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Top Three Reasons Why Candles and Roses Make the Best Valentine's Day Gift

Top Three Reasons Why Candles and Roses Make the Best Valentine's Day Gift

Valentine’s Day celebrates love and affection, an occasion when gestures of admiration and devotion take center stage. It’s also one of the most popular gifts giving holidays. Among the many options available to give to your loved ones, candles and roses stand out as timeless and heartfelt gifts, evoking romance and symbolizing deep affection. Why are both so popular? Here are our top three reasons.
January 08, 2024
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The Scent-sational Secret: Top 5 Reasons Why Men Can't Resist Scented Candles

The Scent-sational Secret: Top 5 Reasons Why Men Can't Resist Scented Candles

Scented candles have long been associated with relaxation, self-care, and setting a soothing atmosphere. Traditionally, these fragrant wonders have been perceived as a feminine indulgence, but I’ll let you in on a juicy little secret; men love scented candles, too! In fact, more and more men are embracing scented candles, and there are several compelling reasons behind this shift. Let's dive into the scented world of candles and uncover why men can’t resist them.
November 06, 2023
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The Nourishing Elixir: Unveiling the Skin Benefits of Coconut Oil

The Nourishing Elixir: Unveiling the Skin Benefits of Coconut Oil

As two girls from the islands, our upbringing was intertwined with the delightful world of coconuts. From our earliest memories, we relished the tender, snowy-white flesh, and the sweet, invigorating coconut milk. Picture a young me, alongside our brother and fellow childhood friends, fearlessly climbing our yard's towering coconut trees to pluck these treasures.
October 09, 2023
The Irresistible Allure of Pumpkin Spice

The Irresistible Allure of Pumpkin Spice: A Seasonal Love Affair

As the leaves turn brilliant shades of crimson and gold and a cool breeze fills the air, there's an unmistakable aroma that wafts through the streets and Starbucks’ doorway, signaling the arrival of autumn. It's the sweet, comforting scent of pumpkin spice, a beloved seasonal flavor that captures our hearts year after year. But what is it about pumpkin spice that ignites such fervent love and devotion?

September 25, 2023
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Kindred Essence Featured on Etsy Blog

Kindred Essence Featured on Etsy Blog

We’ve been sitting on a secret for a couple of months and today, we’re super excited to reveal the news. Kindred Essence was selected as an Etsy Featured Seller and the article is now live on the Etsy site.

This is such an exciting and amazing opportunity for us and Jennifer and I want to again thank everyone at Etsy who selected us for this feature. 

November 03, 2021
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Why Kindred Essence?

Why Kindred Essence?

JenSan Home and Body is now Kindred Essence and you may be asking yourself why the name change? Well, we made the decision to change our name for several reasons.

We love the name JenSan Home and Body. After all, it was named after us. However, with the changing marketplace and the diversification of our product line, we recognized that we needed a name that more closely captured…well, the “essence” of our company.

September 07, 2021
Benefits of Shea Butter

Benefits of Shea Butter

Shea butter is a great skin moisturizer and is one of the key ingredients in Kindred Essence's cold processed organic soaps, and body butters.  It has many uses. For centuries women throughout Sub-Saharan Africa have applied it to their skin as a remedy against the hot sun and as a food ingredient. In the cosmetics industry, it is used to fight against wrinkles, dry skin, stretch marks, and as a hair conditioner.
May 17, 2021
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7 Surprising Health Benefits of Lavender Essential Oil

7 Surprising Health Benefits of Lavender Essential Oil

Lavender essential oil has been used forever for its beautiful scent as well as for its healing properties. Like with most herbaceous plants, old wives’ tales have circulated for centuries, and though there often is a grain of truth in these tales, science is finally catching up. Surprisingly, lavender actually can be beneficial to your health in its essential oil form.
March 15, 2021
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Brigantine Premium Fragrance Soy Candle for Men

Behind the Name - Brigantine Soy Candle and Soap Bar

Candles are often named after the fragrance notes used in the product. Some of our candles are aptly named in this manner. However, when deciding on the names for the new soy candles for men from our Mawuli Men’s Collection, we knew that in addition to capturing and symbolizing the fragrances, we also wanted names that conveyed  strength, an adventurous spirit, and a love of new experiences.
February 15, 2021
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Caring for Your Scented Candle and Understanding Burn Times

Caring for Your Scented Candle and Understanding Burn Times

Properly caring for your scented candle is key to extending its life span. Trimming away the used portion of the wick prior to each use will extend the life of your candle.  Relighting the burnt part of the wick will result in a larger flame, which will melt the wax at a faster rate.  Trim the wick on pillar candles approximately 1/4 to 3/8; and 3/8 to 1/2 inch on container candles each time they are lit.
January 11, 2021