August 23, 2012 · 2:40 am

Heirloom Artisan Candles

Laguna Candles, earth friendly all natural soy candle’s Founder Sharie Hendricks collaborated with local Laguna Beach Master Glass Blower, John Barber, who studied the techniques of the European Masters in Sweizel, Germany. Together, they have created one-of-a-kind candle vessels from the furnaces of John Barber’s Laguna Beach Studio.

The heirloom quality vessels feature Laguna Candles’ eco-friendly blend of all-natural waxes and are scented with popular fragrances from the Laguna Candles Coastal Collection, such as Laguna Paradise, Tide Pool, Coconut Paradise, Salinas in Bloom and Urban Citrus. “Every piece is unique unto itself, and bears the mark of John Barber as testimony of their heirloom quality,” says Laguna Candles Founder, Sharie Hendricks. The vessels come in 8 carefully crafted color palettes and are priced at $65 for a 20oz. vessel and $90 for a 40oz. vessel.

“Everyone at Laguna Candles is honored that John has chosen to work with our company,” beams Hendricks. “This partnership exemplifies our commitment to support the work of local artisans by creating unique and memorable heirloom quality keepsakes that allow both locals and visitors from around the world to take a little piece of Laguna home with them,” she shares. Owners of these elegant vessels will be captivated by their beauty as a careful reminder to pause from the hectic pace of daily life. Hendricks further commits to a sustainable experience as careful stewards of the environment, by offering to refill the vessels with a Laguna Candles fragrance once the candles have been enjoyed. This unique refill service is available for a nominal fee.

You’ll find these delightful treasures online at http://www.lagunacandles.com, or with a spirited trip to John Barber’s Sawdust Festival Booth #501, Sand and Surf Resort in Laguna Beach or The Grand Del Mar Hotel Spa in San Diego. Image attached.

The Sawdust Festival in Laguna Beach, CA runs through September 2, 2012 and is open daily 10am to 10pm. For more information visit http://www.sawdustartfestival.org/

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August 18, 2012 · 5:36 am

Benefits of Soy Candles

1.When choosing a Natural Scented Candle  make sure that the candle contains natural, high quality ingredients that are safe both for you and the environment.

2. Natural Scented Candles with clean burning soy wax and all-natural, lead-free wicks should be a perfect choice.

3. 100% Cotton lead-free wicks should be a perfect choice. The soft wax liquefies rapidly and allows optimum diffusion of the flavor, while a quality wick keeps air in your room clean.

4. Eco candles burn cleaner and are a much better candle for the home.

5. One of the best  fragrant candles to chose are natural blend candles. Some of the Soy blends are Soy, Coconut, and Palm.

6. Scented candles with essential oils are a much better choice than using synthetics scents.

If you are interested in experiencing these types of natural scented candles for the home,  feel free to go to www.lagunacandles.com

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May 19, 2012 · 5:45 pm

“Laguna Finds”

I love garage sales, I am an avid atendee, as many of know. A few of my favorite cities to shop garage sales is of course  my home town Laguna Beach,  and  then there is also Corona Del Mar, Newport Coast, Newport Beach to name a few.  I would like  to share some of my weekly finds or treasures with you. I have furnished my home with some of the things that I have found at garages sales here in Laguna. I have clothed myself, my husband , my three beautiful daughters as well as my granddaughter  with some of my Laguna Beach garage sale finds.  I have decided that I need to share this with you so monthly  I will have  photos of my favorites on our Laguna Candles Blog  just go to www.lagunacandles.net  So here we go, let me know what you think.  Some of the photos I will take, ( I am not a photographer)  Some of the  photos will be taken by my husband Clarence, take  a look at his site as well www.hendrickscreative.com .

Enjoy and  See you soon!

Sharie

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May 1, 2012 · 1:19 am

Take The Memory Of Laguna Beach Home

The power of fragrance can shape a physical experience and imprint permanent memories  upon the brain. Each candle has a unique infusion of artistry and delicious scents brilliantly blended to evoke your senses.

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April 24, 2012 · 2:22 am

Spring Candles Scents

Spring is the  perfect time for all candle enthusiasts to bring some of the outdoor miracles to their own home with a little help of luxury scented candles.  Laguna Candles newest  spring candle  scents,   Salinas in Bloom, Coconut Paradise and Urban Citrus, compares with some of   the most recognized and distinguished brands in the world of high-end candles.

It all begins with the finest quality of wax.  Laguna Candles Eco friendly proprietary blend of all natural waxes  consist of a customized mixture of coconut, palm, and soy wax which releases scent perfectly and burns just the right way. The wax is carefully poured and each scented  candle includes a high-quality hand braided cotton wick that burns cleanly with a minimum of soot. Of course, each candle is completely and perfectly saturated with a rich scent that lasts from the moment you open a Laguna Candle  until the last drop of wax is gone.

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March 28, 2012 · 12:26 am

The Coastal Collection

A welcoming breeze washes over you, the sun cooled by the vast Pacific Ocean, a sunset in Laguna Beach compels you to breath…..Take the experience home and never forget that perfect moment of bliss. A Clean, Light Aromatic collection of scents inspired by the warm winds and coastal breezes blended with lush water notes and amber woods to sooth and relax the senses with subtle infused notes that will immerse your soul in serenity. Take home the memory of Laguna Beach with our Coastal collection.

