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Frankincense and Myrrh Fragrance Oil- Fragrance Oil SpotlightFrankincense and Myrrh is a beautiful fragrance that represents the very special story of the baby Jesus himself. It is a wonderful way to bring the real meaning of the holiday into your home. In the Christmas Story, after Mary has given birth to the baby Jesus, three wise men, or other wise known as the three magi, come to visit the baby. They come bearing three special gifts: gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Gifts fit for a King! Frankincense and Myrrh scent is amazing scent that is perfect for all of your holiday projects and gifts! It is a great way to remind people of the real meaning of Christmas! What Does Frankincense and Myrrh Smell Like?Frankincense and Myrrh by Nature s Garden is a wonderful and rich combination of vanilla, sheer musk, herbaceous woodsy pine, olibanum, patchouli, myrrh, floral notes of lilac.How Do Our Customers Use Frankincense and Myrrh Fragrance Oil?With the day that the baby Jesus was brought into the world bring just around the corner, Frankincense and Myrrh scent is the perfect way to pay homage to this most glorious of days. If you would like to use this fragrance for candle making, it is nice and strong in soy wax and performs perfectly in joy wax and wow wax. If you are into making incense or potpourri, Frankincense and Myrrh has a maximum usage rate of 50%. You can even bring a memory of the Christmas story to your whole house by using this scent it is nice and strong aroma beads!For bath and body products, Frankincense and Myrrh scent has a maximum usage rate of 5%. It can be used in many common bath and body products such as soaps, lotions, bath gels, perfumes, and bath oils. However, Frankincense and Myrrh does have a vanillin content of 6% meaning that it will discolor your soaps and bath body products to a very dark brown color. You can try out Vanilla White Color Stabilizer to help prevent discoloration. For all the CP soapers out there, this fragrance is perfect for you for this holiday season! Our CP findings are: no acceleration or ricing, it will discolor your products to a very dark brown color, and it has a perfect pour! Frankincense and Myrrh scent is the perfect fragrance for the Holiday season! Use it in any gifts or products to help your loved ones really remember what this holiday is all about! But hold on a minute, because it gets even better! We offer many free recipes and classes here at Nature s Garden, and our free recipe for Frankincense and Myrrh Soap just so happens to be made with Frankincense and Myrrh Fragrance Oil! This soap is perfect for Christmas time! The easiest way to get a hold of these awesome products is by typing frankin into the search bar on our website. That will take you directly to our Frankincense and Myrrh Fragrance Oil page. On the top of the fragrance picture will be a little green link that says Recipe. That will show you the name and picture of our Frankincense and Myrrh Soap. That link will take you right to our free recipe! Enjoy these amazing products and please don t forget about the real meaning of Christmas! Make sure to watch out for more Enlightened by Layla!

At Natures Garden, we are here to help you succeed! We are going to answer some common melt and pour soap questions that we get asked frequently by customers. Since these questions are common, its likely that these are the issues most soap makers will come across when making their melt and pours soaps. So, let's get these soaping issues solved so you can create some gorgeous bars of mp soap!Does Natures Garden Offer Melt and Pour Soap Supplies?Yes, we do! We offer all kinds of melt and pour soap making supplies! Click on the Soap Making Supplies tab on the website and you will find soap base, soap colorants, an mp soap kit, soap additives, and soap molds. Everything that you could need right in one easy place!Can I Make Soap Without Using Lye?Since the mp soap base has already been made, you can create melt and pour soap without worrying about the lye. If you are wondering "What is the difference between melt and pour soap and cold process soap?", then this is a big difference. While melt and pour is pre-made and can be remelted, cold process soap is made from scratch using lye.Can Melt and Pour Soap Be Used Right Away?Since mp soap was already made and the saponification process has already taken place, you don't have to wait to use your soap. As soon as the melt and pour soaps have hardened in the molds, you can pop them out and use them!Where Do I Find the Melt and Pour Soap Ingredients?You can find the soap base ingredients in two places. The first place is online, as each mp soap base has the ingredients listed in the description. Also, these ingredients can be found on the label of the base itself.What Soap Making Supplies Do I Need to Make Melt and Pour Soap?Most importantly, you will need a microwave or double boiler and mp soap. Also, you will need a cutting board, knife, a microwave safe dish, spoon, rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle, and a soap mold. If you want fragrance, color, or herbs you will need to have these out, too.How Do I Melt Soap Into a New Bar?Melt and Pour soap can be melted using a double boiler on a stove top or a bowl in the microwave. Just make sure that you use 30 second intervals to warm the soap int the microwave. Otherwise, it may get too hot and your soap will be ruined. Also, make sure that you are watchful when melting soap on the stove. While a double boiler on medium heat will help to protect your soap, you don't want to heat it too much longer after it is liquid.How Much Soap Will I Need for My Mold?For every ounce by volume that your mold is you will need 31 grams of soap by weight. So, let's go to the Soap Mold page and pick one. I choose Ollie Octopus,which says it holds 4.5 ounces in the description. So, we are going to take 4.5 times the 31 to give us 139.5 gramsFormula: (Weight Needed Per Ounce) x (Ounces Mold Holds) = Total WeightEquation: 31 grams per ounce x 4.5 ounces = 139.5 grams of soapHow Do I Get My Melt and Pour Soap Out of the Mold?Sometimes your soap may get stuck in the mold. You can place the mold in the fridge for a short amount of time. Once the chilled soap mold is removed, the soaps should pop out fairly easily.What Temperature Should I Pour Melt and Pour Soap?Melt and Pour soap should be poured in a liquid state, which should be around 140 degrees Fahrenheit. So, you can pour your soap once it has all completely melted.Why Do I Have Bubbles in My Melt and Pour Soap?Although making air bubbles is unavoidable, you can get rid of them by spraying lightly with rubbing alcohol. These are often air bubbles that form when you pour, so you can release them by spraying right after you pour. However, bubbles that are a light-yellow color are fragrance oil and won't go away by spraying. This is either due to adding too much fragrance oil or not mixing thoroughly.Why is My Homemade Soap So Oily?One reason that you soaps would be oily is that they contain too much oil. So, you can try reducing the amount of the fragrance oil and/or the carrier oil that you are adding to your soaps. If your bars look like they are sweating, then it could be due to not wrapping the soap soon enough. Since your soap contains an ingredient, vegetable glycerin, that pulls moisture to it, it will pull moisture out of the air to create "sweat". But, you can lessen your chances of this by wrapping your soaps right after they are out of the mold.Why is My Melt and Pour Soap Dissolving So Fast?While a softer bar of soap is great for nourishing the skin, it is more likely to dissolve quickly in water. So, you can add some extra oil to your soap to moisturize. However, adding too much will make your bar very soft and it will dissolve quickly in the shower.How Do I Swirl Melt and Pour Soap?While it is possible to swirl mp soap, it is a bit trickier to swirl compared to cp soaps. On its own melt and pour soap won't swirl. Instead, the colors will mix before the soap hardens. So, you need to add a cosmetic powder, like clay, fruit, or veggie powders. This will slightly thicken the soap and create tension between the two colors that are gong to create the swirl. We did this in our own Swirled Melt and Pour Soap Recipe!Why Won t My Melt and Pour Soap Lather?There are a few possible answers to this question. First off, soap can loose its lather due to an excess of oils and herbs being added to the bar. Also, some types of our soap base use ingredients that naturally lather better.Why is My Soap Not Hardening?If your melt and pour soap isn't hardening, then it could be due to adding too much oil. Whether the culprit is fragrance oil, carrier oil, or both, it is most likely that this excess oil is to blame. Another possibility is that the soap was overheated, which resulted in a break down in the soaps that prevents it from working properly.Can You Use Essential Oils in Melt and Pour Soap?Of course! Many essential oils can be used in soap making and the rules for using them safely are just like the ones for fragrance oils. So, you need to check the IFRA sheet to determine usage rates and figure out whether the specific essential oil is body safe. You can find this IFRA statement on the page of each individual essential oil that we carry. Many are body safe scents, but some are not considered safe for prolonged skin contact.How Do I Color Melt and Pour Soap?We have soap dye, soap colorants, and powdered herbs that can be used to color your homemade soaps. The soap dyes are great for solid color soaps, but tend to bleed when used in layered soap. Also, the white soap base will provide a more pastel color and the clear soap will give a more true color. The FUN Soap Colorants are vibrant colors that are more true in all soap bases. Lastly, the natural form of coloring soaps is cosmetic herbs, which are perfect for a rustic or natural look. Just be aware that herbs can oxidize over time and cause discoloration of the soap.Do You Offer Melt and Pour Soap Recipes?Of course! We have a wide variety of melt and pour soap recipes and soap making ideas. On the top of the website you will see a box with the words "Free Recipes & Classes". After you click on this fine the melt and pour soap recipes and you will find all of our recipes using mp soap.Does Natures Garden Offer Soap Making Kits?Yes! We have the Melt and Pour Soap Kit available with options to choose either Goats Milk MP Soap or Ultra Clear MP Soap.Why Won t My Soap Frosting Setup on My Melt and Pour Soap?If you are making cupcake soap wholesale, then the frosting is a pretty big deal. You are going to want to use the whipped soap base, melt and pour soap, and vegetable glycerin. The soap base allows the frosting to harden on the cupcake, while the vegetable glycerin allows for a little flexibility. If you are curious and thinking, "How do I make melt and pour soap frosting?", then check out our Soap Frosting Recipe to see how we make the frosting for our soap cupcakes. While the recipe goes into more detail, basically it is equal parts of mp soap base and whipped soap base with 5% of vegetable glycerin and fragrance oil all whipped into a frosting consistency.Are Most Recipes are Showing Oils Measured in Weight Ounces Or in Fluid Ounces?In our soap recipes we will use weight ounces. We do this because weight ounces are more accurate than fluid ounces. So, we highly recommend weighing your ingredients using a gram scale. This will allow you to be precise in your measurements and prevent accidental mix ups.What is the Best Way to Wrap Melt and Pour Soap?There are a few different ways that you can package your finished soaps. We prefer to use shrink wrap, but you can use ziplock bags, or a decorative box.How Should Soap Be Stored?After your soap is wrapped, you can store it in a cool, dry place for later use.Does Natures Garden Offer Any Melt and Pour Soap Recipes with Shea Butter?We sure do! If you go to the Shea Butter Melt and Pour Soap page of the website and click on the Recipe tab, you will see all kinds of melt and pour soap recipes. For example, we have the Zebra Print Soap Recipe and the Graffiti Melt and Pour Soap Recipe that both use shea butter mp soap.History of SoapToday, there are all kinds of different types of soap from melt and pour soap recipes to commercially made soaps. However, the first soaps ever made weren't too fancy. In fact, the first known use of soap was by ancient Babylonians that used animal fats and ashes as their ingredients. If you want to learn more interesting soap facts, then check out History of Soap and Soap Interesting Facts by Soap History.Ask Us Your QuestionsHopefully, this blog was helpful in learning a bit more about melt and pour soap. If you have anything else that you aren't sure of, then please ask us your questions. One easy way to reach out and talk to us is social media. We have an account on Facebook, Twitter (@ngscents), and Instagram (@ngscents).

