Sunsets in Capri 60g Candle: Getting the Most From a Small Candle
By Glasshouse Fragrances - Daringly Potent Personal & Home Fragrance | Published: 2026-11-02
Category: Tips & Care
A 60g candle can burn beautifully if you manage wick length, burn sessions, and tunneling. Here's a step-by-step routine for Sunsets in Capri.
Quick answer
To get the most from your Sunsets in Capri 60g candle, keep the wick trimmed to about 5 mm before each burn, let the wax melt to the edge on the first light, and never burn longer than two hours at a time. This small routine prevents tunneling and protects the bright citrus scent.
Why small candles need a different burn routine
A 60g candle has a shallow wax pool, so it reaches the edge faster than a large jar—but it also overheats faster if you push the burn time. The goal is to melt evenly without letting the glass get too hot, which can shorten the candle's life and dull the fragrance.
Sunsets in Capri opens with glowing citrus, so you want a clean, steady flame rather than a roaring one that scorches the scent.
The tunneling fix for mini candles
Tunneling happens when the wick burns straight down and leaves a ring of unmelted wax. On a 60g candle, it's usually caused by a wick that's too long or a first burn that was too short. If you catch it early, you can often correct it by trimming the wick and burning long enough for the wax to catch up—but don't exceed two hours.
If the tunnel is deep, you can gently press the softened wax inward with a blunt tool after extinguishing, but never dig out wax while the candle is lit.
Travel candle burn time: what to expect
A 60g candle is a travel-friendly size, but burn time varies with wick care and room drafts. Rather than chasing a specific hour count, focus on even melts and avoiding long, hot sessions. You'll get more satisfying lights from the same candle by following the steps below.
Keep the candle away from air vents and open windows; a draft can cause uneven burning and wasted wax.
How to burn your 60g Sunsets in Capri candle, step by step
- Trim the wick before every burn: Use a wick trimmer or scissors to cut the wick to about 5 mm (1/4 inch) before lighting. Common mistake: skipping this step, which leads to a large flame, soot, and a hollow tunnel. A trimmed wick is the single biggest factor in an even burn.
- Set the first burn long enough to melt to the edge: On the first light, let the wax melt all the way to the rim of the glass—usually 1.5 to 2 hours for a 60g candle. Checkpoint: if the melt pool hasn't reached the edge by 2 hours, extinguish and trim the wick before the next burn. The first burn sets the memory of the wax; a full melt pool prevents tunneling.
- Keep each session to two hours or less: Burn for no more than two hours at a time, then let the candle cool completely before relighting. Common mistake: burning for hours on end, which overheats the glass and shortens the candle's life. Short, frequent burns are kinder to small candles than one long marathon.
- Extinguish gently and recenter the wick: Use a snuffer or dip the wick into the wax with a wick dipper to avoid smoke. Before the wax sets, gently nudge the wick back to the center. Checkpoint: if the wick has drifted, recenter it while the wax is still liquid. A centered wick burns evenly and reduces wasted wax.
- Fix tunneling early with a foil wrap: If you notice a ring of hard wax around the edge, wrap the top of the candle in aluminum foil (leaving a small vent for the flame) and burn for up to two hours. The trapped heat melts the ring. Common mistake: trying to fix a deep tunnel by burning for four hours—stick to two. Foil can rescue a tunneled candle, but never leave it unattended.
- Stop when 1 cm of wax remains: Discontinue use when the wax level is about 1 cm from the bottom of the glass to avoid overheating. Checkpoint: if the glass becomes too hot to touch, extinguish immediately and let it cool. Retire the candle before the wick starts to scorch the glass.
Product facts
- Sunsets in Capri: Made with natural lead-free cotton wicks and a non-toxic soy blend wax. A cotton wick and soy blend respond well to regular trimming, which helps maintain a clean, even burn in a small candle.
Sunsets in Capri - Sunsets in Capri: The scent is described as glowing citrus and the magical moment the sun kisses the sea. Citrus notes are best enjoyed with a steady flame, so keeping the wick trimmed helps preserve the fresh, bright character.
