In an age when gifts are usually mass-produced and sold by the dozen off the shelves of Wal-Mart, it can be a challenge to come up with a gift that is both personal and thoughtful. If you want to give someone a gift that nobody else will have and that will show how much you really care, you should consider making a candle. (more…)
On a trip to Dubai I had the opportunity to visit the spectacular Burj Al Arab hotel, a luxuriously modern and decadent retreat for the rich and famous, often touted as the world’s finest hotel. With its unique sail-shape architecture cutting a stunning profile against a backdrop of deep blue sea, it has become the signature of cosmopolitan Dubai. (more…)
The fragrance of lemon has been used in dish soaps, laundry detergents and even in household cleaners. Generally lemon fragrance is thought to be an indication that the dishes or clothes have been cleansed of the dirt recently. There are a number of other citrus fruits, but amazing to notice that it has taken so long for other fragrances to catch up. (more…)
We certainly live in a time of fragrances. Humans always have and for long we could do very little to improve our surroundings. One could improve the smell with flowers and then perfume came. (more…)
There are several types of aromatherapy diffusers, all of which are designed to disperse fragrant and therapeutic essential oils into the air. An aromatherapy diffuser can be used as a natural air freshener in a room or even in a car. Natural plant (more…)
Burning aromatherapy candles scented with pure essential oils is a wonderful way to add fragrance to a room. Not only does an aromatherapy candle smell nice, it can have therapeutic effects on the body and mind. Essential oils are extracted (more…)
Used for centuries, candelabras were once bringers of light to homes and cathedrals. but with the advent of electricity, the candelabra was shamefully put aside. Nowadays, the soothing calm that a lit candle provides is more appreciated (more…)
What could define a loving home environment better than the smell of a burning scented candle? Imagine walking into your home on a cold winter’s evening and being greeted by the aroma of French Vanilla (more…)
Aromatherapy is the process of enjoying certain scents, which are commonly used in scented candles and bath salts. Many do not realize this, but certain scents have calming effects and enable the individual to feel more relaxed and free of stress. (more…)
All of us know how problematic a dry winter can turn out to be. The plunging amount of humidity in the air during this time sucks out the moisture of our skin and mucous membranes. Our noses get dry as does our favorite wood furniture and even our attempts to provide heat during this bone cracking cold (more…)