To use this candle, first trim the wick to 1/4 inch before lighting to reduce sooting. Don't burn the candle for more than 4 hours at a time. After that, wait at least 2 hours before relighting. For the best burn, let the candle burn until there's a full melt pool. Avoid burning it in a draft and never burn it while you're sleeping. The candle box and jar can be recycled. Just clean and rinse the jar before recycling, or you can reuse it as a pen holder, flower vase, etc. Make sure to follow all local recycling rules.