Lemon Velvet Tart
Lemon Velvet Tart
10 oz / 283 g · 45–55 hour burn · Coconut soy wax
For a room that feels flat on a grey afternoon. The lemon is bright, and the custard and pastry keep it soft. The top has hand-piped whipped wax, wax lemon wedges and a golden crumble.
Natural Coconut Soy Wax
Phthalate-free fragrance oils
Poured by Hand in small batches
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Scent
☀️ Top — Lemon zest, the oil you get from squeezing the peel, without the harsh edge cheap citrus candles carry.
🌸 Heart — Vanilla custard, smooth and set.
🌙 Base — Buttery pastry, flaky rather than heavy.
🏠 Best in — Kitchens, bathrooms, and home offices. Good in winter when a room needs waking up.
🕯️ Pairs with — Blueberry Waffles for a full bakery pair.
How to use
Lemon Velvet Tart is a bright citrus scent. Use these steps to keep the lemon zest clean and the custard base soft.
- The first burn sets the candle. Keep it lit for two to three hours, until the melt pool touches the glass.
- Cut the wick to 6 mm before you light it. A short, clean flame gives the clearest lemon scent.
- In a home office, put it at the side of the desk, away from papers and screens.
- Do not burn it for more than four hours in one session.
- Stay in the room while it is lit. Keep children and pets away from it.
- The lemon wedges are moulded wax and the top is piped wax. They are not food, and they melt into the pool.
- Stop with 1 cm of wax left. Clean the jar with warm soapy water and reuse it.
Details
| Scent | Lemon zest, vanilla custard, buttery pastry |
|---|---|
| Size | 10 oz / 283 g |
| Burn time | 45 to 55 hours |
| Wax | Coconut soy wax |
| Wick | Cotton or wood, lead free |
| Fragrance | Phthalate-free fragrance oil |
| Top | Hand-piped whipped wax and moulded wax lemon wedges |
| Vessel | Clear glass jar |
| Made in | Kelowna, BC, Canada |
| Ships to | Canada and the United States |
Reviews
Very accommodating of my timeline, communicative, and went above and beyond to deliver a great product.
Why people buy from Gist of Light
| Feature | Gist of Light | Other candles |
|---|---|---|
| Wax | 100% coconut soy wax | Often paraffin, or a paraffin blend |
| Wick | Cotton or wood, lead free | Often not stated |
| Phthalate and paraben free | Yes | Rarely stated |
| Hand poured | Every jar, in Kelowna, BC | Usually machine filled |
| Uniqueness | A whipped wax top piped by hand, with moulded wax fruit | A printed label on plain wax |
Candle Safety
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Before you light
- Trim the wick to 6 mm (1/4 inch).
- Remove the lid and any packaging.
- On the first burn, let the melted wax reach the edge of the jar.
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While it burns
- Never leave a burning candle alone.
- Keep it away from children, pets, and anything that can catch fire.
- Burn it for no more than four hours at a time.
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Where to put it
- Use a flat, heat-resistant surface.
- Keep it away from draughts.
- A tin gets hot on the outside.
- Do not move a candle while it is lit or while the wax is melted.
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Put it out
- Stop using the candle when 1 cm of wax remains.
- Put out the flame with a snuffer or the lid.
- Let the wax set before you move the candle.
Frequently asked questions
What does Lemon Velvet Tart smell like?
Lemon peel at the top, vanilla custard through the middle, buttery pastry underneath. A dessert scent, not a cleaning-product lemon.
Does it smell like a cleaning product?
No. Cleaning lemon is sharp and thin. This one has custard and pastry under it, which is what makes it read as food.
Is it good for getting rid of stale smells?
It is the brightest candle we make, so it is the one to reach for after cooking or in a room that has been shut up.
Why does citrus fade faster in some candles?
Citrus oils are volatile and burn off first in a hot wax. Coconut soy burns cooler, which is why the lemon here holds through the burn.
Are the lemon wedges on top real?
No. They are moulded wax, and they melt into the pool as the candle burns.
How long does a 10 oz candle burn?
45 to 55 hours, depending on how long you burn it each time and how draughty the room is.
