October 2007

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
There will be an estimated 214,000 new cases of breast cancer in 2006 in the US. Around 40,000 will die from it. Breast cancer is the second deadliest cancer in women (behind lung cancer).
Every order gets a FREE set of PINK Tealights and $1.00 of each order Donated to: http://www.cancer.org
October is also Pregnancy & Infant loss awareness Month
We are asking everyone in all times zones, worldwide, to join us in a candle lighting ceremony at 7pm on October 15th, 2006. Every candle order will contribute $1.00 to: http://www.october15th.com
October is the turn of events here in Ny and around the country. With cooler weather means more activity inside. Get warm inviting smells of holiday events: Gingerbread cookies, Ginger Passion, Sugarcookies, Apple Pie.
Color of October: Pink
Scent of October: Apple/Jack & Peel
Aromatherapy: Something Old, Something New Aromatherapy continues to be a popular form of holistic care, experiencing such a renewed level of interest over the past decade that many may assume that it is something new. However, aromatherapy is an art that has survived across thousands of years. In fact, it originated several millennia ago among the ancient civilization of Egypt where the use of essential oils was first discovered to have a therapeutic effect on people’s wellbeing. Aromatherapy has also been long practiced by citizens of China and other countries located in the Far East.
As modern medicine forms developed, natural remedies were in large part abandoned, and aromatherapy was often disregarded in favor of newer methods. Over time, the methodology and belief in aromatherapy faded, but recently its effectiveness as a means to treat all of a person’s physical, mental, and social concerns has been rediscovered. It is now even believed by many to be a simple remedy in the management of certain illnesses. In fact, the overall value of aromatherapy is no longer unsubstantiated. Scientific studies have been performed to validate why and how it works, confirming the benefits that people have been experiencing for centuries.
In basic terms, aromatherapy is based on the way a person’s mind and body reacts to certain scents. A human’s sense of smell is closely linked to their mental state and memories, and different aromas provoke different reactions.
Some of the popular aromatherapy scents are:
· Vanilla which is known to have a refreshing effect. It can alleviate stress, calm and energize. It can also create a feeling of romance, acting as a mild aphrodisiac.
· Jasmine which is mood stimulating, calming and energizing.
· Sandalwood which is energizing, uplifting, and soothing to the nerves and anger.
· Citrus (Lemon, Tangerine, Grapefruit, etc.) which is energizing and gladdening.
· Patchouli which lessens anger, fatigue, and stress.
· Lavender which is relaxing, soothing to anxiety, irritability, and stress, and able to counteract panic.
· Rose which aids in ridding the mind of anger, depression, grief, panic, stress, and anxiety by instilling a feeling of peacefulness and happiness.
· Rosemary which bolsters feelings of confidence, increases the ability to think clearly, and combats fatigue.
And the list goes on and on…
Of course, it is important to realize that everybody can have very unique and individualized reactions to different smells, and all of these reactions cannot be attributed to aromatherapy. For instance, the smell of fresh baked cookies or pie may be calming to someone that associates that fragrance with childhood memories of Grandma’s kitchen. Rather than being true aromatherapy, this is considered aroma-chology, and it deals only with the psychological effects that certain smells have upon a particular person.
To reap the true benefits of aromatherapy through burning candles, one should select candles which are made with real essential oils. Artificial fragrances may generate a pleasant reaction, but they are not capable of producing the same holistic advantages as true aromatherapy scents.
Knowledge about aromatherapy, though it is several millennia old, is increasing and becoming more widely accepted everyday. That is why aromatherapy is both something old and something new.
Candles provide a wonderful accent to any room whether they are burned or displayed as decorative pieces. Moreover, because candles come in many different colors, scents, and styles, they make great gifts. Knowing about the different types of candlea are useful when searching for candle gifts online.
Candles are essentially a fuel, such as wax, with a wick. The most common type of fuel is paraffin wax. This wax is petroleum-based and can thus accept both color and scents easily. In addition, this type of wax tends to the least expensive.
Beeswax on the other hand can have a more rustic appearance. These candles usually do not have scents added since they are fragrant by nature. Less common types of wax are vegetable or soy wax. These two waxes produce smoother candles and have a less crystalline finish.
Selecting Candle Gifts Online
When selecting candle gifts online, it is important to select an appropriate candle form. Taper candles, like the ones frequently used at the dinner table, are a more utilitarian candle. Pillar and container candles tend to make great gifts. Pillars are usually several inches in diameter and have decorative patterns or flair. Hence, they are well-suited as display pieces. On the other hand, container candles are almost always scented. These candles often come in a glass jar and are colored. While nice to look at, they are most effective in filling a room with an aromatic fragrance.
October Sales:
Remember to get signed up for the Candle Wicks program to start earning Cash and Merchandise! From 10/15 until 10/26 Double your rewards for every referral scent! See information here!
Jars- all styles - 20% off
Holders- all styles - 10% off
Small candles - tealights/melts/votives/characters - 15% off
Large Candles - 2" and up - 15% off
Gift Certificates - buy any one get one the same value FREE
All orders over $50.00 FREE shipping
Remember all new members get an additional 5% off for their first order ON top of all other sales.