Using a candle wick trimmer prolongs the life of your candles and provides for a brighter, cleaner, and more even burn. A trimmed wick will reduce soot and smoke, as well as preserving the candle for a longer burn life. Keeping your wick around 1/4" will control how much wax melts in order to create an even burn and significantly prolong the life of all the candles in your collection. The rose gold finish on this wick trimmer adds a stylish pop of fun to any decor.