Tag Archives: sustainable products

July 31, 2021 · 11:23 pm

Brand Your Occasion!

3 Reasons to Private Label
1. Special Occasion  

Wedding Season is just around the corner! Why not make your event that much more special with a private label candle?  Give your guests something to remember this special day, or create a memorable ambiance with a  candle center-piece and personalized scent. 
 
2. Rebranding 

Keep your customers coming back by giving  the opportunity to take their unique visit to your retail location, spa or hotel home with a branded candle.
 
3. Entreprenuership 

Starting a business is made simple with our private label candles. Together, we can create your label and scent. Opportunities abound with private sales, wholesaling to retail location, and selling online! 
 

Leave a comment

Filed under Artisan Gifts, Blownglass, Buy private label candles, candle care, candle lovers, Candles, Fragrance, Gift Sets, Gifts, Handmade Gifts, Home decor, locally made, Luxury candles, Natural Scented Candles, Personal Luxury items, Private label candles, scented candles

Tagged as , , , , ,

February 25, 2020 · 12:09 am

In Memory Of Mom

On 12/02/2011 I decided to blog about one of my favorite persons. My Mom. When I read to her what I had written, she said “Thank you baby.”  That was what she called me and my siblings, and to other people who knew her she would refer to them as “Sugar”.  It was a special honor to be considered one of her babies. A few months ago I decided to share what I had written about my mom with my family and friends. My mom passed away in March, and we all came together to honor her life. I miss her dearly and miss her words of wisdom. For months I decided not to share this personal loss.  What does the loss of my mother have to do with Laguna Candles,  my business? Absolutely nothing, but I will always remember her telling me to just hang on when I wanted to give up on my dream and just quit. For those of you who might be dealing with insurmountable challenges in life with family, business, or just life in general. I would like to share my mother’s words. “Don’t give up, just hang on Sugar” I hope this gives you the courage to keep moving forward. It has for me. This one’s for you mom!

thumbnail_D1DFF36B-F9E4-4B0E-B7FC-4F6559FED4B4

Leave a comment

Filed under Artisan Gifts, Blownglass, Buy candles for spas, Buy private label candles, Buy spa candles, candle lovers, Candles, Candles for Hotels and Spas, gifts for hotels and spas, Handmade Gifts, Home decor, locally made, Luxury candles, Natural Soy Candles, Private label candle manufacturers, Private label candles, Scents, Soy Candles, White label candles

Tagged as , , , , , , , ,

February 5, 2014 · 11:04 pm

In or Out? It’s your choice.

Spring, and then summer, are fast approaching and without question we’ll find ourselves spending more and more time in our yards, on our patios and decks soaking up as much of the sun’s  warmth and  inviting evenings as we can.  In recent years our outdoor areas have become an important extension of the homes interior design schemes and here at Laguna Candles we’re all about taking indoor things outside to see how they transform our perceptions.

It makes no difference whether you’re using your outdoor space for entertaining or enjoying a cup of tea.  Make it even more inviting, and special, by bringing your favorite scented candles from indoors to the outdoors.  Remember your outdoor space can be just as cozy and inviting as the indoors.  The options are endless and who says candles are only for use in the house.   Breathe new life into these outdoor areas with scented candles in beautiful vessels.

Whether you prefer a pillar candle in an elegant hurricane or a beautiful, hand-blown vessel like our Heirloom Candle, which can be used both as an indoor and outdoor candle, you’ll make a statement.  We fill these vessels with our proprietary blend of soy, palm & coconut wax infused with our custom scents.  High quality candles help to relax you and gently stimulate your memories of good times past and present.

2014-01-05 15.39.092014-01-05 15.36.11 2014-01-05 15.25.37

Leave a comment

Filed under Candles, Fashion accessories, Gifts, Home decor, Interior design, Natural Scented Candles, Natural Soy Candles, Personal Luxury items, Pure Soy Candles, Scents, Uncategorized

Tagged as , , , , , , , ,

September 17, 2012 · 9:08 pm

The beauty of the Lemon

I am amazed at the the versatility of the lemon. In reading one of my favorite Journals I thought I would share some of the amazing uses. Just imagine, a product that can be used as medicine, cleaning agent, disinfectant, and a beauty treatment.
Lemons are a source of citric acid which is used as a natural preservative and to give a sour taste to food or drink. The lemons pith and peel yield pectin, which is used in the food industry as a thickener, emulsifier, and gelling agent. Additionally there is an oil extracted from the peel that can be used in food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries. The list can go on and on.

