Enhancing your journey at home

Candles are more than simple decorative objects. They are moments of calm, delicate atmospheres, and sensory journeys. At Poécile, our hand-poured plant-based wax candles, topped with a wooden lid, deserve special care to release their full poetry. Here’s how to look after them with gentleness and elegance.

1. Trim the wick to 5 mm before each burn

After extinguishing the candle and letting the wax cool, it is recommended to trim the wick to about 5 millimetres. This small gesture helps the flame stay steady and even for the next lighting, preventing flickering and black smoke. Before trimming, make sure there are no bits of burnt wick, dust, or debris in the wax, as even the smallest element can affect the burn and alter the scent diffusion.

By following this ritual, each lighting becomes a moment of care and calm. The wax melts evenly, the fragrance unfolds with precision, and the flame rises softly, the light dancing on the sides of the glass while the scent spreads harmoniously, turning the moment into a true pause of relaxation and poetry at home.

2. Limit each burn session

To preserve your candle and fully enjoy the richness of its fragrance, it is best not to let it burn for more than two hours at a time. Prolonged burning can overheat the container, weaken the wax, and alter the subtlety of the scent, disrupting the harmonious diffusion that makes a Poécile candle so special. For the first burn, it is especially important to allow the wax to melt all the way to the edges of the jar, preventing the “tunneling” effect in the center, where the wax burns too quickly and the fragrance can be lost.

At Poécile, even though our candles are made from plant-based wax and topped with a wooden lid, we recommend burn sessions of 1½ to 2½ hours, followed by letting the candle rest and cool completely before lighting it again. These short pauses allow the wax to regain its ideal consistency and give the flame a perfect support to release all the fragrance notes, from the most delicate to the most enveloping.

By respecting this rhythm, each lighting becomes a true sensory journey. You can enjoy the unfolding of the fragrance, from the soft, bright top notes to the warm, deep base notes. The candle doesn’t just illuminate; it dresses the air, tells an olfactory story, and transforms your home into a space of relaxation, where every moment spent by the flame becomes a suspended, poetic experience.

3. Use the wooden lid after extinguishing

The small wooden lid atop your Poécile candle is more than just decorative; it serves as protection and a guardian of the fragrance. After extinguishing the flame, it is recommended to gently place the lid back on the jar to keep the wax free from dust and small impurities that could affect the purity of the burn. This simple gesture also helps preserve the aroma longer, preventing the most subtle notes from evaporating and ensuring that each new lighting delivers the full richness of the scent.

It is important to wait until the wax has fully cooled before placing the lid. If the wax is still warm or liquid, condensation can form between the wood and the wax, creating small surface irregularities and slightly altering the fragrance diffusion. By taking this little moment of care, you turn each candle into a precious, almost sacred object, ready to offer a new olfactory journey with every lighting. The lid becomes more than an accessory; it becomes a promise: of a flame that rises gently, wax that melts harmoniously, and a fragrance that blooms in all its subtlety, enveloping the room in warmth and poetry.

4. Place the candle in the right conditions

The location of your candle plays a fundamental role in its burn quality and fragrance diffusion. It is best to place it on a stable, heat-resistant surface, so the jar remains secure and the wax melts evenly. Avoid drafts and nearby vents, as a flickering flame can burn unevenly and produce smoke, diminishing the delicacy of the scent. It is also advisable not to expose the candle to direct sunlight or intense heat, as the plant-based wax may soften or deform, altering the texture and diffusion of the fragrance notes.

Choosing a quiet spot, away from activity and disturbances, turns lighting your candle into a true sensory ritual. The flame can then dance gently, the wax melts harmoniously, and the fragrance gradually fills the space, offering a soft, enveloping escape. Each candle becomes an inner journey, where the notes unfold like olfactory landscapes, inviting contemplation and relaxation. The room fills with a warm, calming atmosphere, and every moment spent by the flame becomes a suspended, poetic pause away from the rush of daily life.

