Lucia SnufferThere's a Right Way to do Everything (Even little things) When you blow out a candle, you're doing four things and three are not good. Yes, the candle is extinguished, however you risk blowing wax everywhere; you're also allowing the wick to emit a lot of smoke and you're increasing the chances the candle will tunnel or burn unevenly. To put out your candle properly, hold the snuffer over your candle and lower the bell to fully envelope the flame.