Soy Candles

Body Massage Candles are very new to the marketplace.  They are known by names as: massage oil candles, body candles, body massage candles, or lotion candles.  At first glance they look like any other candle.  The truth is that they are very different.  They are actually massage oil in solid form.  Some are massage oil and lotion combined.  The purpose of a massage candle is to provide a simple method of heating the massage oil before it is applied to the body. 

Massage candles are usually scented with fragrance oils or essential oils.  When they are lit they will produce a pleasing aroma.  Due to the fact that they are intended for skin contact they don’t contain as much scent and are not as strong as a regular candle.  Massage candles are generally safe for skin use.  They don’t get as hot as a traditional candle and are therefore safe to apply on the skin.  They are typically made from all natural ingredients and can include various butters, oils, fragrance oils, and essential oils.  Since Shea butter is a common ingredient, persons with nut allergies should use caution with this product, as it may cause a reaction.  Any massage candle that uses products that contain citrus oils such as: orange, lemon, lime, or bergamot should avoid direct sunlight immediately after its use.  Massage candles are for external use only.

As with the use of any candle, be sure that it is on a stable heat resistant surface and not close to flammable objects while burning.  Don’t move the candle while it is burning and never leave a lit candle unattended.  Always keep massage candles away from children and pets.  It is always best to extinguish the flame with a candle snuffer.

Massage candles are so popular as they provide couples with a romantic and intimate experience.  It is a perfect way to set the mood, as they interact with 3 of the 5 senses, sight, smell and touch.  When the massage candle has lotion added it provides a quality spa experience in the privacy of your own home, that leaves your skin moisturized and delicately scented.

It is simple to use a massage candle.  Light the wick and let it burn 15-20 minutes.  The massage oil will melt and form a pool of warm oil on the top of the candle.  The massage oil will only reach a temperature slightly above normal body temperature.  As your candle is burning you will enjoy its pleasing aroma.  After the 15-20 minutes, snuff the flame out and drizzle a small amount of oil on the area of skin to be massaged.  Be sure to use a small amount, as it goes a very long way!  Then massage the warm oil into the skin and enjoy the moisturizing softness it provides.

Our gourmet body massage soy candles are made with cosmetic grade soy oil, Shea butter, Mango butter, Jojoba oil, Grape-seed oil, Vitamin E, Beeswax, 100% pure, skin-safe fragrance oil or pure essential oil.  We have one of the finest products on the market.  Ingite your love life with a big bang this new year!

Ylang-ylang grows on the cananga tree.  It is a small flower that is greenish yellow, on rare occasion pink and curly like a sea star.  The tree is fast growing and reaches a height of 12 meters.  It grows 5 meters per year.  It grows in full or partial sun and grows best in the rain-forest where the soil is acidic.  The flower yields a very fragrant essential oil.  Its fruit is a staple food item for several types of birds.  It has been cultivated in temperate conditions in the laboratory. 

The plant is native to the Philippines and Indonesia.  Ylang-ylang either means “wilderness” where it prefers to grow or “rare” pertaining to its alluring delicate scent.  Its fragrance is rich and deep with hints of rubber and custard and bright with traces of jasmine and neroli.  Neroli has a refreshing, distinctive , spicy aroma with sweet, flowery notes.  Steam distillation is used to obtain the essential oil from the flower. 

In aromatherapy the essential oil is believed to relieve high blood pressure, normalize sebum secretion for skin problems.  It is a common ingredient in the motion sickness medicine, Motion-Eaze.  It is also considered to be an aphrodisiac.  Chanel No. 5, a floral themed perfume uses ylang-ylang in it.  Ylang-ylang blends well with most floral, fruit and wood smells.  Ylang-ylang flowers are spread on the bed of newlyweds in Indonesia.  Filipino women use the flowers along with sampaguita flowers to make a necklace that they wear.  The necklace is also used to adorn religious images.

