What to consider when buying a new candle warmer
What are you burning?
There are usually two ways to use a candle warmer: place a full candle on top of the plate, or place melts (cubes of wax) in a little bowl on top of the warmer. If you have a favorite candle that you restock regularly, get a candle warmer that essentially functions as a hot plate. But if you don’t mind switching to melts, you can get a warmer that looks a little cuter and only requires a few cubes. And if you’re indecisive, you can find one that can handle both.
Candle size
Do you like to pick the largest candle in the store, or do you prefer getting several small ones to try out new scents? Your favorite candle sizes can determine what candle warmer you should get (a small warmer likely won’t hold a 16-ounce candle). When in doubt, go bigger.
Do you want a corded warmer or a plug-In?
Do you love putting fragrance wallflowers in your room? Then plug-in candle warmers will be a quick transition—instead of using wallflower refills, you can use wax melts. But, many candle warmers that can be used with full candles need to be plugged in with a cord, so consider which you’d prefer to use before choosing a corded or plug-in warmer.
