Safety
When used correctly, Foton is safer than traditional candles. Here's how to set up your Foton Candle for optimal safety and performance:
1. Pour
Fireproof containers are recommended, but it is possible to safely use other containers. Just make sure they're large enough to keep the melt pool away from the edge and prevent the container from heating up during use. Minimum container width depends on a wick type. Generally, that means 4" minimum container width at the narrowest part for a single-wick candle with our standard wicks but test it carefully and make sure it's not heating up while burning.
2. Insert cotton wick
Insert the wick with only a 1/4" tip sticking out of the pearls, just enough to light it. Make sure to have at least 2" of pearls around the wick and at least 1" of pearls under the wick.
2. Insert wooden wick
The wooden wick needs to be pushed all the way in, leaving only a short tip out (about 1/8").
2. Insert XL Wooden Wick
The XL wooden wick needs to be pushed all the way in, leaving only a short tip out (about 1/8"). The wick direction matters as well - be sure the Foton logo is at the bottom.
3. Light your candle
When the wick is inserted correctly, each wick should last up to 12 hours.
3. Light the Wooden Wick
The wick will stay lit once the flame reaches the pearls, so you will need to keep lighting it a bit longer than you would on a normal wick.
Refreshing
Refresh your candle by pulling out the wick. You can cut the wick and reuse it or replace it with a new wick for a brand new candle. Check out all the ways to refresh your Foton here.
SCENTING
Our Scent-Free product is pure and naturally odorless. Wondering how to add scent to pearled candles? It’s possible to add scent by dropping compatible fragrance oils close to the wick BEFORE lighting it, but please do so at your own risk and comfort level. You'll find that some oils work better than others, so experiment carefully until you find some that work. Never add essential oils or other fragrance oils to a burning candle as oils are highly flammable! It is the user’s responsibility for all modifications made to the candles such as colors and scents. Learn more about how to safely add scents here.
4 - Container Size
- Must be at least 4 inches wide at its narrowest point
- This ensures the candle wax beads melt evenly and avoids overheating
- Our melt pool typically reaches 2–3 inches wide, so using a single wick in a 4-inch container keeps the melted pearls safely away from the edges.
2 - Wick Placement
- Center the wick and keep it 2 inches from all edges and decor
- Use only one wick in a 4-inch container to leave 2 inches of space around the wick
1 - Wax Depth
- Ensure there’s at least 1 inch of wax pearls below the wick
- This depth helps the candle typically self-extinguish more safely, reducing the risk of overheating and protecting the candle bowl from damage
This way, if your Foton Candle is accidentally left burning, the flame is expected under normal conditions to self-extinguish when it reaches the end of the wick without heating up the container. It will also typically self-extinguish when accidentally tipped over. Even with these additional safety features, please note accidents can still occur so follow good fire safety practices such as:
1) Never burn your candles on or near anything that can catch on fire
2) Keep out of reach of children and pets
3) Keep away from drafts and flammable objects
4) Never leave your candles burning unattended.
Foton candle pearls are plant-based and non-toxic, but not edible, do not ingest. Avoid getting pearls in your eyes to avoid irritation.
It's REAL FIRE, please review and follow all safety instructions included in the box. Use responsibly and at your own risk!