Considered the oldest known cultivated tree in the world, Olea europaea, or the olive tree, could be found throughout the Mediterranean basin over 6000 years ago, before written language was invented. The appearance of olives throughout history has been documented and observed.
The nature of raw ingredients can be confusing to those new to the market.
As with any industry, there are trends that are observed in the raw ingredient market. It’s never quite clear how these trends gain momentum. The latest material to take the bulk wholesale cosmetic industry by storm is Marula Oil. Jedwards International is thrilled to be adding Virgin Organic Marula Oil to our ever-growing list of…
With such a vast array of natural oils on the market today, it’s no wonder that occasionally some confusion crops up about oils that seem very similar, yet are so very different. In an effort to satisfy overwhelming customer demand for additional materials, Jedwards International has added Cassia Oil to their product list.
The fruit of the Argan tree, endemic to Southern Morocco, has enjoyed hundreds of years of locally celebrated usage, unbeknownst to much of the rest of the world. The Berbers, an ethnic group indigenous to North Africa, have used the fruit of this “Tree of Life” as a source of food, charcoal, firewood and building…
Many of us today primarily relate the word “chia” to the once famous pet plant that took the retail industry by storm in the 1980’s. A clever ram shaped object that grew sprouts became a trendy gift idea, changing the face of Christmas for several years. Nowadays, the term chia, which is a species of…
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…
“And now he shook away the snow of time from the winter-green of memory, and beheld the fair years of his childhood uncovered, fresh, green, and balmy, standing afar off before him.”~ Jean Paul In botany, the term “evergreen” refers to all plants and trees that maintain their greenness throughout the winter. When we hear…
Everyone loves the aesthetic and versatility of sunflowers! This flower’s history carries centuries of stories, myths, traditions and are often associated with positive values, like truth, loyalty and honesty. Sunflowers are said to have been cultivated and harvested as early as 2,000 BC, initially by the native North Americans. Jedwards International is proud to offer…
Oats A crop primarily grown in Europe and North America, Oats (Avena sativa) have a long and distinguished history. Oats have been an important agricultural commodity for both humans and livestock since antiquity. In addition to being an important food source oats have been used in a variety of skin care products. Jedwards is a…
Prickly Pear Seed Oil is a natural oil harvested from the cactus, opuntia ficus indica. Sourced from Morocco and Tunisia, Prickly Pear Seed oil is cold-pressed extracted from the seeds of the prickly pear, as its name suggests. This oil is 100% pure with a golden yellow color and has a refreshing and unique aroma…
Perhaps you have seen the unusual Baobab trees on nature shows, but did you know the fruits of these majestic trees yield some of the best oil in the world? Highly prized in the personal care industry, Virgin Organic Baobab oil is considered to promote skin health and is often added to moisturizing lotions, bar…
