Hand poured in small batches, with 100% soy derived from American-grown soy beans for an eco-friendly, clean burn. We use lead-free cotton wicks, and pure plant based oils. Each candle is poured in a glass vessel with a recycled wood lid / 9 oz reusable glass jar | wood lid Instructions: When first lighting our candles, please be sure to hold the lighter to the base of the wick. We STRONGLY suggest holding the lighter to the wick for 20-30 seconds to get a good first light.