Why Does My Candle Produce So Much Soot?

There can be many answers to this question. Many times its the environment that the candle is lit in. Is the surface flat? Is there a draft? Was the wick trimmed to 1/4" before lighting it? All of these factors play a role in a well lit candle.
Also, if a wick is too big for the candle sooting may occur. If the wick is not straight through the candle sooting may occur. Some wicks are made with materials that soot more than others. Also some waxes produce more soot than others.
So, if you want to have less sooty candles make sure you burn them on a flat surface away from drafts with a trimmed wick with each lighting session. Also using soy or bees waxes will help.
Some things which you may not be able to control such as wick selection, size & placement may be a factor. But trying the suggestions above may help you out.

Enjoy,
Marie Ilardi- Owner
Artistic Candles by Marie, Inc.
http://www.artisticcandlesbymarie.com