Adding herbs to your soap not only provides great skin loving benefits, but also can naturally color your soaps as well.If you are looking for a way to naturally color your cold process soaps, herbs may be your answer. The addition of herbs to your soaping recipes not only can provide your skin with different skin loving benefits, but can also give your soaps beautiful color as well.There are basically three ways to incorporate herbs into your soaping recipe they are:1. As is. If the herb you are adding is in a powder or small leaf/seed form, they can be added when your soap batter has reached trace.2. Herbs in tea form. This is done by steeping the herbs in water to create a tea, and then this tea is used as the water portion of your soap recipe.3. Oil infusion. If you are selecting to infuse your herbs this way, you must make your herb oil infusion several weeks before using it in a soaping recipe. The selected herbs are placed into one of your oils (that will be used in your soap recipe) and allowed to set for 4-6 weeks. Then, strain the herbs out and use the oil in your soap recipe. Please Note: This process can also be done by adding the herbs to the melting pot as you wait for your soaping oils to melt.The choice of how you would like to infuse your herbs is up to you and testing. It is important to keep in mind what the end goal of adding the herb is before choosing your herbal addition method. The answers as to why some people prefer different methods over others various based on easiness, time frame, best color production, or even strongest herbal infusion. However, if you are simply looking to add herbs to your soap recipe for natural color, the herbs are added to your soap batter at trace.It is also important that you test for discoloration in a soap recipe before adding an herb for colorant. Natures Garden has a list of every fragrance oil they carry and how it preformed in cold process soap. It is on their website under each fragrance oil s page in the Fragrance Tested area, or for a complete list click Fragrances Tested in CP Soap Results. You want to be prepared when adding herbs to soaping recipes, so knowing a little about how the fragrance oil reacts will only prepare you more for what to expect, especially when it comes to colorants!

Hello all you wonderful people out there! Are you looking for a new idea for new crafts and projects to try? Or maybe some new products for every day use? Well, have you ever tried any projects with clay? French Green clay specifically? This awesome product will make a great gift or surprise for all of your friends and family! It is sure to leave them and your customers coming back again and again! French Green clay is amazing and has so many wonderful uses, just read on to find out!Illite Clay, better known as French Green Clay is mined from quarries. The quarries can be anywhere from 100 to thousands of feet! It is found in Wyoming, Montana, China, and many European countries including of course, France! French Green Clay includes many elements that are very important for your health such as magnesium, phosphorous, silicon, silicon, calcium, manganese, selenium, iron, dolomite, copper, silica, and potassium. Did you know that French Green Clay is sometimes also called marine clay? This is because the quarries it is mined from are actually found sometimes in ancient marine beds!French Green Clay has a very high absorption rate and is awesome at working to detoxify the body. It can be used in many common bath and body products such as soaps, bath bombs, feet deodorizing treatments and even mineral baths. French Green Clay actually contains decomposed plant material which makes the clay very healthy and nutritious for the skin. It has many medicinal benefits for the skin such as being used in soap recipes to help cleanse and exfoliate the skin. It also helps to relieve sunburn, shrink the size of pores, remove any impurities from the skin, stimulate blood flow and it also gives the skin a nice glow. French Green Clay has even more medicinal benefits though! It can detoxify the body of harmful toxins that cause digestive problems, headaches, fatigue and even food allergies. This clay has even been used as a treatment for salmonella and a disease that causes stomach ulcers called Buruli Ulcer. (Buruli Ulcer eats away at the fatty tissue in the stomach, which causes the ulcers.) Really, how much more awesome could this clay be for you?Are you wondering how you can get your hands on this fantastic product as soon as possible? Well, all you have to do is type french green into the search bar on our website and it will take you right to our page for French Green Clay. But wait just a second, because this products gets even better! We offer many free classes and recipes here at Nature s Garden, and our Refreshing Face Mask and our Soothing Facial Mask are both made with French Green Clay! These amazing recipes are sure to be a perfect gift for this holiday season! They are sure to help everyone you know relax and wind down from the stress of the holidays!

Hello everybody! For all you crafters out there, are you looking for something new and exciting to try out for your next projects? Or maybe you re looking for something unique and different to make for your friends and family? Maybe you re just looking for a new product for all of your great customers to try? Well, have you ever done any kind of project with clay? Dead Sea Clay specifically? Here at Nature s Garden we actually offer seven different cosmetic clays, each with their own amazing advantages! Let s focus on Dead Sea Clay, you just won t be able to stop yourself from wanting to try it out as soon as possible!Did you know that Sea Clay, or more commonly known as Dead Sea Clay, actually originated from the Dead Sea? It was found on the floor of the actual Dead Sea in Israel. Dead Sea Clay is a greenish-gray colored clay that is known for its healing powers. People actually used to visit the Dead Sea just to bathe, hoping for the possibility that its powers would work on them! It s powers are a result of the fact that it contains such high clay and salt levels. Did you know that because of its different color, it has been used as a colorant for crayons?Dead Sea Clay is has many benefits for the body. It contains many important nutrients such as magnesium, potassium, calcium, sulfate, aluminum, and iron. For all you crafters, it can be used in many different bath and body products such as soaps, bath bombs, herbal teas, face masks, salt scrubs, sugar scrubs, and mud baths. It has many medicinal benefits and has been used to treat many different ailments such as joint inflammation, arthritis, rheumatism, fibromyalgia, stiffness and muscle aches. Dead Sea Clay even has many benefits to hair care, helping to strengthen hair roots, enhance hair growth, and prevent hair loss. For skin care, Dead Sea Clay is used to hydrate and moisturize the skin, improve blood circulation, remove dry skin, and it also treats acne, psoriasis and eczema.Are you totally in love with this product now? Wondering how to get your hands on this amazing cosmetic clay as soon as possible? All you have to do is type dead sea clay into the search bar on our website and that will take you directly to our Dead Sea Clay page! But hold on just a second because this product just keeps getting better! We offer many free recipes and classes here at Nature s Garden and our free recipe for Mechanics Soap is actually made with Dead Sea Clay! When you are on our Dead Sea Clay page, on the top of the clay picture, there is a little green box that say Recipe. That link will show you the name and picture of our Mechanics Soap. If you click on that, it will take you directly to our awesome recipe! Make sure to check out all the rest of our wonderful cosmetic clays as well! Please don t hesitate to contact us with any thoughts, concerns, or questions you may have, and keep watching for more Enlightened by Layla!

