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Have you ever wondered what to do with decorative candle jars once they’re empty? There are plenty of creative (and practical) ways to upcycle the containers instead of just tossing them in the trash.

"Wait this is perfect." Woman shares clever way to reuse empty candle jars: 'Actually genius' first appeared on The Cool Down ...

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Scented candles come in handy glass jars that can be saved and reused as containers. Sometimes the glass has an attractive, smoky hue or a fancy lid that would fit right in on your bathroom counter.

Cold causes wax to harden and shrink, making it easier to remove, hence the old trick of using ice cubes to get wax out of carpets. Here’s how to put the same science to work for your candles. Step 1: ...

A candle subscription box (or "candle of the month club") is a fun way to explore new scents. They also make excellent gifts ...

Indeed, some research has also shown that burning paraffin wax candles can create more indoor air pollution when burned than alternatives like palm stearin. Many experts point specifically to the ...