At Alena’s, we believe a beautiful candle doesn’t end when the flame goes out ✨
Our handcrafted soy wax candles are designed to be enjoyed long after the last burn — starting with reusing the jar.

Whether you’re repurposing your candle vessel for storage, décor, or preparing it for a refill, here’s our simple, safe, and eco-friendly step-by-step guide to cleaning your soy wax candle jar.

Why Reuse Your Alena’s Soy Wax Candle Jars?

Our jars are thoughtfully chosen to be both elegant and durable. Reusing them helps you:

Reduce waste and support sustainability 🌱
Create chic organizers for makeup, cotton pads, or pens
Repurpose jars as planters or décor pieces
Prepare containers for candle refills or DIY candle projects

What You’ll Need to Clean a Soy Wax Candle Jar

Most of these items are already in your home:

Hot (not boiling) water
Dish soap
Paper towels or a soft cloth
Butter knife or spoon
Baking soda (optional)
Rubbing alcohol or white vinegar (optional)

Step-by-Step: How to Clean a Soy Wax Candle Jar

Step 1: Remove Any Remaining Wax

Hot Water Method (Alena’s Recommended)
Place your candle jar in a sink or heat-safe bowl. Carefully pour hot water into the jar, leaving a little space at the top. The remaining soy wax will melt, rise to the surface, and solidify as the water cools. Once hardened, lift the wax disk out and discard it in the trash.

⚠️ Never pour wax down the drain.

Freezer Method (Optional Alternative)
Place the candle jar in the freezer for 2–3 hours. Once frozen, the wax will shrink and easily pop out with a spoon or butter knife.

Step 2: Remove the Wick & Wick Sticker

Once the wax is gone, gently pry up the metal wick tab using a spoon or butter knife. If the adhesive is stubborn, apply a small amount of rubbing alcohol or white vinegar to loosen it.

Step 3: Wash the Jar

Wash the jar with warm water and dish soap to remove any remaining oils. Use a soft cloth or sponge to protect the glass.

For lingering scent, sprinkle a little baking soda inside the jar and gently scrub — this helps neutralize fragrance naturally.

Step 4: Dry & Inspect

Dry the jar completely with a clean towel and allow it to air-dry. Inspect the jar to ensure it’s free of wax, residue, and moisture before reuse. And that my friend is the best way to clean your Alena’s candle jars at home. Now let’s repurpose them into some cool home decor, bathroom organizational tools.

How to Reuse Your Alena’s Candle Jar

Here are a few of our favourite ideas:

Bathroom storage for cotton rounds or bath salts
Desk organization for pens or makeup brushes
Mini planter for succulents or herbs
Kitchen storage for spices or tea lights
Refill and relight with your next Alena’s candle 🌿Let us know if this is something you would be interested in, as we could offer this in the near future.

A Thoughtful Finish

Reusing your candle jar is a small step that makes a big impact. At Alena’s, sustainability, craftsmanship, and beauty go hand in hand — and we love seeing our candle vessels live on in your home.

✨ Tag us on social media to show us how you’ve repurposed your finished, cleaned Alena’s soy wax candle jars.