLg1vhry1
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/107014-prettyhonestshop-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/6051b51dfa.jpg
- **Posted:** 2022-01-27T14:48:21.000+00:00

## Caption

Why is it so important to trim your wick? 

Here’s a side by side comparison on what happens if you don’t trim your wicks. 

The wick on the left is trimmed to the ideal 1/4”. It’s steady. The flame is the perfect size. It will melt evenly and beautifully providing a long, clean burn. 

Take notice of a few things about the wick on the right. 

⚡️The flame is way too large. Meaning it will burn hotter faster, so your candle won’t last as long. 

⚡️The carbon the untrimmed part creates black smoke + pops! The parts popping off can lead to fires and causes the black soot you sometimes see on the vessel. 

⚡️The melt pool is already larger than the one of the left. You won’t get the best burn out of your candles. 

So, why trim your wicks? Safety + Longevity. Trim your wicks people!

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## Stats

- **Views:** 12,949
- **Likes:** 872
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- **Comments:** 35

## Credits

| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Andrea Richter | @PrettyHonestShp | https://gondola.cc/PrettyHonestShp | Creative Director |

## Tags

candlecult, soywaxcandles, candleaddiction, phcandles, homedecor, candlesofinstagram, shopsmall, candlelove, candleaddict, candlecare, soycandles, candlecommunity, candletime, soywax, shoplocal, instacandle, prettyhonestcandles, scentedcandles, organiccandles, candlejunkie, vegancandles, candleshop, handpouredcandles, candlelover

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