Scented soy candles also use the essential oil of ylang-ylang in making a very relaxing fragrance.  Its aroma is a sweet floral smell, similar to jasmine.  Remember it is a potent aid to romance and has its use in aromatherapy.  You can find this scent in fragrance oils, gourmet soy candle containers, soy tart melts, gourmet body massage soy candles, soy votive and aromatherapy soy candles.  Look for this fragrance in the scents of Ylang-ylang, Enchanted Journey or Sensual Moments. 

Myrrh is a reddish-brown resinous material, the dried sap of the tree Commiphora myrrha.  It is native to Yemen, Somalia and the eastern parts of Ethiopia.

Myrrh was greatly valued in ancient times.  It was well worth its weight in gold.  It came to be synonymous with the word “perfume”.  Myrrh was one of the ingredients of perfumes in that time .  In ancient Rome it was valued 5 times as much as frankincense, even though frankincense was more popular.  Myrrh was used in Roman funerals to cover up the smell of the burning corpses,   They obviously believed in cremation as a source of burial.  It was also used to fumigate wine jars before bottling the wine.

Myrrh has a religious connection.  It was mentioned as a primary ingredient in the holy anointing oil Moses was commanded to make by God.  It was one of the gifts the Magi brought to the infant Jesus, was offered to Jesus during the crucifixion and was one of the spices used in preparing Jesus body for burial.  Today it is used by many churches in the preparation of chrism, which is consecrated oil used in baptism and confirmation. 

In the medical arena it is used as an antiseptic, found in mouthwashes, gargles and toothpastes for prevention and treatment of gum disease.  It is also used in some liniments and healing salves that can be applied to minor skin aliments and abrasions.  When the myrrh gum is mixed into vinegar it has a property that is used in alternative medicine to remove blood congestion and relieve pain.  It is used in the production of Fernet, a home remedy used in the treatment of menstrual and gastrointestinal discomforts, such as hangovers, baby colic and cholera.  Fernet is a bitter aromatic spirit made from over 40 herbs and spices.

Myrrh is also used as an ingredient in the making of scented soy candles.  You can find it in the fragrances of Oh Holy Night and Burning Desire. Herald in the new year with a gourmet soy candle or fragrance oil filling your home with a royal aroma. 

Sandalwood, a name for several fragrant woods.  These woods are used for their essential oil.  It is a yellowish, fine-grained, heavy wood.  Other uses for Sandalwood besides its fragrance are carving and medicinal qualities.  Genuine sandalwood’s are found in India and Australia, also Indonesia and the Pacific Islands. 

Indian Sandalwood is endangered and therefore very expensive.  Their prices have risen up to $1000-1500 per kg in the last 5 years.  Some countries regard this oil trade as ecologically harmful, since it promotes the over-harvesting of sandalwood trees.  In Western Australia, huge plantations have been developed to grow Indian sandalwood for trade.

Hawaiian sandalwood was so sought after due to its high quality that it became just short of extinction. 

Australian sandalwood differs considerably from the above sandalwood’s.  It is used by some aromatherapists and perfumers. 

To produce sandalwood fragrance oil the tree needs to be at least 40 years old, 80 years and older is actually preferred.  Since the demand for real sandalwood is high a tree 30 years old can be used with the production of an inferior sandalwood.  The entire tree is harvested and even the stump and roots are used.

Sandalwood essential oil has a definite wood base note. It has a bright and fresh edge and is an excellent fixative to enhance other fragrances.  It is used widely in the cosmetic industry and is expensive. 

Also sandalwood is used for rituals and ceremonies in Hinduism.  Buddhism uses sandalwood for several purposes, including meditation and incense.  The Chinese and Japanese use it in worship and various ceremonies.

For medicinal purposes it became popular in 1920-1930.  It was used as an essential oil for urogenital and skin antiseptic.  Its main ingredient beta-santalol has antimicrobial properties.  It needs to be diluted with a carrier oil first and then can be used to clear skin from blackheads and spots.

Australian Aborigines used sandalwood for food, eating the seed kernels, nuts and fruit.  Sandalwood oil is also used as an immersion oil in ultraviolet and fluorescence microscopy.

