Better Burn, Brighter Glow: How We Improved Our Candles
At Boston Soap Co., we’re obsessed with how things burn, smell, and feel. We hand-pour each of our candles in small batches and constantly test new materials to make sure you're getting the best product possible.
Over the past few months, we’ve quietly upgraded our candles—better wicks, longer burns, —and we’re excited to finally tell you about it.
Candle Upgrades: A Behind-the-Scenes Look
7.2 oz Amber Candles
These were our classic favorites, offering a cozy 34-hour burn time. But we wanted more for you—more hours, more glow.
We upgraded our wicks and increased the wax by 0.8 oz. The result?
New 8 oz Amber Candles
With the right wick and the right wax-to-container ratio, these burn for up to 45 hours—a full 11 hours longer than before. All you have to do is take care of your wick (more on that below).
9 oz Jar Candles
Our original 9 oz candles burned around 30 hours, but after extensive wick testing and burn trials, we’ve pushed that number to 42 hours. Same beautiful scent, just more of it.
Get the Most Out of Your Candle
To maximize burn time and ensure a clean, safe burn, here are two essential tips:
✂️ Trim Your Wick
Always trim your wick to ¼ inch before lighting it—every time. You can do this before your first burn, and then before (or right after) each future use.
A trimmed wick:
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Prevents soot buildup
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Creates a steady flame
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Helps your candle last longer
⏳ Don't Burn More Than 4 Hours at a Time
Burning your candle for too long can overheat the glass and lead to your candle burning a lot faster. To keep your candle healthy, snuff it out after 4 hours and let it fully cool before relighting.
Quality You Can Feel (and Smell)
We don’t just make candles—we test, tweak, and obsess over them. Because you deserve products that do more than look pretty. They should burn clean, last long, and smell amazing from top to bottom.
Our upgraded candles are available now, both online and at our markets. Try one—you’ll notice the difference.