Lotion Candle Care & Safety Guide

Your lotion candle is more than a candle. It’s a skincare.

To get the most from your experience (and keep it safe, cozy, and nourishing), follow these simple care and use guidelines.

What Makes a Lotion Candle Different

Unlike traditional candles, our lotion candles are made with skin-loving wax, butters and oils that melt at a lower temperature. Once melted, the wax becomes a warm, nourishing body lotion you can apply directly to your skin.

This dual-purpose design is intentional but it does require a little extra care.

How to Use Your Lotion Candle

  1. Light the candle and allow it to melt for 15–30 minutes.

  2. Extinguish the flame before touching the wax.

  3. Allow the melted wax to cool slightly.

  4. Test the temperature with a small amount on your fingertip.

  5. Apply to hands, arms, legs, or feet and gently massage into skin.

Tip: A little goes a long way.

Important Safety Notes

• Always extinguish the flame before applying to skin
• Never apply while the wick is lit
• Always test temperature before use
• Not intended for facial use
• For external use only
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Do not leave burning unattended

Your comfort and safety are most important.

Burn Care Tips

To keep your candle burning beautifully:

• Trim the wick to ¼ inch before each burn
• Allow the wax to melt evenly across the surface
• Avoid drafts while burning
• Do not burn longer than 2-3 hours at a time

Because of the nourishing oils and butters, these candles behave differently than traditional wax candles and that’s part of their magic.

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place
• Avoid direct sunlight or excessive heat
• If your candle softens or melts in warm weather, simply allow it to cool and reset

Natural ingredients can shift slightly with temperature, this is normal.

Skin Sensitivity

Our lotion candles are made with clean, skin-safe ingredients. However, every body is different.

If you have sensitive skin:
• Patch test before full use
• Discontinue if irritation occurs

A Gentle Reminder

Each Skin Soul Rituals candle is hand-poured in small batches using natural ingredients. This means:

• Color may vary slightly
• Texture may shift with temperature
• Each candle is uniquely yours

This is part of what makes them special.

If you have any questions about your lotion candle, we’re always here to help.