trim yo damn wick * in style * trimming your wick is So important for candle care. after hours of burning, your wick will begin to mushroom (the ugly soot ball that forms on the end of it). if you do not remove this piece, the next time you burn your candle it will do a few things you do not want: 1) it will burn hotter, which means it will melt down faster2) it will smoke and product soot around the container your candle is in (and we all know that soot goes into the air too!) get the most out of your candle and trim your wick after every use (or before you light, tomato/tomato). you don't have to trim it too short, keep it at about 1/4" and your candle will last longer and smell great from the first light! Product Details candle wick trimmer - matte black, stainless steel6.9 inches long x 2.4 inches wide (handle width)