5. Alternate the candle’s location for optimal diffusion

To fully enjoy your candle, it is recommended to occasionally change its position in the room. Each candle releases its fragrance depending on the surrounding air and temperature. If it always stays in the same spot, some fragrance notes may accumulate locally, and parts of the wax may melt unevenly. By slightly moving your candle, you allow the heat to distribute more evenly and the scent to spread harmoniously throughout the room.

This practice transforms lighting your candle into a true sensory journey. You can place it on a shelf, near a window protected from the wind, or on a coffee table, and move it according to your mood or desired ambiance. Each new location offers a different perception of the fragrance: some notes may seem fresher, others richer or woodier, creating a real olfactory landscape to explore at home.

Presentation of our Poécile candles

At Poécile, each candle is designed as a true journey from the comfort of your home. Hand-poured in plant-based wax and topped with a wooden lid, they offer a refined and immersive olfactory experience. Each fragrance evokes a French landscape and transports your senses through unique moments, blending memories with new discoveries.

Balade en forêt

This candle takes you to the heart of the undergrowth in Auvergne. The note of damp moss mingles with the scent of pine needles and fallen leaves, accented by woody and earthy touches that recall the freshness of a spring morning. Lighting Balade en forêt offers a suspended moment among the trees and their still-fresh moss, breathing in the pure air and letting nature invite itself into your home.

Sieste au soleil

Sieste au soleil invites a true journey from home to the sun-drenched heart of Provence. Stroll through the fields, pick a few wildflowers, and let yourself be lulled by the song of cicadas. From the moment you light it, the lavender notes rise gently, bringing a breath of freshness and serenity that envelops the room. The subtle scent of fig blends with hints of Mediterranean flowers, evoking sunlit fields and golden hills where time seems to flow more slowly. Every waft of fragrance is a ray of sunshine caressing your senses, transporting your imagination to a bright, peaceful landscape under the protective shade of an olive tree. Sieste au soleil transforms your home into a little corner of Provence, inviting daydreams and relaxation.

French Baguette

Let the morning light filter gently through your windows and succumb to the comforting scent of fresh bread. French Baguette transports you to the heart of Parisian streets as the city wakes and bakers open their doors. Gourmand notes of golden, crusty bread mingle with the richness of fresh butter and the subtlety of sifted flour, creating a comforting, delicately authentic fragrance. Each breath evokes wandering down cobbled streets, the clink of shop windows, and the warm aroma of pastries fresh from the oven. The scent unfolds slowly, inviting your senses to travel, to experience the quiet yet lively rhythm of a Parisian morning, and to savor each note as a sweet, precious memory. French Baguette becomes a sensory interlude, a suspended moment where flame and fragrance create the atmosphere of a true olfactory journey without ever leaving the comfort of your home.

Silence au sommet

Close your eyes for a moment and let yourself be carried away by the fresh breath of the heights. Silence au sommet captures the purity of the Alps, the crystalline air, and the tranquility of snow-covered peaks, as if each snowflake were gently settling around you. Crystalline notes of fir, mineral rock, and pure air blend with subtle woody hints, creating a fragrance that is both fresh and enveloping, filling the room with a serene, still atmosphere.

Lighting this candle offers a true olfactory journey from home, like a silent walk along alpine trails where time seems suspended and the outside world fades away. The flickering flame becomes the guide on this inner escape, gradually revealing each note, from the deep green of the firs to the mineral touches of the rocks, to the soft woody undertones that envelop your senses. Silence au sommet transforms your home into a peaceful refuge, a space for contemplation and meditation, where the mind relaxes and the breath slows, offering a suspended moment that invites escape and absolute serenity.

Taking care of your candle means giving it the attention it needs to illuminate your home, release its fragrance, and last over time. With Poécile candles, the plant-based wax and wooden lid promise a moment that is gentle, poetic, and refined. Each lighting becomes an enchanting pause and a true olfactory journey at home. Poécile presents the journey at home.