The Story of the Fragrance Mushroom 

When burning Aspen Bay Candles, wicks will develop a black "fragrance mushroom".  This "fragrance mushroom" is caused by the high volume of fragrance oils which have made our "Fragrances with Wicks" so popular.   A wick serves as a straw when burning, pulling the fragrance oil through the wax and releasing the fragrance into the air as it burns.

Aspen Bay Candles' "fragrance mushroom" is a constant reminder to you of our dedication to quality and your enjoyment.  When a "fragrance mushroom" is formed, gently blow out the flame, let cool, trim wick to 1/8"-1/4" and relight.  Without this simple attention, the "fragrance mushroom" could smoke and cause an oversized flame.

Our Wicks are Lead Free!

We have always used only American-made zinc core wicks, which are more expensive than plain cotton wicks and which give you the advantage of an easy-to-light (or relight) wick. When using a cotton wick, if the top of the candle liquefies and it is blown out, the wick in many cases will be submerged, and it is necessary to "dig" to relight the candle.

The zinc wick is 100% environmentally safe and has no relationship to a lead wick. By using a zinc wick, you will experience a longer-burning and more even-burning candle.

Just what are Fragrances with Wicks?

• 20-40% more fragrance oil
• Only pennies per hour to burn (divide price by burn time) 
• The Original 20+ Hour Votive (burn time will vary by fragrance and conditions)
• 100+ fragrances
• Available in today's designer colors
• Easy-lite, lead-free wick,
• Four season fragrance selections: Fall & Winter (including holiday), Spring & Summer