Sandalwood is also used in the making of scented soy candles.  These fragrances include the aroma of sandalwood: Sandalwood, Egyptian Musk, Angel, Sensual Moments, Burning Desire and Seduction.  You can find these fragrances in several different sized soy candle containers as well as in fragrance oil. 

Simply put, a container candle is a candle sold in a container, such as a glass jar or metal tin.  A soy container candle is one made from soy-wax from the soybean.  The candles are molded directly inside their respective container with the hot soy-wax.  The soy candle is made to be stored and burned in its original container.  Using a soy container candle provides for greater safety from being a fire hazard.  You can find a wide range of containers ranging in many sizes, shapes, styles and materials.  You can even find container candles made from recycled materials. 

Scented soy container candles come with lids to keep the fragrance contained until you want to burn the candle.  A lid makes it easy to transport the soy candle from one room to another.  The lid also prevents the scent from becoming overwhelming when not in use, as it can permeate other objects.

You can make your own soy container candle at home.  Just purchase some soy-wax and collect your choice of container and go to work on your own creation.  Happy Holidays!  

If you are interested in doing your own aromatherapy with essential oils there are a few basic ones that aromatherapy experts recommend purchasing.  You can find them in any local health food store and are relatively inexpensive to purchase.  The essential oils are citrus oils, floral oils, lavender, peppermint, rosemary and tea tree.  These oils are versatile and safe to use for beginners.  

To enhance your mood, try one of the citrus oils you purchased: lemon, lime, orange, or grapefruit.  Your floral oils are great for stress relief: lavender, peppermint and rosemary.  Lavender is a versatile oil, can be used for bruises, insect bites, cuts, sleep and for stress relief inhalation.  Peppermint eases stomach aches and stimulates a tired feeling.  Rosemary is invigorating and works best in inhalation from a diffuser, aroma lamp or directly from the bottle.  Tea tree oil can be used as a mild antiseptic, apply it directly to the skin to heal cuts and pimples. 

Essential oils can be used in different ways in your home.  Some ideas are adding them to your humidifier, vaporizer, diffusers, spray bottles of water, baths, lamp rings, candle wax, or just inhalation directly from the oil bottle.  If you are thinking of using your essential oil internally, be sure and consult a medical doctor first.  Some oils are dangerous if used this way.  You should always research the essential oil you are planning on using beforehand to know its side effects if any and how best to use it.  A special note for pregnant women, you should avoid certain oils.  They are calamus, mugwort, pennyroyal, sage, wintergreen, basil, hyssop, myrrh, marjoram and thyme. 

To preserve your oil be sure and store it in a cool, dark place.  A dark, tinted glass bottle is best.  Light can damage the essential oil. 

Try using a gourmet body massage soy candle from the spa collection for a true aromatherapy experience.  Share it with your spouse for a romantic get-away and indulge yourself to a full body massage in your own home.  Great gift idea for use in the cold winter months ahead to help stay warm.   

We all have our favorite fragrances in perfumes, soaps, shampoos and even candles.  Fragrance is a major part of our lives today.  Over 75% of the candles sold on the market are scented.  Candle manufacturers and fragrance companies have begun to work together to create pleasing scents for our homes and our lives.  They want to also increase our quality of life by increasing our comfort levels with scented candles. 

To really increase your quality of life and keep your health optimum, soy candles are the way to go.  They are non-toxic to your health, a renewable resource, affordable since they last 50% longer than paraffin candles, and Eco-friendly.  They come in all sizes and shapes, and various containers. 

Here are some popular scents to think about as you decide on what fragrance you might like to try.  They rank from the most popular as number 1 and on down the list.

1. Scents for the kitchen: vanilla, cinnamon, coffee, gingerbread, pumpkin, apple pie, and brown sugar.
2. Scents from fruits: citrus and apple have a wide range from the light and airy scents to the warm comforting scents, also found are melon, peach and black cherry.
3. Scents of floral: lavender, lilac, rose, jasmine and gardenia are soft and light scents.
4. Scents for the spa: mint, eucalyptus, sandalwood, green tea and ylang ylang were created for relaxation and mood elevation.
5. Scents for real life: rain, fresh linen, ocean mist, baby powder and many more that remind us of familiar day to day scents.

