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Posted on December 1, 2005 in Herbs and spice
Candle Making With Herbs is one of those things most people think about but rarely undertake. Unlike incense, herbal candles do not add smoke to the air. An herbal candle can create an ambiance of healthfulness and well-being.
Candle Making With Herbs involves in producing aromatherapy candles. Using the natural waxes such as soy, palm and beeswax, makes them to burn cleaner and for longer time. They are not made by using petroleum or polymer based paraffin and gel waxes. You can add dye to color the candle; mostly it is preferred to leave natural bits of herbs and flower petals. Essential oils should be added after the wax has melted and started cooling. This is done to preserve the integrity of the fragrance as they essentially break down and evaporate. Palm wax or palm beeswax candles burn for long time and clean.
Aromatherapy is a natural healing alternative that uses the power hidden in oils extracted from flowers, herbs, plants and even trees! Essential oils are used in Candle Making With Herbs they act on the olfactory nerves, which lead from the nose to the brain. Essential oils contain antibacterial, antibiotic, antiviral, and other therapeutic properties. Aromatherapy is holistic therapy for your mind, body, and spirit. Essential oils are organic and act in harmony with the body, providing well-being and balance. Tea candles and votives or jar candles are the variety of scented candles. Popular scents include bayberry, vanilla, cinnamon and sandalwood.
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