How Climate Affects Your Candle – What to Know in the UAE and Beyond
Candles are living art — they breathe, respond, and react to their environment more than most people realise. Their burn pattern, shape, and scent are subtly but significantly influenced by climate. If you’ve ever noticed your candle behaving differently in the UAE compared to Europe, or when gifting it abroad, you’re not imagining it. Here’s how climate shapes your candle’s performance and how to care for it.
- Temperature: The Wax Tells All
In warm climates (like UAE summers):
- Sculptural candles may lean or bend.
- A soft sheen of oils (known as “sweating”) can appear on the surface.
- Container candles may feel softer to the touch.
In cooler climates:
- Wax can harden more than usual.
- Rapid cooling may cause small surface cracks.
- Burn times slow down, with smaller melt pools.
Care tips:
- Store candles in a cool, shaded spot.
- Avoid cars, sunny windowsills, and direct heat sources.
- Keep sculptural candles upright and away from sunlight.
- Humidity: Especially for Natural Wax Candles
High humidity affects natural waxes such as soy and beeswax.
What you may notice:
- A frosty or mottled finish (called bloom) — completely harmless.
- Wicks may take longer to light as they absorb moisture.
Care tips:
- Wipe gently with a soft cloth before lighting.
- Keep lids on container candles when not in use.
- Altitude & Airflow: The Flame’s Dance
Homes in high-rise towers or elevated mountain regions experience shifts in air pressure and airflow.
What you may notice:
- Flickering flames
- Uneven burns
- Extra dripping in sculptural pieces
Care tips:
- Keep candles away from AC vents, fans, and open drafts.
- Rotate sculptural candles every few days to balance airflow exposure.
- Scent Throw in Warm vs. Cool Climates
Heat releases fragrance molecules faster.
In warm climates:
- Candles often smell stronger, but scents may fade more quickly over time, even unlit.
In cooler climates:
- Fragrance may release more slowly, with a subtler presence.
Care tips:
- Store scented candles in airtight boxes to preserve fragrance.
- Burn in shorter sessions to enjoy scent while extending longevity.
A Candle Shaped by Its Climate
At Amora, every candle is handcrafted in the UAE with intention — but even the finest wax and wick respond to their surroundings. Whether you’re enjoying your candle by the sea in Dubai or gifting it to a loved one in cooler Europe, understanding how climate shapes performance helps you make the most of it.
Your candle is more than décor. It is a living expression of scent, design, and ambience — influenced not only by how you burn it, but where.
Enjoy the glow,
Luxmi
Founder, Amora