If you want an answer to the question, "What can you use eucalyptus oil for?", then look no further! We are going to be talking about some of the amazing eucalyptus benefits for your whole body. There are many different things that this natural herb can be used for, which include bath and body products as well as natural medicine. So, read below to learn a bit more about what you could do with the eucalyptus herb, the eucalyptus Essential Oil, or a food grade eucalyptus. Whether you create body products or create your own natural cold remedies, you are sure to see some benefits from the eucalyptus herb.Eucalyptus Benefits: Growing ConditionsThe Eucalyptus plant species originate in Australia and some of the islands to its north, like the islands of New Guinea and Hawaii. Throughout all these places there a few hundred different species of eucalyptus. These vary from the kinds we typically see koalas munching on to the beautiful rainbow eucalyptus trees of the Hawaiian Islands. However, both our eucalyptus Essential Oil and eucalyptus Leaf herb is from the eucalyptus globulus species of the eucalyptus family.While these Eucalyptus plants may be accustomed to conditions in Australia and the northern islands, there are other areas of the world that have similar enough conditions. So, these trees can thrive in these areas as well. While some of the eucalyptus trees can make do with partial shade, most of these trees require full sunlight. Also, they require well draining or dry soils.Another important aspect of these trees is that they cannot take cold temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit for extended periods of time. So, most gardeners in colder climates will keep their eucalyptus tree in containers to protect them from winter conditions. While these indoor trees won't grow to be the typical 30 to 180 feet (which will need to be controlled with pruning), they will be a unique house plant that can provide fresh eucalyptus. Just make sure that your plant has the right conditions and you're good!Eucalyptus Benefits: Eucalyptus Uses in IndustriesSo, you know that the eucalyptus herb is from the leaves of a certain tree, but you might not be sure what eucalyptus oil is good for. Well, actually there are quite a few benefits that can be had from herbal eucalyptus. You can use this herb to help your body fight off a cold and alleviate you of certain symptoms. Plus, you can use it to benefit your hair and skin. Also, you can use eucalyptus to help you around your home and in the garden. So, you can see that there are many beneficial properties to utilize!Eucalyptus Benefits: Bath and Body ProductsFirst of all, you can effectively use eucalyptus essential oil or herb in your natural bath and body recipes. This ingredient would make a great addition to your cosmetic making supplies due to its abundance of beneficial properties. These properties are perfect for promoting health and well being for both the inside and outside of your body. So, let's look at some of the ways that you can use this ingredient in your handcrafted bath and body creations.Many people have found that the anti-inflammatory properties of eucalyptus are useful for reducing muscle pain and arthritis. Further, the antibacterial properties make it an effective cleansing and helping to prevent infection.Plus, you can use eucalyptus to create effective hair care products. This is because this herbal ingredient is known to reduce dandruff and promote healthy hair growth. Also, the eucalyptus scent is refreshing and clean. So, hair care products are sure to be fantastic! Not only does eucalyptus care for your hair, but it can be used to repel lice! While it won't necessarily kill them, it is a pretty good natural lice treatment recipe to displace them from their home on your head.Eucalyptus Benefits: Natures Garden RecipesDue to the great properties of this cosmetic herb, we created some of our own recipes. First, we created the Rejuvenating Foot Balm Recipe using eucalyptus essential oil. So, the essential oil is useful to soothe muscles as the oils and butters nourish your skin. Also, we have our Beard Oil Recipe that includes the cut and sifted eucalyptus. This beard oil was formulated with conditioning properties that will help care for your beard and skin. This great blend of oils is perfect for growing a glorious beard with less hair loss and less breakage. So, your beard is sure to be its best and leave you looking sharp.Eucalyptus Benefits: MedicinalAlthough there are some risks of ingesting eucalyptus, the active ingredient, which is often called cineole, has been tested and used in some medicines. Some people like to use it for natural cold remedies due to its beneficial properties. These wonderful properties include improving many respiratory conditions, as eucalyptus is effective for simulating both your immune system and respiratory circulation. This can even lead to helping a sore throat feel better and release the pressure in your sinuses as all the congestion caused by mucus begins to be broken up. Further, it has antibacterial properties that are useful for detoxifying your body of microbes and toxins. If you have a cold, then you may notice that this helps to improve your cough.Also, components of the eucalyptus herb have been found to be useful for reducing seasonal allergies due to its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antimicrobial properties. A study on this subject has found that eucalyptus is useful for altering the body's immune response to be less severe when in contact with the allergen. Further, eucalyptus has been known to boost the immune system to help you feel better faster. In fact, some will take advantage of these properties by using the herb or essential oil topically.Eucalyptus Benefits: Utilizing these Medicinal PropertiesFirst, you can use a combination of eucalyptus and peppermint oils to create an herbal chest rub that is perfect for clearing your nasal passages. Another great option is incorporating the eucalyptus essential oil in an aromatherapy diffuser to help relieve nasal congestion.Eucalyptus Benefits: Other UsesThere are many benefits that you can find in this herbal cosmetic ingredient. Another great eucalyptus benefit is that eucalyptus oil is an effective ingredient for creating bug repellent. Not only do mosquitoes dislike the strong scent of eucalyptus, but many other insects dislike the scent, too. This includes pests like gnats, ants, and quite a few others. So, you can smell fresh while repelling pesky bugs. Also, there are some more outdoors uses for eucalyptus. Some people have found that using a eucalyptus mulch or saturating their garden with herbal eucalyptus can help to reduce pests. The pests that eucalyptus repels includes both insects that can destroy plants and weeds that try take over your garden plants. So, some find this to be a very useful tool for gardening!Further, some people have found that they can use this herb in their home! There is evidence that eucalyptus is useful for preventing mold growth. Plus, some people have found that it is useful for killing microbes on the surfaces of your home. So, this cosmetic herb may be effective for creating natural cleaning supplies. Also, eucalyptus is known for repelling rats and other pesky rodents. Just be careful about where you put it if you have cats as it can be irritating to them, too.Eucalyptus Benefits: Food and BeveragesAlthough there are some medicinal uses for eucalyptus, like some cold medicines, ingesting large quantities of this herb is not a good idea. In fact, it is not a great idea to eat eucalyptus just for fun. Many people enjoy the antibacterial properties and the boost it can provide your immune system. But, we can't eat too much eucalyptus. Eucalyptus leaves are covered in an oil that humans can't digest well. So, humans cannot use it at too high of a dose internally.However, Koala bears are perfectly adapted to consume these leaves. They are able to survive on only the leaves of eucalyptus and other gum trees. However, even the baby koalas need some help learning to digest these tough leaves. Until they grow up, they can't digest the leaves well enough. So, the babies need their koala moms to help them digest. So, these leaves can even be challenging for the professional eucalyptus eaters! If you want to learn more about baby koalas, then take a look at Baby Koala: Facts about a Cute Species by Sydney Close Up where they talk about everything from the newborn to the joey that is ready to leave their mom's pouch and explore the world.Eucalyptus Benefits: Growing Your Own Eucalyptus Tree at HomeAlthough eucalyptus trees will grow the best in conditions that are most similar to their original habitat, anyone that lives in a different kind of climate can keep the tree as an indoor potted plant. In fact, you can use eucalyptus trees as a beautiful house plant that can add interest to a room. Further, it is thought that this is one of the best plants that you can use to help purify the air. If you want to learn more about tips for growing eucalyptus as a showpiece, then check out Do You Know that Eucalyptus Can Be Grown as Houseplant on Nursery Live.Ask Us Your QuestionsIf you have any further questions, then ask us! You can ask us more about the eucalyptus herb and the eucalyptus essential oil or something else relating to your craft making. We are available to talk with you in the store, on the phone, and online. We are here to help make the creation process easier for you, so you can get to the fun part! You can easily reach out to us online on social media. We have a Facebook account. Also, you can use @ngscents to find us on either Twitter or Instagram. Not only can you ask us questions on social media, but you can stay updated on important announcements and interact in a community of home crafters. Join the conversation!Reminder About Our Herbs and Essential OilsNote: Natures Garden sells our eucalyptus herbs and essential oils for external use only. We do not sell them as food items. The information we provide is for educational purposes only. You should not use the information above to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent any disease or illness with this information. The Food and Drug Administration has not evaluated this information. Just be sure to keep all herbs and essential oils out of reach of children and pets. Pregnant and/or lactating women should take special care when handling herbs or essential oils. Natures Garden accepts no responsibility (written or implied) for any products you make with our herbs or essential oils. All testing is the responsibility of the customer.

