Are Miel Cire candles pure beeswax?
Yes. Every Miel Cire candle is made of pure beeswax, with no paraffin or soy. Most are hand-poured from 100% natural Australian beeswax.
Where are your candles made?
In Killarney, on Queensland's Southern Downs, by a small independent chandlery using Australian beeswax.
Are your candles scented?
No fragrance is added. Beeswax has its own faint, natural scent of honey when it burns. Our Serenity Jar is fully unscented.
How long do beeswax candles burn?
It depends on the size. Our Classic Pillar (20cm) burns for about 60 hours, the Serenity Jar for up to 25 hours, Wreath & Garland Trees for about 20 hours, Honeycomb Votives for about 15 hours each, Tealights for about 5 hours each, and the small tree tapers for about an hour.
Why choose beeswax over soy or paraffin?
Beeswax is a natural wax made by honeybees. It burns slowly with a bright, warm flame and needs no added fragrance. Paraffin is a by-product of petroleum, and soy is usually blended with other waxes and scents.
Do I need a candle plate?
Yes, for most of our candles. Sculptural candles, pillars and votives are made to stand on a candle plate or heat-resistant holder, not inside a container. Tealights come in their own cups, and the Serenity Jar is poured into glass.
What is the white film on my candle?
That is called bloom, and it is a natural sign of real beeswax. Wipe it away with a soft, dry cloth, or warm the surface gently with a hairdryer to bring back the shine.
How do I get the best burn?
Trim the wick to about 5mm before each lighting, keep the candle away from draughts, and never leave a lit candle unattended.
Do beeswax candles make good gifts?
Yes. Sculptural shapes like the Dahlia, Swirl Sphere and Honeycomb Pillar look lovely unlit, so they work as a gift and as decor.