There have been numerous studies done over time to ascertain how chocolate consumption impacts humans. One such study at the Human Olfaction Laboratory at Middlesex University concluded the smell of chocolate triggers positive reactions and may improve your mood.
Category: Butter & Wax
HSCG 2017 Conference Highlights
Jedwards International was delighted to be included as a proud sponsor of the HSCG Annual Conference in Las Vegas from May 1 through May 3. The event was well attended with close to 600 participants; from the “just starting out” soap making hobbyist looking to mix and mingle with like-minded individuals to start up cosmetic…
Jedwards Represents at the HSCG Conference in Las Vegas!
Jedwards International has a long-standing relationship with hand crafters of soaps and cosmetics, ranging from large-scale businesses to individual hobbyists. Next week, the Handcrafted Soap & Cosmetic Guild will be hosting their annual conference from April 30th through May 3rd at the Tropicana Hotel in Las Vegas.
The History of Soap Making
The word soap, from the Latin root “sopa” has created abundant interest throughout time, and much original usage speculation, as well as the first introduction into civilization, has been debated. There is a fascinating re-publication, originally published prior to 1923, aptly titled, “The Handbook of Soap Manufacture,” by W.H. Simmons and H.A. Appleton, which…
Women’s Gold – Shea Nut Products and Socially Responsible Sourcing
One late April day, as rainy season winds its way into the Ghana landscape, a group of women gathered at a newly formed women’s cooperative to discuss the challenges of harvesting shea nuts, otherwise known there as “Women’s Gold.” The physical demands of working long hours in the hot sun, stooping over to hand…
December 2016 Coupon Codes
Check out our delightful discounts for December! Castor oil has been around for a very long time but is growing in popularity for usage on the hair and skin, as well as a plethora of uses around the house. It is derived from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plants that grow wild in wastelands across…
October 2016 Savings!
Celebrate October with a cart full of savings! Fall is finally here along with Jedwards’ October savings. Please inquire about the awesome products we have picked for this month! October discounts: Use code: FBOct16 for 10% off the following: Perilla Seed Oil (S1430) Echium Oil (S1165) Grape Seed Oil (S1220) Use code: FBOct30 for 30% off the following: Tamanu Butter (B3081)…
September 2016 Coupon Codes!
September is here along with the autumn savings! Use code: FBSept16 for 10% off the following: Citronella Oil (E1210) Abyssinian Oil (S0990) Cocoa Powder Natural 20/22 Fat (G1120) ***One Coupon Code per customer; cannot be applied to already discounted, tiered pricing or drum pricing.*** EXTRA SAVINGS! Use code: FBSept30 for 30% off the following:…
Jedwards Shea Nut Products
Many societies have discovered and embraced the value of shea nut butter, and its many beauty and health benefits. Although mainly used as a cooking oil in Africa, demand for shea nut butter in the domestic cosmetic industry has exploded. Jedwards carries a variety of Shea products, including Organic and Fair Trade Certified options.
August 2016 Savings!
August is your chance to get a hold of a few specialty products for a bargain! Kokum Butter produced from the seeds of the Kokum tree’s (Garcinia indica) fruit is nature miracle. Kokum remains solid at room temperature and is used in the preparation of confectionery and cosmetics. One of our four eucalyptus oils, Eucalyptus – Smithii Organic (EHM1051) …
Indian Sal Butter
If your business is looking for a specialty ingredient to feature on their production line, then Sal butter should definitely be on your next purchase order. Sal Butter is sourced from India, where the collection of Sal seeds, benefits the women who work in the forests, helping to sustain their communities. With a melting point of…
July 2016 Savings!
Happy 4th of July! Celebrate this month with products made in the USA! Our Tangerine Cold Pressed Oil along with our yellow and ivory Beeswax Blocks are all discounted in observation of the 4th of July. The lots we currently have in stock for these three products are sourced right here in the USA.