Firming Facial MaskWhether you are looking to spend some quality time with the girls, or just wanting to treat yourself; using a homemade facial mask is the route to go.Not only is making a facial mask super easy, it is also a great way to tone, firm, and even revitalize your face. There are a variety of herbs and clays that you can use to make your very own facial masks. Each herb or clay has its very own distinctive skin loving benefits that you can introduce into your facial masks. The herb and clay that you select is dependent upon what you want the end results of your mask to have.For this firming facial mask recipe, the herb that was focused on was Hibiscus. This includes both hibiscus flowers and hibiscus flower powder.Hibiscus is quite the amazing flower and has even been affectionately named the botox plant . Used in skin and hair care for thousands of years, this amazing herb is a natural source of alpha hydroxy acids (Vitamin C). These acids can gently exfoliate your skin while encouraging the replacement of dead and dull cells with new ones. This herb also has anti aging properties with the capability of soothing, smoothing, and firming the skin.As for the main ingredient for the firming facial mask, Red Moroccan clay was selected. This clay is one of the purest forms of cosmetic clays available. With the ability to draw out toxins and impurities, Red Moroccan clay also acts as a moisturizing agent for your skin.To help to keep the skin moisturized vegetable glycerin is also used in this recipe. Vegetable Glycerin is a humectant. What this means is that this ingredient will help to draw moisture to your skin and keep it there.If you want to make this recipe, all ingredients can be found at Natures Garden.Now, on to the firming facial mask recipe:This easy homemade recipe will make 2 facial masks. The total time the masks take to make is about 45 minutes. Game on wrinkles!Step 1: In a pot, weigh out 120 grams of distilled water. Then, place the water on the stove top and heat it until it reaches 180 degrees Fahrenheit. Once you hit this temperature, allow the water to hold for an additional 20 minutes.Step 2: Weigh out 2 grams of Hibiscus flowers. Place the dried flowers into an empty tea bag and tie it shut. Place the tea bag into a coffee cup.Step 3: When the 20 minutes have elapsed, remove the water from the heat source. Now, carefully pour the hot water into the coffee over. Using a spoon, hold the tea bag down into the water until it is completely saturated. Then allow the tea bag to steep for about 10 minutes or so. Occassionally while the tea bag is steeping, use a spoon to press the tea bag. This will ensure you have a nice and strong Hibiscus Tea.Step 4: In a small bowl, weigh out 23 grams of Red Moroccan clay and 3 grams of Hibiscus flower powder. Break up any clumps you may have. Then, gently stir these two ingredients together.Step 5: When your hibiscus tea is finished steeping, in a separate bowl, weigh out 18 grams of the tea. To this add 6 grams of vegetable glycerin. Stir.Step 6: Now, carefully scoop the clay/flower mixture into the tea/glycerin bowl. With each scoop that is added, stir well to fully incorporate. Keep adding the clay/flower mixture until it is all in the tea/glycerin. Keep stirring this until there is no visible powder left.Note: If you plan on selling this mixed facial mask, you will need to add 1% optiphen preservative to the mask at a temperature that is not higher than 140F. This will help prevent bacterial growth. If you are making this recipe for self use, but do not plan to use all of it at one time, place the remainder in the refrigerator up to 1 week. Throw away after 1 week if the mixture is not properly preserved.Now, to use your firming facial mask:Once the mixture has cooled, start applying it generously to your face. Once the mask is completely applied, allow it to fully dry. This drying process will take about 20 minutes to complete. As the mask dries, you will notice a color change in the mask itself. Your face will also begin to feel tighter.When the mask has dried, wash it off with warm water. Then, pat your face dry with a towel.Please Note: Hibiscus WILL stain your clothes/towels. It is advisable to wear clothes and use towels that can be stained. Also, there will be a slight stain left on your face once the mask is removed. This stain will disappear after an additional wash or two.Natures Garden is not responsible for the performance of any of the recipes provided on our website. Testing is your responsibility. If you plan to resell any recipes we provide, it is your responsibility to adhere to all FDA regulations. If there are ingredients listed in a recipe that Natures Garden does not sell, we cannot offer any advice on where to purchase those ingredients.

Soaping with knowledge, experience, and confidence.With such a variety of soaping bases, fats, and oils available in the market, one can easily see where the excitement can collide with frustration, especially if you are new to soaping. We strive for a perfect recipe, but where to begin, the possibilities are endless. From this soap making blog series, we have already gone over the different types of soaping processes, soap safety, and soaping terminology. Now, we seek out creating the perfect soaping recipe.Soap is made by the chemical reaction that occurs when mixing fatty acids, lye, and water. The lye component actually works as an emulsifier, bonding the fatty oils and water together. Without the lye, this bond would never form. These 3 elements, fatty acids, lye, and water are all essential components to the saponification process.Each soaping oil/butter has a fatty acid composition, and since every oil/butter is different, so is their fatty acid composition. It is through the variance of each fatty acid composition that important soaping characteristics and qualities are found. Let s briefly look at some of the most common fatty acids, as well as, the qualities that are provided by them in a cured bar of soap.Lauric Acid: Provides hardness, cleansing, and bubbly lather.Linoleic Acid: Provides conditioningMyristic Acid: Provides hardness, cleansing, and bubbly lather.Oleic Acid: Provides conditioningPalmitic Acid: Provides hardness and a creamy latherRicinoleic Acid: Provides conditioning, bubbly lather, and a creamy lather.Stearic Acid: Provides hardness and a creamy lather.As you can see, each and every element that is put into your soaping recipe has distinct benefits or uses, and some ingredients can also inhibit certain soap bar qualities. Please also notice, that none of the fatty acids allow for all five of the soaping qualities that you are looking for in a bar of soap. This is why; in order to find a good symmetry among these qualities, a soaping recipe usually contains several different oils (fatty acids).In order to create a quality bar of soap, it is necessary to find a balance between hardness, cleansing, conditioning, bubbly lather, and creamy lather. This usually involves using a combination of oils/butters in your soap recipe. A typical bar soap recipe calls for 38% water content, and a 5% superfat (the percentage of oils that do not saponifiy).Here are the values for a typical bar of soap; they are presented in a range:Hardness29 to 54Cleansing12 to 22Conditioning44 to 69Bubbly lather14 to 46Creamy lather16 to 48There is however, one example of a soap recipe that can be done with just one oil. For people who are allergic to nuts, olive oil soap can be made with just that olive oil. No allergen worries. Once this bar has cured though, you have a nice conditioning soap bar that will not leave your hands dry, but, that same soap bar also will not produce a nice lather, and will be very limited in cleansing ability. This is why being aware of all of the capabilities of your oils, fats, butters, and additives will give you a distinct advantage over other soap bars in the market.Remember, since all oils have their own fatty acid makeup, they also have specific saponification or SAP values. This is why it is extremely important that once the ingredients of your soaping recipe are calculated, you MUST use those oils. They cannot be exchanged out for other soaping oils without recalculating your recipe.Feeling overwhelmed yet? Don t! We know that this is a lot of information to grasp. This is why if you are new to soaping, it is our suggestion that you try a recipe that has already been tried and tested. Doing this will allow you to initiate yourself with the soaping instruction and procedure. Performing the steps from beginning to end will also give you a firsthand experience of the soaping method and key properties of the saponification process like trace or gel phase.Congratulations Newbies! Now is the time where we are actually going to make our first batch together.If you have not read our blog on soap making safety, please do so nowhttp://www.naturesgardencandles.com/blog/soap-making-safety/Working with lye can be very dangerous!We have already went slightly ahead, and provided you below a recipe for your 1st time soaping.Here is what you will need for a 2 pound batch:6 ounces of Coconut Oil, 76 degree8.4 ounces of Olive Oil Pomace8.4 ounces Palm Oil1.2 ounces of Castor Oil1.5 ounces of a body safe fragrance oil ie Oatmeal Milk & Honey9.12 ounces of Distilled Water3.393 ounces of lye (NaOH)This recipe range for soap bar quality is:Hardness43Cleansing17Conditioning54Bubbly lather22Creamy lather31As you will notice all of the qualities fall within the suggested range nicely. This soap recipe will give you a balanced overall bar of soap.When selecting your body safe fragrance oil, please take the time to review the CP soap results. We have a link with all of our fragrance oils listed alphabetically with the CP results:http://www.naturesgardencandles.com/mas_assets/pdf/fragrtest.pdfGood Luck and remember, once you feel confident with your testing recipe, it is time to break the mold and explore the realm of crafting your own soap recipe. Soap that is completely made by scratch, every ingredient controlled by you!A very informative class has been created to help you find exactly which ingredients you may want to consider using in your recipe. Here is the link:http://www.naturesgardencandles.com/mas_assets/pdf/soapoils.pdfAs you looking at all of the various fats/oils/butters that are capable for soaping recipes, jot down or note any of interest.In the next class, we will review how to use the soap calculator!

