A: Let’s start with the new ones, F.S. I like to remind readers that “recycle” comes last in the “3 Rs” (reduce, reuse, recycle) for a reason. Reducing the amount of waste we generate to begin with is ...

What do you do when you've got a scented candle that's nearly burnt down to the wick, but still has a good amount of wax left over? With plain candles, you can sometimes reuse the wax in other ways ...

Old glass candle jars can easily be cleaned out and repurposed for other household uses. Remove wax and leftover wicks with two methods that don't require special equipment. Use old candle jars to ...

The life of a candle jar doesn't need to burn out after the wax has melted. Some Reddit users on the r/Anticonsumption subreddit have come up with ideas to reuse old glass candle vessels. One Redditor ...

Candles are my love language. My collection varies from holiday fragrances to wax blends infused with essential oils to scents inspired by faraway destinations. Between my bedroom and living space, my ...

In a popular Instagram Reel, low waster, thrifter, and sustainable living Instagrammer Allison K (@allisonfromearth) shows off three household items she loves to reuse. Allison demonstrates her clever ...

Candles can instantly make a minuscule apartment feel like an actual home, or at least the beginnings of one. But extra light and soothing scents are just half of the fun; the vessel itself can be ...

I have a lot of half-melted citronella candles, most in those colored glass globe-shaped containers and some in what looks like clay flowerpot material. They all melt in the center and the rest of the ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? You can’t cherish your favorite candle scent in perpetuity—assuming you’re actually ...

Sticking to a budget can often mean cutting back on things you love - but these clever money-saving hacks prove that doesn't always have to be the case. From re-using expensive candles to making the ...

Just because your candle can't be lit anymore doesn't mean you should throw it out. Try this hack that lets you keep your candles and transform your kitchen.