One of my favorite things about the lemon is the scent.  Laguna Candles signature scent is ” Laguna Paradise.” It is our number one selling  soy blend scented candle.  It is comprised of  lemon, citrus lime and verbena.
People often overlook the importance of fragrances for the fullness of experience. That mistake can be fixed by letting the scent of Laguna Paradise  fulfill your personal space.  Laguna  Candles offers a wide variety of memorable aromas to tell the story about the infinite beauty of our planet. Made of domestically grown sustainable soybeans, Laguna  Candles ensures the cleanest possible burning, while providing room-filling, yet not overpowering flavor.

Leave a comment

Filed under Candles, Home decor, Interior design, Scents, Uncategorized

Tagged as , , , , , , ,

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.

Leave a comment

Filed under Fashion accessories, Personal Luxury items, Scents

Tagged as , , , , , , , , , ,

December 16, 2011 · 12:54 am

What Customers Want From a Candle

There is no getting around it, customers want quality in the way a candle looks and, more importantly, in the fragrance that they throw. The quality of the throw, or the way a candle scents a room or any environment to create ambiance is a major factor that every candle maker must seriously take into consideration.  Additionally, the appearance, price and burn quality are also key factors that consumers look for.  To insure our candles burn clean Laguna Candles uses only cotton wicks, natural, premium waxes like coconut, palm and soy combined with essential oils for fragrance.

So what is it about candles that make them both a popular gift and home accessory for so many people, The national Candle Associates reports that 70% of all households burn candles and that doesn’t include candle accessories! I’ll tell you why candles are so popular, candles make us feel good; they brighten our day; they bring a decorative style to our homes and create ambiance and elegance.

Laguna Candles creates varied and complex scents,  we want our candle to exude personality and become an economical and functional way to enhance your decor. We understand that candles are an emotional purchase and that they influence the mood of your home. We put all the love and care into our product so that you’ll never be disappointed when you choose to invest in Laguna Candles.

And,  did I mention we’re made in the USA and proud of it!

Leave a comment

Filed under Candles, Home decor, Interior design, Scents

Tagged as , , , , , , , , , , , ,

October 10, 2011 · 8:15 pm

Creative Ways to Recycle our Vessels

Luxury and sustainability don’t always go hand in hand but here at Laguna Candles we pride ourselves in the fact that our candle products are 100% Eco-friendly.  Our wax is a mixture of natural coconut/palm & soy wax, our wicks are 100% cotton and our vessels are made from recyclable glass and can be reused in a number of creative ways (in other words, Please don’t throw them away)!  Instead consider some creative ways to recycle our vessels in your home or office.

Check back often for these weekly posts!

Creative Way to Recycle #1.  As a Jewelry keep and organizer.

Use our vessels to keep earrings and bracelets you wear often.

Leave a comment

Filed under Candles, Home decor, Interior design, Scents

Tagged as , , , , , , , , , ,

December 10, 2010 · 10:46 pm

Laguna Finds, Extraordinary Garage Sale Items

As you know by now I’m passionate about candles and love everything about them and what they can do to enhance an environment.  Their scent, the warm flicker of cotton wicks and the peaceful serenity you feel each and every time you light a candle. 

Many of you might not know this but I am an avid garage sale attendee as well. I love garage sales, I have found some of the best items at garage sales. Of course my favorite city to shop garage sales is my home town Laguna Beach, therefore, I have decided to share some of my weekly “Laguna Finds”  with you. I have furnished my home with some of the things that I have found at garages sales here in Laguna.

Now I’m not talking your run-of-the-meal, gotta get rid of  this junk, garage sale.   I’m talking about a Laguna Beach garage sales! I have decided that I need to share this with you,  so weekly I will have  photos of my favorites on our Laguna candles web site,  just go to www.lagunacandles.com 

In the coming weeks & months I will post my “Laguna Finds” here on Laguna Candles Cafe for your pleasure and to highlight some of the fantastic items I’ve purchased at these wonderful Saturday morning treasure hunts. 