  • Coastal: A Clean, Aromatic scent inspired by the warm winds & coastal breezes, lush water notes & amber woods.
  • E’toile: Sensual & Warm, an artful blending of Mimosa Blossoms, Amber, Frankincense & Honey.
  • Laguna Paradise: A deliciously sweet citrus scent that will capture the heart & ignite your senses.
  • White Amaryllis: A lovely white floral bouquet featuring notes of water lily & White Amaryllis with a sweet soft base of sheer patchouli and grapefruit. Honeydew melon, grapefruit, cylcamen, water lily, white amaryliss, sweet amber & white patchouli.
  • Tide Pool: A Fresh Coastal Fragrance inspired by the Big Sur Coast, where forest meets ocean creating a lush layer of mountain & ocean air.
  • One of Our newest scents for 2012:  Tauranga Lavender. Lavender with a hint of grape. Lavender is a scent most connected with comforting memories. Studies show it has the power to calm and relax us even in the most stressful situations.

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March 16, 2012 · 5:32 am

Buying Local: Why?

Some of the benefits of buying local are fairly simple:  It cuts out the middleman, puts more money into the local economy, and reduces the impact that long haul transport has on the environment.
With the increasing trend of online shopping many wholesalers are moving towards setting up an online retail store, this is a decision that Laguna Candles made a few years ago.

There are several advantages and benefits to owning an online store, especially when selling to those interested in purchasing our line of Eco friendly soy blend candles wholesale , it not only extends our brand but can also be used as a platform to launch other products in the future.
Wholesalers always like to buy from the sources which provide personalized services to them. Even if it is an e-commerce store, professional photos on your website can enhance the presentation of your product. Touching and smelling the various scents  that we offer allows our clients to really experience the quality of our Eco friendly soy blend candles,  therefore we typically offer samples of our soy blend candles to our wholesale customers.
If you are a retailer or business looking to sell our products in your store or extend the reach of your brand through our private labeling program you have options, feel free to contact us.

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February 1, 2012 · 10:28 pm

Rebalancing

Meditation may sound a bit strange to some,  but I have found it to be one of the best ways for me to de- stress and calmly reflect on my life and what I can do to make the needed adjustments to be a better person.

Mornings are good for me, that is my quiet time when everyone else is sleep and the house is peaceful. I grab my journal, bible and I light a scented candle, get a cup of coffee, my comfy throw, depending on the time of the year and I just breath, pray and read.

When outside thoughts interrupt my meditation, rather than getting frustrated I take a deep breath, focus on my blessings and continue  meditating.

When I am done I feel more at peace, balanced and ready to take on my day. I highly recommend it for others.

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January 24, 2012 · 6:30 am

“Smooth seas do not make skillful sailors.” African proverb

Much work has been involved in running a business. It takes a fearless attitude and a persistent determined mind set. There will be challenges and many Nos. Focus and determination is vital. What happens? Promises come and go , you hope and you you pray that your hard work pays off. Then an opportunity come and you take advantage of it and you appreciate the fact that you never gave up, and that there are those who never forgot where they came from. You remember that is is important that you not forget either.

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January 5, 2012 · 10:59 pm

A-glow With Laguna Candles

The laughter of friends, candle light, wine and appetizers.  What a delightful evening!

One can only imagine how grateful I was when a friend hosted a spa party in honor of Laguna Candles to introduce our new Bath & Body Collection.  Yes you heard me right, Laguna Candles recently launched their Coastal Collection of Bath & Body products designed to renew the skins radiance.  The six piece set includes a soothing bubble bath, body lotion, healing hand cream, hand & foot scrub, body oil spray and body mist. Our Coastal Collection of bath & body are scented with the beautiful fragrance: Water Lily and Lotus Flower and contain coffee berry extract.

Additionally there are other things you can do to make the skin look younger.  See below:

  • Set your hair dryer on the cold setting and use it to dry your moisturizers and sunscreen. This will make the product set and will help your makeup go on more evenly and last longer.

  • Use mushrooms. Face products that use mushrooms decrease inflammation and increase skin firmness. Some mushrooms can even slow collagen breakdown and improve your skin’s tone and texture.

  • Use products that contain coffee berry extract. This extract comes from the berries that surround coffee beans. Using this extract protects your skin against cellular damage.

  • Use moisturizers that multitask. Some moisturizers contain self-tanners, hydrate, and tighten your skin all with one step.

  • Use an overnight moisturizer. Many anti-aging ingredients are more effective when they are not exposed to sunlight. Exposure to light will break down the chemicals in the moisturizers and seriously impair their effectiveness.

  • Try to sleep on your back. Laying with your face in a pillow while you sleep can actually cause skin damage over time. Sleeping on your back also helps to counter the effects of gravity that take place during the day.

  • Eat to nourish your skin. Foods high in protein and zinc will help repair damaged tissue. Vitamin C will aid in the production of collagen. Vitamins C and E deliver anti-oxidants. Anti-oxidant help to fight against sun damage.

  • Drink plenty of water. Water will hydrate your skin. It will also help to regulate your oil glands, which will improve your complexion.

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