Wax Melt Safety: Dos & Don’ts
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Stay Safe: Essential Wax Melt Dos & Don’ts
Dos
- Use correct wattage: Electric warmers between 20–25 W prevent overheating.
- Supervise burns: Never leave a tealight warmer lit in an empty room.
- Position high: Keep melts out of paw and finger reach – a bookshelf works well.
- Allow cooling time: Let wax set before moving the dish.
Don’ts
- Mix water in: This causes spitting.
- Use outdoor candles inside: Their flames sit too high for indoor dishes.
- Tip wax down the sink: It solidifies in pipes.
- Burn for 8 hours straight: Fragrance oils degrade and can smell burnt.
First‑aid quick‑look
| Incident | Action |
| Hot wax on skin | Cool running water 10 min |
| In eyes | Rinse & seek medical advice |
| Ingested | Rinse mouth, call NHS 111 |
