Did you know..........

No one really know why we have candles on birthday cakes? It is a fact lost in history, but some think it is because the ancient Greeks use to make round cakes in honor of the full moon and take use them in worship of their goddess Artemis. She was the goddess of the moon. It is said the Greeks placed candles around the cake to resemble a glowing full moon. Do you suppose they sang a song when they did this!
 
Manufacturer surveys show that 90% of all candles are purchased by women.
 
Votives, container candles and pillars are currently the most popular types of candles
 
It is estimated that more than 10,000 different candle scents are available
 
Approximately 35% of candle sales occur during the Christmas/Holiday season. Non-seasonal business accounts for approximately 65% of candle sales.
 
Fragrance is by far the most important characteristic impacting candle purchases today, with three-fourths of candle buyers saying it is “extremely important" or "very important" in their selection of a candle.
 
Approximately three-fourths of candle users say they typically burn candles for 4 hours or less per sitting.

Candle users say they most frequently burn candles in the living room (42%), followed by the kitchen (18%) and the bedroom (13%).

Both men and women consider candles to be an always-acceptable and highly appreciated gift for a wide variety of occasions.


Approximately one in five women say they use candles to decorate the yard, patio or other exterior areas, as well as the interior of their home.
Candles generally can be categorized into 11 basic types: tapers, votives, pillars, container(or jar) candles, tealights, liturgical candles, outdoor candles, floating candles, novelty candles, utility candles, and birthday candles.

Our friends as soy candles

Chihuahua Soy Candles. Wonderful images of our furry little friends and their great achievements at competitions. The universe never ceases to amaze me at the way our candles, find a life of their own and continue to to spread the love. Between the combination of images and aromatheraphy transformed into a beacon of light for anyone to enjoy. Is always a good day for Outback Aromas, as we feel blessed to share the journey too.

Teenagers and Aromatherapy

Adolescence is not any easy time for anyone involved, Teens, parents, siblings, teachers and peers. Physical, psychological and emotional changes are riff in the bodies of teenagers. Everything is so exaggerated and out of proportion.
With the expectations from peers, family and the community, it can be very taxing on anyone let alone a teen with little experience, knowledge and life skills. We as the adults are light beacons in all the darkness and need to help or guide, be a magician to figure out what will work and what won’t. This may only happen once and then we will need to find another way together.
Teen’s emotional and physical demands of the body can be: fatigue, sleeplessness, depression, anxiety, skin problems and weight. Which affects each teen different and at different levels. Aromatherapy can help with respite for teens and parents.
The use of Aromatherapy on a daily basis will help you stayed balanced, gain more insight, open yourself to trust between everyone you meet, communicate your feelings and put life in perspective in a compassionate and calm manner.
Outback Aromas blended soy candles for teens.
o Communication - Sage, lavender, chamomile, hand blended and crafted into a candle
o Positive Attitude - Ylang Ylang, Orange, Grapefruit hand blended and crafted into a candle
o Tranquillity blend - Sandalwood, Lavender, Rose, Geranium hand blended and crafted into a candle
o Escapism - Cedar wood, Cypress, Rosemary hand blended and crafted into a candle
o Sleep Problems - Roman Chamomile, Petitgrain, and Basil hand blended and crafted into a candle
o Massage is another altenative for boys and girls after all the sport they play.
o Massage blends also available at Outback Aromas.
Outback Aromas Soy Candles - Natural Plant 100% wax, with pure cotton wicks, hand poured. (Paraffin free and vegan)

Outback Aromas - Angel Kisses Review

When the Outback Aromas box arrived, I could smell the delicious contents before I even opened it. Their scents are divine!

They specialise in soy candles and melts. I found on their site, they also sell soap and body butter.

Angel Kisses is Outback Aromas lavender plus special secret ingredients scent. Before the Angel Kisses candle was lit this delicious candle had our home filled with its scent.

The 60 hour candle that we tried had not melted completely to the sides of the glass after 1 hour, so I can see that this candle would definitely last the promised 60 hours.

With names like Butterfly Hugs, Tranquil Dawn, Peaches and Cream, Melon Crush, Sandalwood Moments and Angel Kisses (to name a few), I’m left wondering …what are the Outback Aromas secret ingredients?

I have to admit, I did have a little trouble navigating my way around the Outback Aromas site, but after trying their candles and melts, it’s a worthwhile tour to take. They do have very clear ‘contact us’ instructions if you can’t find what you are looking for.

I love soy candles. Here is some great information straight from the Outback Aromas site…


“Soy is an environmentally friendly alternative to paraffin wax. Soy is biodegradable and a renewable natural resource. Paraffin, on the other hand, is made from petroleum. How healthy is that? Soy candles last longer and distribute more fragrance. Soy tends to burn up to 50% longer than other paraffin waxes. Because soy has a lower temperature melting point, candles will burn cooler while distributing fragrance much quicker. Soy candles produce up to 90% less soot than traditional paraffin candles.”

Candle tip: always remember to trim the wick down to 5 mm between each candle burning session. If the candle begins to smoke, blow it out and trim the wick. If it’s smoking, chances are it’ll burn too fast.


Michelle Dennis Evans

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Copyright ©2010 Tracy ODonnell

Tantilise the senses

Today we are going to tbe talking about tantilising the sensing with the wonderful natural soy candles and soaps that we create @ Outback Aromas.
Step into our world of magic just but the olfactory senses of the body.

The nerve cells send signals to a part of the brain called the ofactory bulb. The olfactory bulb sends out a message and your brain decides what the smell is and what you should do about it. This depends on whether the smell is bad or good.

When you smell something sweet and yummy your brain sends a message to your mouth to tell it to get ready to eat. No we don't eat our candles but people always so that they do smell as if you could.
Your sense of smell is important because it helps you to enjoy the favour of food and drinks and the smell of flowers and our wonderful candles.

If you would like to tantilise your senses, head on down to the Outback Aromas website.
Thank you