Candle warmers have seen a rise in popularity in recent years and present an alternative to burning candles.
What Is a Candle Warmer?
Candle warmer lampscome in a variety of sizes, styles, and designs.
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Should You Burn Your Candles?
But should you burn your candles?
Here are the pros and cons of lighting a candle.
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Burning is still required for tea light, taper, and pillar candles unless you opt forflameless versions.
There are benefits and disadvantages to both burning and warming candles.
While warming candles eliminates the open flame, soot, and smoke, you do need an electrical outlet.
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Warmers also melt wax more slowly and release a stronger and longer-lasting fragrance.
You should never leave a candle warmer on all night.
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