Here’s how to keep a wax warmer clean using just a few household supplies.

Scented wax warmers work differently.

Usually, these warmers melt blocks ofwax that can be reuseduntil all the wax evaporates.

Light green wax cubes inside and next to white wax warmer

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Turn on the warmer until the wax is melted.

Dispose of the Wax

Place wax in a trash can once it’s cooled.

Never pour hot wax down asink drain.

Materials and tools to clean a wax warmer

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Use a melamine sheet or sponge (Mr. Clean Eraser) to scrub the interior lightly for tough stains.

Dry the freshly cleaned area with a microfiber cloth.

If it has hardened, use a rubber spatula or scraper to scrape off the leftover wax.

Green wax melted inside of wax warmer surrounded by cleaning materials

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you’ve got the option to also use a melamine sponge or all-purpose cleaning spray.

you might reuse melted wax for a scented wax warmer until the scent diminishes.

However, do not reuse melted wax for beauty care purposes.

Wax warmer unplugged with melted green wax inside

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It’s unhygienic, and the wax can lose effectiveness each time it’s reheated.

Vinegar can be used in a baking soda paste to remove leftover wax from a wax warmer.

However, keep the vinegar-containing paste away from the heating element since it can damage it.

Wax being removed with paper towel while wearing black gloves

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Paper towel with wax residue disposed of in trash can

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Mr. clean eraser scrubbed inside wax warmer to remove residue

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Exterior of wax warmer wiped down with cloth and mineral oil

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Orange wax melt cubes inside of wax warmer next to houseplant

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