And I do mean treasure!  With my busy schedule I’ll do my best to post weekly but if I’m traveling to a show promoting our new candle line, well I’m certain you’ll understand and I promise to catch and continue the following week.  On this weekly blog post  I’ll also post my garage sale “Best Picks for the Week” so you’ll know which ones are most likely to have the best stuff.  

Follow my picks  and you’ll be able to partake of the wonderful garage sales here in Laguna Beach thanks to Laguna Finds on the Laguna Candles Cafe Blog ! 

  So here we go, here is one of my first, let me know what you think.  Of course all 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 next week! 

And don’t forget to spread the word about this wonderful resource. 

Purchased August 2010, Laguna Beach garage sale $40 / Retail $400

Leave a comment

Filed under Home decor, Interior design

Tagged as , , , , , , , ,

July 14, 2010 · 2:13 am

“Cause Candle” Ignites a Spirit of Giving

Laguna Candles was founded in 2003 by Sharie Hendricks and since it’s inception Sharie has always used Laguna Candles as a way to give.  Sharie and staff volunteer throughout the community and a portion of proceeds from sells are donated to various charites and causes.

More recently Laguna Candles has come up with a way for individuals and organizations to give.   The “Cause Candle” is  contemporary collectable that combines the finest hand-blown glass with the purest 100% Soy wax available on  the market today.  

Our “Cause Candle” as  a unique way to support your local or global cause.  We encourage individuals, groups, organizations to purchase these candles in bulk amounts to be sold or given away at special events.  We’ll make sure a portion of the proceeds go to you favorite cause or charity.  

 The “Cause Candle” is made from hand-blown glass, once the wax has completely burned use the glass vessel for what ever you like.  This is a one of a kind piece of art that the recipient won’t want to part with, a memorable keepsake that will keep your cause or thought of your event alive for years to come. 

We can consult with you to create a scent that is memorable and unique to your cause.

Laguna Candles

www.lagunacandles.com

Leave a comment

Filed under Home decor, Interior design

Tagged as , , , , , , ,

November 8, 2009 · 7:32 pm

Soy vs Beeswax Candles, What’s the difference?

Gec Pillar Bedroom modern LCw

QB pink romantic outdoors LCw

There’s no doubt about it, we love candles in our home, our office, our bath, our kitchen, even in our garage ( when we’re out there working).  Because we sell lots of candles (only Soy & Beeswax) we also burn them a lot.

So if you were to ask me, “What’s the difference between Soy candles & Beeswax candles?”, I would start by saying this; “Both candles are similar in a number of ways, but vary with the consumer’s purpose and price point.  Consumer “A” might feel compelled to purchase Soy because they think of Soy as a natural gift from a plant instead of a worker bee’s honey and consumer “B” might prefer Beeswax for it’s medicinal puposes. 

However, rest assured that if you choose either type of candle you’ve made a good choice because these are the only two natural substances candles are made from that are pure, clean burning and contain no paraffin.

I know some of you might say, “I was hoping for a little more info”.  Well in that case here you go, it breaks down like this:

  •  Soy candles cost signifigantly less (5 times) than 100% Beeswax candles.
  •  Beeswax candles have greater oil retention making for longer lasting fragrances in your home.
  • Soy candles are less difficult and less time consuming to harvest, thus consuming less energy.
  • Beeswax candles are great for those with allergies, it has medicinal purposes.
  • Soy candles are derived from the soybean, they have the approval of vegetarians and vegans.
  • Beeswax candles are said to further build the immune system, over time, by emitting negative ions that clean the air in your home.
  • Soy candles are perfect for households with children, Soy wax is water soluble which makes spills easy clean-up with soap & water.
  • Beeswax candles have a slightly longer burn time.
  • Soy candles are renowned for not putting as much soot into the air, more practical for the environment.

Which ever candle you choose  you’ll be filling your home with pure scents that will evoke memories of the past, fill your spaces with light and warm your soul with pleasant scents that will make your home unique and inviting.

Print

1 Comment

Filed under Home decor, Interior design

Tagged as , ,