Looking for IFRA sheets and descriptions on some of our recently discontinued fragrance oils? Look no further! All recently discontinued fragrances are listed below with their descriptions and IFRA sheets for your reference use.Amish Quilt Fragrance OilAmish Quilt fragrance oil by Natures Garden is the tender sun kissed florals of heliotrope and jasmine, softly blend with woody violet and herbaceous anise to create a cozy scent of pure comfort. An NG Original Scent! IFRA DocumentChampaka Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden, find the Hippy in you! Champaka is one of the key notes found in the famous "JOY" perfume. Champaka flowers are a unique aroma that combines the floral notes of jasmine, lavender, lilac, and fresh greenery with the earthy notes of patchouli and sandalwood.IFRA DocumentChe Bella Donna Fragrance OilThe essence of opulence and femininity are personified through sparkling citrus notes mingling with romantic floral notes of heady tuberose, lily and sassy carnation. This unforgettable blend culminates with lingering notes of resinous galbanum. This fragrance is very similar to Paris by Yves Saint LaurentIFRA DocumentChildrens Room Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is reminiscent of the smell of Mr. Bubble bubble bath from childhood. A very soft violet powder accord with very light floral bottom notes of peony and alyssum flowers. A Best Seller! An NG Original Fragrance! IFRA DocumentChocolate Con Churros Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a wonderful blend of fresh pastry churros with warm notes of creamy dark chocolate and vanilla. An NG OriginalIFRA DocumentCinnamon Yum Yums Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden puts a creative twist on spice. Cinnamon Yum Yums fragrance begins with top notes of cinnamon and clove; followed by middle notes of fresh danish, lily of the valley, and jasmine; with base notes of vanilla, nuts, and yeast. WOW! A Best Seller! IFRA DocumentCool Cilantro Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a single note of freshly picked cilantro herb. This fragrance oil has high levels of essential oil to obtain a very true-to-name aroma. Great fragrance for being creative mixing with other scents.IFRA DocumentCountry Home Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is the same aroma you get when walking into a log cabin that has spicy/citrus potpourri in the air. The aroma really makes you feel at home and content. An NG Original Fragrance!IFRA DocumentCrystal Blue Waters Fragrance OilThis refreshing fragrance oil by Natures Garden is the aroma of hyacinth, hydrangea flowers, and lily of the valley; rounded out with ozony notes of fresh green ferns, vetiver, and cyclamen.IFRA DocumentDesire Fragrance OilAn alluring, sensual fragrance oil by Natures Garden. Top notes of fresh citrus and vetiver and rose geranium, middle notes of jasmine, lily of the valley; and bottom notes of amber guise, vanilla, and musk. A Best Seller!IFRA DocumentDr. FeelGood Fragrance OilA sexy, masculine, animalistic fragrance oil by Natures Garden. Fresh florals of water lily, tea rose, and jasmine come together with woods and musk notes to make this scent a truly sensual blend.IFRA DocumentFloral Musk Fragrance OilA luxurious, gentle, floral musk fragrance. Blend of spices, lavender and citrus, with rich musky bottom notes. IFRA DocumentFrangelico Streusel Fragrance OilWhat a treat! This fragrance oil by Natures Garden begins with warm, buttery top notes of rich cream and caramel. Middle note of frangelico liquor and a hint of fresh Arabica coffee for its base note. You will love this! A Best Seller!IFRA DocumentGame On Fragrance OilOn your Mark, Get set, Go! This fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a woodsy scent blending rich oak with sensual sandalwood and aromatic herbs for the contemporary man on the go. IFRA DocumentGoddess of the Universe Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is one of the sexiest, come-hither, arrangement of sensual musks and floral powder notes in a fragrance oil that we have ever smelled! The ultimate in femininity; Subtle white flowers of jasmine, ylang ylang and honeysuckle delicately pair with an airy white musk that imparts a clean powdery finish. This particular scent is our rendition of the popular Egyptian goddess scent worn by women all over the world.IFRA DocumentGoodie Goodie Gumdrops Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is the aroma of holiday spiced gumdrops with a twist: top notes include cinnamon and clove; middle notes of eucalyptus and rose; well rounded with base notes of cassis, nutmeg, and woods. An NG Original Scent! IFRA DocumentHappy & Free Fragrance OilHappy & Free fragrance oil is classified as a refreshing, flowery fragrance. This feminine scent possesses a blend of floral jasmine, lily of the valley, carnation. IFRA DocumentHeavenly Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is an enticing romantic blend of juicy McIntosh apples enhanced and sweetened by rich French jasmine, cyclamen, and fresh rose petals. Very Complex!IFRA DocumentHoliday Pomegranate Fragrance OilAn irresistible holiday fragrance oil by Natures Garden with an arrangement of the following notes: pomegranate, sparkling citrus, dewberry, blackberry, iris, jasmine, sheer musk, sandalwood, and red cassisIFRA DocumentHot Pink Pomegranate Fragrance OilThis sparkling fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a bright pomegranate having a tart citrus and pomegranate top note, a slightly floral heart of jasmine and violet leaf, and finishing with a spicy ginger and woody, twig like base note. An NG Original Scent! IFRA DocumentHydrangea Heaven Fragrance OilHydrangea flowers are among the most fragrant flowers. This fragrance oil by Natures Garden is fresh, yet sweet, hydrangea that is aromatic and uplifting! A Best Seller!IFRA DocumentI'm Too Sexy Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is Hollywood, glamour, and attitude! Spicy notes with hints of fruit lead to the luxurious floral signature of this scent that boasts, I am too sexy to even be a fragrance. A blooming rose accord balances with hints of lily, while patchouli warms the floral tones. Precious amber, warm woody notes and soft musky vanilla surround the bouquet, Paparazzi style. Roll out the red carpet, this dramatic fragrance is an Academy Award Winner! An NG Original Scent!IFRA DocumentIn the Mood Fragrance OilInvigorate your senses with this fragrance oil by Natures Garden! This fragrance is a blend of refreshing ocean notes, peach, and pineapple, with cool cucumbers and stem green notes.IFRA DocumentKismet Fragrance OilWith this fragrance oil by Natures Garden...It's fate! Beginning with fresh top notes of sweet orange and lavender; followed by a sleek woody blend of patchouli, incense and golden amber embracing the heart and soul inside oneselfIFRA DocumentMadam President Fragrance OilNatures Garden's Madam President Fragrance Oil: Natures Garden's Exclusive Madam President Fragrance Oil: Amazing opportunities grow from a seed of positive thinking. The creative minds of Natures Garden have captivated the essence of a great, female leader in our exclusive Madam President Fragrance Oil. Illuminating with determination, innovation, and confidence, this enthusiastic fragrance combines fresh, zesty citrus notes of charisma and charm, balanced out by feminine florals of jasmine, white rose, and freesia. The nuances of brilliant musks and ozonic notes are backed by a respected and humble hint of sweet vanilla; ending with a kind hearted, warm amber base. Madam President's integrity never smelled so inspiring. An NG Original Fragrance!IFRA DocumentMandarin Tiki Fragrance OilA luxury spa fragrance oil by Natures Garden! Imagine yourself lying in a hammock on the beach, while drinking a fresh Mai Tai. A fresh and energizing aroma that stirs the senses and brightens the spirit with its crisp citrus essence; Mandarin Tiki fragrance is an upscale, complex aroma of mandarin rind, red currants, strawberries, and blueberries; with middle notes of watercress and palm leaves; balanced with musky bottom notes. A Best Seller! An NG Original Fragrance! Now with higher levels of essential oils. IFRA DocumentMarmalade Spice  Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a creative blend of citrus, spice, and woods. Marmalade Spice blends the aromas of: Valencia orange, clove bud, cinnamon, tangerine zest, fresh ginger, pomander, warm allspice, golden amber, and sheer musk. An NG Original Scent! IFRA DocumentNew Born Baby Fragrance OilIn this fragrance oil by Natures Garden, delicate citrus tones unfold to reveal a blend of soft florals in this innocent fragrance. Rose, geranium and ylang are accented with a hint of orange flower for a classic baby accord, while sandalwood surrounds the bouquet with smooth woody tones. A velvety base of musk and powdery sweetness lingers for a soothing undertone.IFRA DocumentNG Baby Graceful Type Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a beautiful duplication of a popular fragrance. This fragrance is a fresh accord combining feminine notes of mimosa flowers, poppy, pepper, white woods, fresh greenery, and musk. IFRA DocumentNG Baby Powder Fabuloso Type Fragrance OilIn this fragrance oil by Natures Garden, fresh citrus notes unfold to reveal an innocent floral bouquet in this soft floral scent. Blooming lilac, sweet jasmine, wild rose, and fresh lily balance with hints of spice for the fragrance signature. Fresh green accents boost the floralcy while a background of soft sandalwood adds a luxurious touch. Powdery sweet base notes carry the bouquet to a soft finish.IFRA DocumentNG CanCan Type Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is fresh mandarin that balances with hints of apple peel to open this feminine fragrance. Jasmine, violet and lily form a floral accord that balances with woodland fern and hints of berry at the heart of this scent. A sensual blend of cashmere musk, golden amber and vanilla bean creates a romantic sweetness that surrounds the floralcy.IFRA DocumentNG Hidden Fantasy Type Fragrance OilFresh citrus and hints of wild cherry intertwine with fresh ozone notes to accent the floral heart of this fragrance oil by Natures Garden. Tropical ylang ylang balance with sensual jasmine and hints of rose to form a rich floral accord which is surrounded with green leafy accents. Cashmere musk undertones are sweetened with vanilla amber to create a dramatic finish for this fragrance.IFRA DocumentObsessed Fragrance OilObsessed fragrance oil begins with top notes of mandarin and bergamot, middle notes of clary sage, lavender flowers, and hints of spices such as nutmeg and coriander. Bottom notes of amber, musk, and sandalwood.IFRA DocumentOrange Chiffon Cake Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a decadent blend of warm, buttery vanilla pound cake topped with a creamy, sweet orange meringue sprinkled with orange zest and toasted