How to Put Out a Candle with Your Fingers.

Have you ever seen someone put out a candle with their fingers? Have you ever wanted to try it without burning your hands? Here is a way to do it safely.

Steps

1. 

   Light your candle. It should be at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) high and freestanding. Make sure you can pull your hand away quickly.

2. 

   Lick your fingers. This is an important part of the process. Do not skip it! Licking your fingers adds a layer of water that protects your skin from getting burned

3. 

   Place your hand about 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from the flame/wick.

4. 

   Quickly grab the wick and then let go. This should put out your flame. If it does not, blow out your candle, shorten your wick and try again.

5. 

   Practice. Eventually with practice you can do this without licking your fingers, but you must master the timing first. Be warned!

Warnings

• Soot from the wick will come off on your fingers. Wash it off and don't touch your face or clothing, because you'll leave black marks. Thanks Helpful 12 Not Helpful 0
• If you hold the wick too long, your fingers could get burned. Thanks Helpful 95 Not Helpful 32
• Don't do it without liquid on your fingers. Thanks Helpful 15 Not Helpful 3