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sand candle 101

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about our sand candles and more.

  • our wax is made from RSPO palm wax. the palm used in our wax was sourced without deforestation or exploitation. Every Candella sand candle is made with 100% RSPO-certified palm wax.

  • Discovery (100g) comes with 6 × 7.5 cm cotton wicks for 15+ hours of burn time. Classic (350g) comes with 8 × 15 cm cotton wicks for 80+ hours. Actual burn time depends on wick length and your vessel.

  • Yes — as long as it is heat-safe. Glass, ceramic, and metal all work. Old candle jars, thrifted cups, a coupe glass, a trinket dish. If it can hold water without cracking, it can hold sand wax.

  • The Classic size includes 8 cotton wicks (15cm each) for 80+ hours of burn time total. The Discovery size includes 6 shorter wicks for 15+ hours.

  • add a few drops of your favourite essential oil around the wick area before lighting. Start light — you can always add more after the first burn.

  • Lift away the thin layer of solidified wax and used wick sitting on top. Both are vegan and biodegradable — safe to compost. Then pour fresh sand wax and start again.