hazelnut. IFRA DocumentPeppered Poppies Fragrance OilMysterious, yet elegant top notes of pomegranate and orange lead way to the spicy heart of cherry blossoms dusted in a sinfully exotic blend of cinnamon, cardamom and cocoa for an unexpected twist.IFRA DocumentPleasures Type Fragrance OilA wonderful white flower bouquet of jasmine, rose petals, and muguet; enhanced by fresh peach, black current, and strawberries; rounded out with base notes of warm spices, amber and musk. IFRA DocumentPolo Match Fragrance OilNatures Garden's Polo Match fragrance oil is classified as a sharp, woody, dry fragrance. This masculine scent possesses a blend of leather, wood, tobacco, basil and oakmoss.IFRA DocumentPotpourri Spice Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a spicy combination of freshly ground cinnamon sticks, nutmeg, ginger, and clove.IFRA DocumentPrecious Gifts Fragrance OilA wonderful Christmas fragrance oil by Natures Garden, reminiscent of the gifts given to the baby Jesus by the three kings. A well rounded accord of frankincense and myrrh, vanilla extract, with unique top notes of French jasmine and English Ivy. An NG Original Scent! IFRA DocumentPrincess Type Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is for flirtatious women, who enjoy adventure and excitement. The whimsical blend of water lily, lady apple, mandarin meringue, golden apricot skin, ripe pink guava, Tahitian flower, wild tuberose, dark chocolate, pink frosting accord, precious amber, forbidden woods, royal musk, and chiffon vanilla. IFRA DocumentRice Petals & Shea Butter Fragrance OilThis soul-soothing fragrance oil by Natures Garden has top notes of ozony sea water, crushed ginger root, and anise leaves. Middle notes of coconut milk and rice flower; and sits on base notes of amber, musk, and sandalwood.IFRA DocumentSatin Sheets Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a truly romantic, seductive blend. With base notes of white and dark chocolate, it smells almost edible! Other notes include violet, fresh jasmine, musk, blackberries, vanilla, and just a hint of fresh green top notes. A Best Seller!IFRA DocumentSheer Seduction Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is absolutely seductive! A sensual floral accord of African violets and lily of the valley, complimented by slight hints of kiwi, lime, and grapefruit. A Best Seller! IFRA DocumentSpring Rain Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a musky accord enhanced with a fresh floral bouquet of carnations, tiger lilies, alyssum, orchids, and roses, with hints of fresh greenery. A Best Seller!IFRA DocumentStrike a Pose Fragrance OilA glamorous scent for women who are a bit "high maintenance" in nature. An opulent, oriental bouquet of Star jasmine and white lily blended with rich Indonesian patchouli, warm cinnamon, creamy French vanilla and sensual white musk. IFRA DocumentSugar Corn Pudding Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is sweet corn, creamy buttery notes with hints of milk and sugar. IFRA DocumentSun Moon and Stars Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is the aroma of fresh green notes of clover and ivy followed by notes of jasmine, and vetiver. Bottom notes of green stem notes. Fresh!IFRA DocumentTommie Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a fresh citrus bouquet of mandarin, lemon and bergamot; enhanced by nutmeg and clove with a heart of rose and ozone on a strong background of musks and woods. IFRA DocumentTooth Fairy Taffy Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a luscious blend of confectionery Sugar paired with Fruit Syrup of Wild Berry, Orange Crush, Black Cherry & Tangerine which are molded into Vanilla Taffy to create a sweet tooth, Bubble Gum dream! An NG Original Fragrance! IFRA DocumentTotal Hot Man Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is the confident, enticing aroma for today's modern man. This fragrance is centered around a note of patchouli, balanced by fresh sage, crispy green notes, and freshly sliced mango; all sitting on base notes of earthy sandalwood and tonka bean. An NG Original FragranIFRA DocumentToxic Trance Fragrance OilNatures Garden's Toxic Trance fragrance oil is a unisex, incredibly sexy fragrance which begins with top notes of green citrus notes, mellowed out with powdery floral notes that appear to glisten. The middle of the fragrance involves the infusion of neroli, violet, and herbs, with a bottom of powdery floral musk. IFRA DocumentTranquil Sleep Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden begins with top notes of violet, cyclamen, hyacinth. Middle notes of juicy cantaloupe and watermelon, jasmine, rose and lily of the valley. Bottom notes of cedar, amber, and musk. Absolutely fantastic! IFRA DocumentVanda Orchid Fragrance OilA sweet and floral scent by Natures Garden. This aroma is a gorgeous blend of fruity and floral notes with scents of Vanda Orchids, fresh greenery, musky notes, and rich woodsy scents that create a perfectly rounded floral fragrance oil. This fruity, floral fragrance blend has been described by various customers as a sweet floral that is classy and very feminine.IFRA DocumentVanilla Blossoms Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a harmonious blend of French vanilla, fresh air notes and summer flowers. Vanilla blossom fragrance begins with top notes of dewy fresh air, coconut cream, and ripe pineapple; followed by middle notes of ylang ylang, star jasmine, and Moroccan roses; sitting on base notes of French vanilla, Egyptian musk, and exotic sandalwood. IFRA DocumentVoodoo Love Fragrance OilA fresh floral blend of jasmine and lily of the valley. These powerful floral notes are complimented by a strong base of coconut.IFRA DocumentWild Musk Type Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is an amazingly well balanced fragrance accord with top notes of Clementine, Grapefruit, and Black Berries; middle notes of Wild Fig, Black Currant, and Passion Fruit; all surrounded with base notes of Precious Woods, Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Metallic Musk.IFRA DocumentYacht Club Fragrance OilWant to go yacht sailing on the ocean on a mid summer morning? This fragrance oil by Natures Garden is reminiscent of upscale living with salty marine notes and fresh rain, with just a hint of fresh strawberry and kiwi to provide this scent with a well-rounded presentation. An NG Original Fragrance! IFRA DocumentPink Daisies and Goji Berries Fragrance OilSpring is in the air with this lively fusion of citrus fruity freshness and delightful daisies amidst a flower laden meadow. IFRA DocumentCouture Hotness Fragrance OilA glamorous, sophisticated fragrance oil by Natures Garden that combines top notes of raspberry and bergamot, middle notes of magnolia and jasmine, and base notes of white musk and vetiver. Very sexy and feminine! Our rendition of Hot Couture Fragrance. IFRA DocumentPapaya Dragon Fruit Fragrance OilA tropical fruitopia of juicy peaches, papaya, exotic dragon fruit and fresh island pineapple tweaked with nutty notes of almond. NG Original Scent! IFRA DocumentFrosted Pumpkin Type Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a duplication of a very famous scent. This fragrance begins with fresh top notes of citrusy lemon, leading to middle notes of creamy pumpkin and hints of nutmeg and ginger; sitting on base notes of maple sugar and vanilla frosting. IFRA DocumentNG Drifting Away Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a beautiful duplication of the Yankee scent. This aroma will remind you of the freedom you feel while sailing on the sea; the warmth of the sun, the tranquility of the water, and the refreshing feel of sea salt mist. This aroma is a refreshing blend of ozonic sea salt notes, white lilac, white lily, fresh greenery, and woodsy floral notes. IFRA DocumentInnocent Glow Fragrance OilInnocent Glow Fragrance Oil from Nature’s Garden will transport you to a simpler carefree time. Head back to those childhood summers at the beach as top notes of ozone and sea salt linger in the air. Then, a warm breeze brings floral notes to life which leads to the comforting aroma of greenery and warm woods. IFRA DocumentStarfruit Mango Fragrance OilThis refreshing fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a blend of fresh star fruit and mangos, rounded out with notes of strawberry and peach. IFRA DocumentPink Raspberry Cosmo Fragrance OilFrom Natures Garden's Girls Night Out fragrance collection- Pink raspberry cosmo fragrance oil is the girliest of all cocktails! This fun fragrance begins with top notes of pink raspberry, Florida orange, and green lime juice, followed by middle notes of juniper berries, lemon zests, and a Triple Sec accord; sitting on intoxicating notes of violet leaves, a Vodka accord, and a dash of sugar. Think Pink Drink! IFRA DocumentMango Lime Martini Fragrance OilMango Lime Martini Fragrance is an upscale girly cocktail aroma that starts with top notes of Lancetilla mango, key lime, California lemon, and Italian mandarin, followed by middle notes of juicy orange, fresh garden mint, and warm woods, sitting on dramatic notes of lemon peel, vanilla sugar, and a gin accord. IFRA DocumentScandalous Fragrance OilTake a walk on the wild side with this fragrance oil by Natures Garden. This fragrance is a mix of white blossoms, aromatic peonies, wild jasmine, red roses, and fresh lavender. You'll be screaming for more! IFRA DocumentPomegranate Pomelo Martini Fragrance OilFrom Natures Garden's Girls Night Out Fragrance Collection- Pomegranate Pomelo Martini Fragrance is an upscale girly cocktail aroma that begins with top notes of juicy pomegranate, pink grapefruit, and apple peel, leading to middle notes of Jamaican pomelo and dried black currant; and sitting on a sexy white wine accord, soft woods, and musk. This Girl has Got it Going On! IFRA DocumentRoyal B Fragrance OilTreat yourself to regal opulence with this upscale aroma of Egyptian jasmine and Amazon lily enlightened by juicy citrus and fresh rose petals; sitting on base notes of olibanum and white musk. IFRA DocumentBeverly Hills Glam Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is truly a bold floral extravaganza. Bursting with beautiful notes of ylang ylang, rose, and carnation with green moss, sweet amber and warm sandalwood complete the scent as a background. All making this a one of a kind unforgettable lingering scent. IFRA DocumentTinsel Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a refreshing new Christmas fragrance that blends pomegranate, strawberries, and raspberries, with a subtle hint of fresh peppermint leaves and fresh vanilla. IFRA DocumentAromatherapy Mood Enhance Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a combination of fragrance oils and essential oils. An uplifting, herbal floral aroma composed of fresh citrus top notes, floral middle notes of lavender and rose, with earthy base notes of patchouli and cedarwood. IFRA DocumentAromatherapy