Whatever your favorite scent might be, there is probably a fragrant scented soy candle just waiting to find a place in your home.  Won’t you give a homeless soy candle a place to throw back and let their scent go for the holidays.  Enjoy, as it permenates you with its essence of pure bliss.

When candles were first used the wick was made from braided cotton dipped into the candle wax to help stiffen it and keep it from burning down to rapidly.  Along the way the cotton wick became obsolete.  People decided they wanted a really stiff wick and added lead to it. 

In 1973 research conducted by the Health Research Group stated that lead-wick candles emitted toxic levels of lead.  This was similar to that of lead based paints being a potential risk of lead poisoning to children, if ingested.  The wick had to be burnt to emit the toxins.  Unfortunately, the petition made by this group was not recognized and granted until the year 2000.

Health risks to lead exposure include involvement with the nervous system and the cardiovascular and blood systems.  The risks affect both the adult and child, with children being more at risk since their bodies systems are still in developmental stages.

Lead-wick candles are still being sold in places like bargain and discount type stores and are being imported from overseas.  To assure your candle does not have a lead-wick, look at the label.  If this doesn’t show what kind of wick it is, then look at the wick itself.  If you notice a very thin metal core in the center of the wick, it is a lead-wick candle.  Lead-wicks will burn with more smoke and when extinguished continue to smoke for several minutes after.

Our soy candles are made with lead-free, natural cotton wicks.  They are safe for the environment and for your health.  Our wood wick soy candles have a unique wooden wick that crackles when it burns.  Help promote wick safety by choosing to burn cotton or wooden wicks.  Your health and children will thank-you.

Odors can be an instant mood lifter or bring you down.  Being aware of the smells around you and the effect they have on you will help you to handle your given response.  You can take charge of your moods by learning the powerful principle of fragrance as an instant mood lifter.  Here are some more fragrances and the effects they have on your mood.

1. Need more energy.  Try these three fragrances: peppermint, rosemary, and basil.  A cotton ball with peppermint essential oil applied to it and sniffed can help with the slumps.  Make a spray out of distilled water,  two teaspoons of almond oil, two drops each of the peppermint, rosemary, basil essential oils and mix by shaking.  Then simply spray as needed for your energy boost. 
2. Need to reduce your stress level.  Try these three fragrances: fennel, lavender, and cedar wood.  You can make a calming spray by following the above recipe, only substituting these three essential oils instead.  Again for a quick stress reliever, use a cotton ball and apply a mixture of these oils and take a deep sniff. 
3. Need to add some passion in your life.  Try a mixture of bergamot, orange, and ginger essential oils.  Just a few whiffs will enhance passionate feelings.  You can use scented soy candles with these fragrances mixed together or separate and burn them at the same time. 

With winter coming and the cold weather keeping us indoors more and more, why not boost your mood with the power of fragrance in the form of your favorite scented soy candle.

The pumpkin is a very popular item this time of year.  It is a squash, a member of the Cucurbita family.  Antarctica is the only continent that can’t grow pumpkins due to the climate.  Pumpkins grow in six of the remaining continents, even including Alaska.  Morton, Illinois has become the self proclaimed pumpkin capital of the world.  It is the home of Libby’s corporation pumpkin industry.  The tradition of carving pumpkins began with turnips.  The Irish started the tradition of carving turnips for the holiday.  When they immigrated to America, they instead found the pumpkin to be plentiful and switched from turnip carving to pumpkin carving. 

Pumpkin pie is a holiday treat.  The delectable aroma of a fresh baked pumpkin pie can now be yours at the light of a match.  Simply put that lighted match to the wick of your pumpkin spice scented soy candle and let your nose do the smelling.  Why not bring Thanksgiving to your home all month long and enjoy the many blessings that this America has to give us.  When your scented pumpkin spice soy candle burns, remember to be thankful for our land, our families, our health, and our soldiers that serve to keep us free.  Thank-you soldiers!