It looks like a real candle and feels like one, too. But this one will last forever! Qult candle holders wont melt in the sun, wont turn yellow, or burn down too quickly. Every candle holder is hand made in Germany from premium wax-like material that stays permanently in shape and size. The interchangeable maxilights tealights sit neatly inside the candle holders and create a zen glow from inside out, radiating warmth as well as giving you the realistic ambiance of a flickering flame. So now you no longer have to worry about melted wax on your table!, , Please note that Tealights is not included