Passion Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a romantic combination of fragrance oils and essential oils, which blends floral notes such as lilac, gardenia, carnation, lavender, and hyacinth on a strong bouquet of roses. IFRA DocumentPeace Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a duplication of Pacifica's Tibetian Mountain Temple. This fragrance is a wonderful blend of ginger, carnation, orange, vetiver, and musk. This fragrance smells amazing in cold process soap! Don't judge this one out of the bottle. The natural oils really come alive in finished products. NG Original Scent! IFRA DocumentMystic Orange Moonstone Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is a mystical, exotic, complex fragrance layered with just the right balance of the following notes: Blood orange, white jasmine, golden honey, orange blossom, black currant, peach, grapefruit, bergamot, magnolia, orchid, freesia, muguet lily, cognac, light patchouli, white amber, myrrh, and white musk. NG Original Scent! IFRA DocumentFruitcake Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is the perfect combination of candied fruits and sweet baked goodness. Smells just like holiday fruitcake! IFRA DocumentAlmond Marzipan Fragrance OilIndulge yourself with this warm, slightly gourmand, almond marzipan aroma. A truly luscious combination of almond, rose, benzoin, cassis, and black currant. IFRA DocumentVanilla Insanity Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is for those who are insanely in love with vanilla scents. This fragrance is the strongest vanilla fragrance we have ever smelled; so hats off to the perfumist! Vanilla Insanity begins with top notes of French vanilla and whipped cream butter; followed by middle notes of cotton candy, chestnuts, and maple sugar; all sitting on a dry down of vanilla beans. A NG Original Fragrance IFRA DocumentHoneycomb Fragrance OilThis fragrance oil by Natures Garden is like a springtime garden in bloom. This classic floral fragrance opens with notes of Rose petals, Geranium and velvety violets surrounded by sweet honey nectar and orchard fruits. IFRA DocumentMelon Jasmine Fragrance OilNatures Garden took this highly requested fragrance oil and made it spectacular! A very complex fragrance beginning with just the right combination of ripe cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon, and fresh cucumber; rounded out with aromatic French jasmine, and cyclamen. IFRA DocumentGlitter Fragrance OilNatures Garden's Glitter fragrance is a feminine, yet confident and alluring aroma combining sheer floral notes of iris, jasmine, water lily, orchid, and white rose, with clean, fresh top notes of neroli and pink grapefruit blossoms and sexy bottom notes of sandalwood, soft musk, and tonka bean. IFRA DocumentShiraz Fragrance OilAn NG Original Fragrance! Shiraz wine is the finest and best known red wine in Australia. The aromas and flavours of Shiraz vary with wine style and region, but are usually blackberry, plums, and pepper in varying degrees dependent on growing conditions. Natures Garden's Shiraz fragrance is reminiscent of this prestigious wine; however, we suggest smelling our fragrance as opposed to drinking it.IFRA Document Angelica Fragrance OilAngelica essential oil is considered a true luxury in the formulation of fine perfumes. We have done our very best to create a fragrance oil with the same aromatic characteristics as the expensive essential oil. Natures Garden's Angelica fragrance begins with top notes of white lily, jasmine, and rose; followed by middle notes of citrus, violet, and pepper; sitting on base notes of patchouli, sandalwood, and white musk. IFRA DocumentPrecious Puppy Fragrance OilIntroducing....Natures Garden Pet Fragrances! To our knowledge, we are the first and only supplier to carry an entire line of fragrances designed especially for your furry friends! Deborahs pug, Enji, loves taking baths, and she has given this fragrance her Paw of Approval! We are sure that your loving, adorable companions will be equally satisfied. By the way, all of these fragrances can be used in human products too. Who knows, maybe you and your pet can wear the same fragrance! Introducing....Precious Puppy Fragrance: A very special aroma for your canine companion. This playfully loveable fragrance combines pink grapefruit, Valencia orange and Keylime as top notes. Pink jasmine blossoms, rose petals and a fruity fusion of ripe apricot for middle notes. Bing cherry and ripe plum round out the fragrance as base notes. IFRA DocumentPurrs and Paws Fragrance OilIntroducing....Natures Garden Pet Fragrances! To our knowledge, we are the first and only supplier to carry an entire line of fragrances designed especially for your furry friends! Deborahs pug, Enji, loves taking baths, and she has given this fragrance her Paw of Approval! We are sure that your loving, adorable companions will be equally satisfied. By the way, all of these fragrances can be used in human products too. Who knows, maybe you and your pet can wear the same fragrance! Introducing....Purrs and Paws Fragrance: A refreshing medley for your pet that combines juicy Mandarin orange, tangy lemon and tart lime with nuances of fresh flowers, soothing musk and sheer woods. IFRA DocumentPear Tart Fragrance OilA fragrance oil by Natures Garden that is as welcoming as a sunny spring day. This luscious scent opens with crisp apple, juicy Anjou pear and sun kissed citrus notes of bergamot and orange. Fresh floral notes of rose, and lily of the valley blend with sandalwood to gently finish this delicately feminine fragrance. IFRA DocumentPretty Kitty Fragrance OilIntroducing....Natures Garden Pet Fragrances! To our knowledge, we are the first and only supplier to carry an entire line of fragrances designed especially for your furry friends! Deborahs kitty, Mocha, is not so fond of baths, but she has given this fragrance her Paw of Approval! We are sure that your loving, adorable companions will be equally satisfied. By the way, all of these fragrances can be used in human products too. Who knows, maybe you and your pet can wear the same fragrance! Introducing....Pretty Kitty Fragrance: An invigorating blend of island fresh kiwi, ripe strawberry, sun-kissed peach, Anjou pear and spring flowers that is sure to please even the fanciest of felines. IFRA DocumentRockin' the StarsIn this fragrance oil by Natures Garden, the wild side of vanilla embraces succulent, ripe strawberries and the delicate floralcy of violets and jasmine.IFRA Document

Citrus scents are some of the most energizing, approachable, and crowd-pleasing fragrance oils you can use in candle and soap making. From bright lemon to juicy bergamot, the citrus fragrance family offers a wide range of top notes that bring freshness and lift to any blend. Whether you're building a spring candle line or just looking for a clean, zesty scent, citrus fragrance oils are a great place to start. What Does Citrus Smell Like? Citrus smells clean, sharp, and slightly sweet. Most citrus notes come from the essential oils in citrus peels, think lemon, lime, orange, and grapefruit. These oils are typically cold-pressed and have a bright, juicy quality that makes them ideal for top notes in both candles and perfumes. So, how do you describe citrus fragrance? People often use words like “fresh,” “tart,” “clean,” or even “slightly bitter” to capture the sharpness found in citrus fruit. Citrus notes are usually among the first to hit your nose in a fragrance blend, giving your product an immediate sense of brightness and clarity. Why Makers Love Citrus Top Notes Citrus top notes play a key role in how a fragrance unfolds. These are the first impressions, the notes you smell when a candle is first lit or a bar of soap hits the air. Lemon, bergamot, and bitter orange are popular citrus top notes that pair well with both floral and woody heart notes. Citrus doesn’t just smell good, it helps round out a fragrance blend by lifting heavier base notes like sandalwood, patchouli, or musk. This makes it a go-to for spring and summer lines, where lighter, cleaner profiles tend to shine. Best Uses for Citrus Fragrance Oils Citrus fragrance oils are especially popular in citrus scented candles, wax melts, melt and pour soaps, and even bath products. These scents tend to be universally liked, making them great for gifts or everyday use. When using citrus fragrance oils in candles, be sure to: Use a container designed for candle making Test the fragrance load and throw Check the fragrance oil against IFRA standards to confirm safe usage rates And remember, while citrus notes fade faster than heart or base notes, you can enhance their staying power by blending with complementary scents like black pepper, mint, or orange blossom. Popular Citrus Notes to Know If you're diving into the citrus fragrance family, here are some standout notes to look for: Lemon & Lime: Clean, tart, and very crisp. Great for kitchen candles and energizing blends. Bergamot: A citrus with a soft floral edge. Often used in citrus floral blends or paired with black tea. Orange & Sweet Orange: Juicy and sweet, with a comforting, sun-warmed quality. Bitter Orange: A sharper, slightly bitter version of traditional orange. Adds complexity and edge to a blend. Grapefruit: Tangy and uplifting, often with a touch of sweetness. Each of these can be used alone or as part of a larger blend, depending on your fragrance goals. Layering Citrus with Other Fragrance Families Because citrus is so versatile, it pairs well with many fragrance families: Citrus Floral: Combine orange blossom or neroli with lemon or bergamot for a soft, romantic blend. Citrus Woody: Add cedarwood, vetiver, or sandalwood to create a grounding base beneath the sparkle of citrus. Citrus Spicy: Black pepper or ginger can add warmth and depth, turning a simple citrus scent into something more layered. Understanding how fragrance notes work together, top, heart, and base, helps you craft more sophisticated blends. Citrus always plays at the top, setting the stage for the rest of the scent. FAQs About Citrus Fragrance What does a citrus smell like? Citrus smells like the peel of fresh citrus fruit, bright, sharp, juicy, and sometimes tart or bitter. It’s the scent you get when peeling an orange or slicing a lemon. That initial burst is what defines most citrus fragrance oils. How do you describe citrus fragrance? You can describe citrus fragrance as clean, energetic, and uplifting. It often evokes feelings of freshness or lightness and is commonly used to bring brightness to fragrance blends. Ready to Try Citrus? If you’re looking to add a pop of freshness to your next candle or soap project, citrus fragrance oils are a great place to start. Whether you prefer the zest of lemon, the complexity of bergamot, or the sweetness of orange, there’s a citrus note that can bring your blend to life. Just make sure to test your formula, use appropriate containers, and reference IFRA guidelines before going to market.

