Snake wrapped around skull DEATH & REBIRTH memento mori "remember you will die" ADAM & EVE Temptation eco-friendly & ethical candle in dark aesthetic theme for decor altar worship etc.

100% pure yellow beeswax (SDS available upon request) candle with eco-friendly & ethical liquid dyes & minerals. Each candle is hand poured & decorated by myself. No two candles are exactly alike even if I strive to make them identical. Each shade I create is custom blended to ensure a dark, vibrant color is achieved.

Candle weight is 8-8.3 oz.

Burn time for this candle runs anywhere from 20-25+hrs. depending upon the shape of the candle shell you want to remain to reuse for displaying your crystals, potpourri, jewelry, etc.

Some ways I've reused my own candle shells:
1. as decor to go on my altar with my Great Grandmother's, Grand Father's & Grand Mother's jewelry, a photo/other personal belonging, nestled inside with herbs, crystals & a smudge stick.
2. to hold my cleansing supplies.
3. to hold my crystals as I love to organize them.
4. to hold my handmade potpourri for some lovely scent on my altar.
5. to hold the remains of any spell work I've done depending upon the spell.
6. to display my most recent tarot card reading.

*see last pic for inspo on how to reuse burned candles!

I have done burn tests with & without dyes & the mineral paint & found that my wick choice prevents issues with burning as I invest in quality wicks. If you are interested in pure unadulterated yellow beeswax or sun-bleached white beeswax candles I will take limited custom orders. DM me & explain what you'd like & I will make a custom listing with a turnaround time.  

Crystals and display board not included.

What is beeswax 'bloom'?

100% pure beeswax 'blooms' causing a thin layer of tiny crystals form on the surface of the candle due to the migration & crystallization of some of the oils in the wax. This is nature & a hallmark sign in pure beeswax candles that can be fixed by using a hair drier to gently warm the candle on the LOWEST SETTING several inches away from the candle. Use sweeping motions as if drying your own hair. Colder climates cause beeswax to bloom more quickly.

BURN CARE INSTRUCTIONS:

To save the trees I do not include a candle care card, instead I put candle care instructions on each listing I create.

I BURN TEST EACH CANDLE to figure out the best way to get an attractive shell to reuse and to maximize burning time.

~~~*For the best experience burn the pillar so it makes a direct cylinder down the center of the pillar. As the candle burns downward the heat will rise burning away wax from higher up. If you burn too long early on you could shorten the burning time of this candle and end up with a less than attractive shell to reuse.*~~~

Please use general candle safety. Much of this is common sense, but I'm trying to avoid any lawsuits so I'm stating it here to cover my bum.

1. Never leave an open flame unattended.
2. Place candle on a plate and flat surface so any dripping is contained.
3. Avoid drafts & burn for 3-4 hrs. checking wax pool until desired diameter.
4. Wait at least 3 hrs before relighting, or overnight if possible.
5. NEVER touch wax until it's fully cooled down. Beeswax burns HOT, VERY HOT. You could burn yourself for sure on wax that has been sitting for several minutes.
6. Keep the candle away from anything that could light on fire. Including curious animals that may accidentally light their fur on fire. My cat did that once. Laid her tail down next to a burning candle...totally unaware of her demise. I saw it happen in slow motion. I've never sprinted so fast with a towel in my life! She's fine by the way, tail fur singed, but fine. It's been many years & she has never jumped up on a table again & the mere sight of fire makes her run in fear. If your animal companion isn't so smart, KEEP THEM AWAY FROM SAID ANIMAL COMPANIONS. Need I say more? I think not.
7. Do not move your candle around as this will slosh wax around and disrupt the quality of the burning by feeding the wick too much fuel too quickly. Once lit, do not move.
8. Trim the wick regularly. ****I use square braided and flat braided wicks that do not soot, crackle, or do any 'funny business' and burn down beautifully. To trim the wick simply take nail clippers or your fingernails and pinch off a tiny amount so no more than 1/4th remains but no less than 1/8th. No fancy tools are necessary.

What happens if I do not take proper care of my candle & the wick?

Beeswax burns super hot, so take proper care to not over-burn i.e. burning left unattended for 4+ hrs. I know everyone is guilty of leaving a candle to burn for ages so I figured I'd just warn you what will happen.

1. you will significantly shorten the lifespan of your gorgeous candle.
2. excess carbon could accumulate making the wick brittle. It will not impact burn performance, but the wick may crack off entirely. It's a PITA to fix but can be done by digging it out by melting the wax around the wick 'butt' with a lighter wand. Relight as usual burning for recommended time. Thinner wicks are more prone to this, but my larger wicks are more forgiving to neglect. If you have wick length to spare gently clip off the tip of the wick & relight the candle. If you do not have 1/4th or more wick length DO NOT clip, just relight. It may take a few seconds more than usual so use one of those wand lighters holding the candle up to the flame. Burn for the recommended time.

Shipped USPS.
***Please note: I try to be environmentally friendly so if I have a box I can reuse from packaging I have saved on orders I've made for myself, I WILL.

INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Due to time constraints as a one woman show, I'm not offering international shipping on Storenvy. I will make a listing for you on Ebay as Ebay has a program now where when you buy from the U.S.A. I just have to ship the item to Ebay's warehouse and they fill out all the paperwork & ship to you. I've had a few international buyers on Ebay & the program is flawless. Shipping time frame was reported to be 'fast'. Orders through Ebay are sadly $3 more to account for the higher fees but cheaper than if I charged a handling fee to fill out customs paperwork. Customs are your responsibility so be informed before purchasing. I respond within 24-48 hrs. & am here to answer any questions. Thank you for your understanding.