Why Wooden Wicks Are Better — And Why We'll Never Go Back

When we started melt. we made a decision early on — wooden wicks only. No exceptions.

If you've never burned a wooden wick candle before, you're in for something special. Here's why we think they're simply better.

The crackle. Wooden wicks produce a soft, satisfying crackling sound when they burn — like a mini fireplace in your home. It's one of those small details that turns lighting a candle into a full sensory experience.

The burn. Wooden wicks burn slower and more evenly than cotton wicks. That means a longer burn time, less wasted wax around the edges, and more value for your money.

The flame. Wooden wicks produce a lower, wider flame that's just more beautiful to look at. It flickers gently and casts the most gorgeous warm light across a room.

The clean. Wooden wicks produce significantly less soot than cotton wicks. Combined with our 100% soy wax, every melt. candle burns clean — no toxins, no black smoke, no residue on your walls.

How to care for your wooden wick: Trim your wick to about 3-4mm before each burn. This keeps the flame the perfect size and prevents any mushrooming. If your flame ever looks too high, simply blow it out, trim the wick, and relight.

Once you burn wooden wick, you won't go back. Trust us.