Aromatherapy Candle DIY

Simple. Pure. 100% Natural. Who doesn’t love the scent of a beautiful candle? But did you know that many candles are made with toxic ingredients? While store-bought candles smell amazing, often times they are made with waxes and wicks that contain toxins. Making your own candles is very simple, and who doesn’t love something handmade. You only need a handful of ingredients.So, let’s get started. First you will need a container for your candle. You could use a metal tin or a glass jar. We chose glass, so you can see the beauty in the layers of the different colors of wax. There are so many jar options available, from recycled jelly jars to ones you can buy in craft stores and on the web.Next you will need wax. Here we are using beeswax. There are many waxes on the market, but we love the organic feel of beeswax. Beeswax comes in different forms: blocks of beeswax and pastilles. The pastilles are mini pellets of beeswax that melt much quicker. You will also find a couple of options in the color. The difference between the waxes is slight: The yellower beeswax is straight from the hive, while the white beeswax is naturally bleached by exposing in thin layers to air and sunlight. For this candle we chose to use both types of beeswax to give a layered look. The choice is up to you. It will not change the functionality of the candle one bit. Next is the wick. We chose hemp wick because it burns slower than other wicks making your candle last longer. It also has a lower temperature flame with little to no smoke. Finally, the essential oils. This is where the fun comes in. You get to go on a sensory journey and play with different scent combos. You will need about 40-50 drops of essential oil for your candle. Some oils are stronger, and their scents dissipate more slowly. If you are looking for a stronger scented candle, choose a combination of these:• Pine• Eucalyptus• Rosemary• Sweet Orange• PeppermintHere are some scent combos that we love:Floral: Rose Geranium+ LavenderWoodsy: Sandalwood + Cedarwood + OrangeFresh: Lemongrass + Mint DIY Instructions Step-by-Step Supplies:6 oz Glass Jar7.5 oz. Beeswax 40-50 Drops of Essential Oils1 Hemp WickInstructions: 1. Stick the wick to the bottom of jar using a little melted wax.2. Hold wick up using two sticks tied together at each end, with your wick in the middle3. Place beeswax in a double broiler on stovetop4. Melt beeswax until completely dissolved5. Remove from stove6. Let cool slightly7. Stir in essential oils8. Pour into jar9. Let cool*If layering the two waxes, follow the steps above but use half the amount of wax for each color. Pour the first color and let sit until set and then follow with the next color. One thing to keep in mind when making candles with essential oils is that the fragrance is subtle. If you are looking for a stronger scent, you may want to diffuse your oils. Or better yet, a combination of the two. Who doesn’t love the beautiful scent of diffused oils while enjoying the flicker of a candle? A powerful relaxing combo indeed! Feel free to make it your own combinations and make sure to have some fun! If you do make a candle, be sure to tag us on Instagram at @pranarom_usa. We would love to see what you come up with! Article by: Carla Cohen

Summer Skincare Essentials

July 2nd, 2021 | Article by: Carla Cohen Our favorite tricks for keeping skin fresh, hydrated and healthy this summer. Oh, wow! It sure has been a hot one! We are seeing record temps across the U.S. and it doesn’t seem to be letting up. With the excessive heat, our skin can take a beating from dehydration and redness to sunburn. We have rounded up our favorite Summer Skincare Essentials to get you through the next couple months sporting a beautiful summer glow. Here we are showcasing some of our popular summer products as well as some fun and easy DIY recipes. So…let’s go! Precious Flower Waters These bottles of hydrating goodness will have your skin feeling amazing while you enjoy the beautiful aroma. Packaged with non-aerosol compressed air technology, you get a continuous, extra fine mist that is pure luxury for the skin and just feels so refreshing on a hot summer day. And as always, they are made with 100% organic floral waters. Yes, please! The Precious Flower Waters come in 3 scents: Damask Rose, Lavender, and Neroli with some exciting new scents coming soon. Stay tuned!We love hydrosols for summer because they are great for hydrating the skin, reducing redness, and soothing irritation. To learn more about hydrosols, visit our blog post here. Extra Virgin Plant Oils Next on our lineup we have our Extra Virgin Plant Oils. For summer, we love Rose Hip, Carrot and Calendula. Carrot helps prepare the skin for sun and gives a natural healthy glow. Rosehip helps restore devitalized skin and lock in moisture. Finally, we have Calendula. This oil is great for all skin types and is one of our favorites thanks to its gentle, calming nature. Calendula is great for dry or sensitive skin as well as areas that have had a bit too much sun. All of these oils are great to pair with our hydrosols and single note essential oils for extra benefits. Summer Skincare DIY Roundup DIY After-Sun Hydrosol Ingredients 1 T. Aloe Vera Juice2 oz. Pranarom Peppermint Hydrosol2 oz. Pranarom Lavender HydrosolAdd all ingredients to a glass spray bottle. Shake well. Give your body a good spritz and enjoy the cool relief. Store in the fridge. DIY After-Sun Aloe For an easy cool down to soothe your skin after a hot summer day, check out this after sun DIY hydrosol blend. Ingredients 4 oz. Aloe Vera Gel30 Drops of Pranarom Lavender Essential oilGlass Pump BottleAdd ingredients to a glass bowl. Stir until the essential oils are well combined. With a funnel, add to a glass pump bottle. Apply to affected skin and enjoy the cool relief. Store in the fridge for an extra cooling sensation. DIY Sea Salt Spray We know this blog post is all about the skin, but who doesn’t love beach hair? We added this super easy sea salt spray to our summer lineup. No need to spend money on those expensive salon sprays, we have the perfect recipe for you. Ingredients ½ C. Water1 T. Sea Salt8 Drops of Pranarom Rosemary ct Cineole Essential Oil8 Drops of Pranarom Peppermint Essential Oil.Add all ingredients to a glass spray bottle. Shake well. Give your damp hair a good spritz of sea salt spray. After fully covered, give it a good scrunch, and let dry. Finishing with a hair dryer is optional (we like to use a diffuser for extra volume). There you have it, everything your skin needs after some fun in the sun. Stay safe and enjoy the sunshine!