Since he just came, our little critter is a bit overwhelmed at first. It takes a few seconds to lighten up, take the gear off, and find a way to relax in a relatively teasing way on top of finally making use of these candles. Water isn't the only thing he can bathe in as he just showers the wax down. It might be rough upon contact, but the heat is definitely worth the satisfaction earned by peeling it off. Then maybe perhaps given the consequential mess it's time to actually clean himself.