by matthew and andrew's passion for gardening at their hudson valley home, our tomato candle is a fresh and verdant scent that opens with a beautiful mélange of freshly-picked herbs - aromatic basil, calming lavender and cool mint leaves. vines of green ivy intertwine with the rich sweetness of a perfectly ripe tomato captured from the san marzano leaf cut at the home of a master perfumer in france. hints of uplifting mandarin and woodsy petitgrain engage the senses while notes of earthy cedarwood and green pepper give the scent a soft, clean finish. our tomato candle recreates the abundance of aroma that permeates through a flourishing vegetable garden in late summer. natural wax blend has a clean, slow burn that lasts 60 hours. + top. basil, green ivy, lavender + mint. + middle. tomato, mandarin + petitgrain. + base. cedarwood + green pepper. vegan. cruelty-free. vegetable wax blend, cotton wick. DIRECTIONS: trim wick to ¼ (0.6 cm) prior to each lighting. place on heat-resistant, non-flammable surface. keep away from drafts and walls. burn at least 2-3 hours for first use, then no more than 3 hours at a time. discontinue use when ½ (1.3 cm) of wax remains. caution. never leave unattended. burn within sight. keep away from flammable items. keep out of reach of children and pets. tips from matthew + andrew. our candles have such a clean burn that the glasses are reusable. we use ours as stylish drinking glasses at home and in the office.
Daily Cleaning: Use a soft brush or damp cloth to gently wipe away dirt. Avoid harsh chemicals. For mesh areas, use diluted mild detergent and a soft brush.
Drying: Air dry in a cool, shaded place after cleaning. Avoid direct sunlight or high heat, which can cause fading and glue deterioration.
Storage: Stuff with paper to maintain shape when not in use. Store in a dry, ventilated area to prevent mold. Rotate between multiple pairs to extend lifespan.
Usage Notes: Designed for basketball. Not recommended for hiking, long-distance running, or other specialized sports where different performance features are required.
The packaging was neat and the product arrived without any damage. The design is simple but practical, exactly what I was looking for.