My small 7.5oz candles burn for 40-60 hours. My large 12.5oz candles burn for 60-80 hours.

Place 1-2 wax melt cubes in your warmer, then turn it on or light a tea light underneath (depending on your warmer type). The wax will melt, releasing the fragrance. To change scents, turn off the warmer and allow the wax to harden. Once solid, you can easily remove the wax from the dish​.

I use 100% soy wax for both candles and wax melts. The fragrance oils I choose are paraffin and paraben-free. Cautionary Note: if you ever see a product that says "Blend", it means that the wax has been blended with paraffin wax. Stear clear!!

Soy candles burn slower and cooler than paraffin candles, leading to a longer burn time. Additionally, soy wax has a lower melting point, which helps the candle burn more evenly and last longer. Plus, soy wax is natural and biodegradable!

To make your candles last longer, trim the wick before each burn (except the first time). Burn the candle for 3-4 hours until you get a full melt pool, about 1/2" deep. Store them in a cool, dry place when not in use.

Soy candles are generally better for people with allergies because they burn cleaner, producing less soot and fewer pollutants compared to paraffin candles. However, always check the fragrance notes, as some may still trigger allergies.

Yes, soy candles and melts are generally safer for pets compared to paraffin. They burn cleaner and produce fewer toxins. However, please do keep candles and wax melts out of reach to prevent accidents.

Yes, I left my corporate job in 2021 after 7 years. It was the best decision ever! Ask me about it on my lives for the full story!

I usually go live at 8 PM CST for order packing, so if you place an order, chances are, I will be on that evening to pack it up live - Tune in early! I also do production lives, but less frequently now. For notifications on these, follow my Discord channel. Normally they are either 10:30 AM CST or 4:00 PM CST.

You can find them at Smiirl.com.

I appreciate your interest in my process and while I do help support new small businesses with general information, some information I've earned the right to keep to myself! Over the past three years, I've dedicated countless hours to researching and sourcing the best materials for Illuminate Apothecary. While I could share this information, it would not be great business practice to do so as it is proprietary to my business. I encourage you to dive into your own research and find what works best for your unique creations. Happy crafting!

At the moment, I am not in need of moderators for my TikTok lives. Over the past year, TikTok traffic has slowed down, resulting in less random traffic during our sessions. Our community is incredibly loving and supportive, and we rarely encounter issues. For now, I encourage everyone to relax and enjoy the live streams. I truly appreciate your interest in helping me and Illuminate Apothecary grow. Thank you for your support!