There are several different categories of notes used to create a fragrance oil. These notes offer fragrance oils different elements. Here is a list of fragrance notes and what aspects they provide to an aroma.ANIMALIC ingredients create allure within a fragrance. Generally base note materials, animalic nuances add subtle sensual tones. Aromatic animalic ingredients can be used to enhance spicy, woody, and sweet base notes. They can sometimes produce a leathery tone. Balance is important when using the aromatic animalic ingredients to prevent unpleasant and repulsive base notes.EXAMPLES OF ANIMALIC INGREDIENTS: Musk, CivetBALSAMIC notes are warm and/or sweet and can frequently be found in the resinous group of materials. Balsamic notes support a fragrance from within, offering richness and providing a natural sensation. Base notes are sometimes composed of several balsamic materials.EXAMPLES OF BALSAMIC MATERIALS: Amber, Tolu, FirCAMPHORACEOUS/ AGRESTIC notes create a cooling sensation, and can be described as fresh. Natural essential oils in the herbaceous family often exhibit camphoraceous tones, with naturally occurring camphor oil producing this effect. On some occasions camphoraceous tones can produce a medicinal effect.EXAMPLES OF CAMPHORACEOUS MATERIALS: Rosemary oil, Eucalyptus oil, Camphor powderCITRUS/ HESPERIDIC tones are easily identified due to the association with food and beverages. Citrus essential oils are produced from the citrus fruit peel, and a fresh, slightly acidic note is displayed. Citrus tones are usually top notes where they produce a fresh, juicy, effervescent effect.EXAMPLES OF CITRUS MATERIALS: Lemon oil, Grapefruit oil, Bergamot oilFLORAL is the largest generic fragrance category. Within the floral category there are many sub categories such as aldehydic floral or green floral. Flowery notes such as rose, gardenia, or jasmine can be used alone or in combination with one another to produce a floral bouquet. Since some flowers have little or no scent, creative floral accords are often produced to fulfill the need for scents such as daisy or orchid. Floral tones will generally be found at the heart of the fragrance.EXAMPLES OF FLORAL NOTES: Lily, Tuberose, Floral bouquetLike the citrus accords, FRUIT notes can be easily identified due their similarity to real fruit aromas. Sweet/sour tones found in apple, peach, strawberry, and banana are replicated for use in perfumery. These fruit compounds are generally produced from synthetic materials, although touches of natural materials such as critrus may be added for a juicy effect. Fruit notes will be found in the top note or middle note of a scent, but exceptions exist in fruit scents such a peach which have creamy and sweet undertones.EXAMPLES OF FRUIT NOTES: Apple, melon, raspberryThe GREEN category is very significant in today s market. Market positioning of products based on natural themes has created a demand for fragrances that smell like plants, leaves, and grasses. Green notes provide bright, strong, natural smelling accents for all types of fragrances. Green notes can be top notes, middle notes, and they traditionally exhibit food stability in a wide variety of products.EXAMPLES OF GREEN NOTES: Herbs, Vegetables, LeavesMARINE notes add fresh, bright, watery, and/or algae like accents to fragrance blends. They are rarely used alone due to their elusive quality, yet combined with florals, woods, or fruit types they create sparkle and add a natural sensation. Marine notes are often found accenting the top note of a scent and are reminiscent of the smell of sea breezes.EXAMPLES OF MARINE NOTES: Sea spray, Dewy, Ocean breezeThe MINT family is characterized by its pierce cooling effect. Mint provides an invigoration effect and fresh lift for all fragrance types. It has become more important as a single note in today s products that feature natural positioning. Mint accents the top note of a fragrance.EXAMPLES OF MINT INGREDIENTS: Peppermint, Spearmint, MentholSPICE notes are familiar due to their use in cooking and baking. They create warm or pungent sensations, and are used in almost all fragrance types. Most spice notes are derived from nature, and they can be found accenting the middle notes of a fragrance or used alone.EXAMPLES OF SPICE INGREDIENTS: Cinnamon, Ginger, PepperSWEET notes are important base notes for most fragrance blends. Recalling familiar sensations found in vanilla, sugar, honey and syrup, sweet notes are long lasting and comforting. Gourmand type scents have created a new demand for sweet notes in perfumery, where they provide edible sensations that captivate the senses.EXAMPLES OF SWEET NOTES: Vanilla, Caramel, honeyWOODS are important building blocks for fragrance. Woody notes enhance and enrich the base notes of most fragrance. They provide warmth, naturalness and long lasting richness. Most woody notes are derived from nature, where essential oils are distilled from fresh cut wood, tree bark or roots of a tree. In today s market we find wood blends being used frequently in candles, particularly at the prestige level of distribution.EXAMPLES OF WOOD INGREDIENTS: Sandalwood, Cedar wood, Vetiver

Hi everyone! Are you just starting out making your own candles? Wondering how to color candles? Here at Nature s Garden, we actually have many wonderful products that are used specifically for the candle coloring process. We offer only the best candle coloring products out there, with each item having its own vibrant personality! We offer so many different dye products, each having their own different specifications when used in your candles. We have liquid candle dye options as well as color block dye. We even have mica dust that you can sprinkle on the outside of you pillar candles to give them the effect of sparkling!For liquid candle dyes, we offer various Spectrum Liquid Candle Dyes ranging in color. The colors of liquid dyes we offer here at Nature s Garden are brown, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, black, burgundy, purple, and teal. (However, when using these liquid dyes, please just note that they are very concentrated!) To use the liquid dyes, just put a few drops of the liquid into your melted wax. If you are in the mood for more of a pastel color (or if you are doing a very small batch) for your candle, all you have to do to the dye is dilute it using vegetable oil with the ratio of 1:1. Be careful with the amount of dye you use as well. When you use liquid dye, it allows you to create more consistent coloring in your candles since you count how any drops are put in. But be careful not use more than 10 drops per pound of wax, or else your candles may have a chemical smell to them.For our color block dyes, the colors we offer are red, burgundy, yellow, blue, green, purple, brown, cinnamon, teal, cranberry, and a coral/peach. To use a color block to color your candle, simply shave off the desired amount and place it into your melted wax. One color block is actually enough to easily deeply dye 15 pounds of wax. When using color blocks, they actually do not produce colors as vibrant as the liquid dyes, so they are better when trying to attain more subtle colors. However, when using color blocks, make sure that the block is fully incorporated before pouring your candle! They can tend to produce little specks of colors on the bottoms of your candles if they are not fully melted and mixed into the wax.Want to give your pillar some sparkle to bling it up a little bit? Use some of our Gold Pigment Mica or our Diamond Dust Mica to dust the outside of your pillars! This will give your pillars a beautiful shimmer! Have you ever thoughts of using crayons to color your candles? Well, please don t! Using crayons for coloring can actually cause the candle to start smoking and may even clog your wicks! Crayons are not alone in this predicament. When dying your candles, be sure not to use too much color as this can cause the wick to become clogged and it may cause your candle to smoke more than it should be. It can even inhibit the throw of your chosen scent and reduce the melt pool of the candle. Candle dyes are not for cosmetic use either! Check out all of our free recipes and classes, we offer many free candle recipes, and even a Candle Coloring Class that tells all about our candle coloring products! If you click on candle supplies then candle colorants on our website, that will show you all of the candle colorants we offer. Our Candle Coloring class even tells how to mix your own colors to achieve the colors you want. Enjoy these wonderful products and watch out for more Enlightened by Layla!