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.
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…
This month the specials are sure to spark your interest. The following three materials are 10% off this month only!
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.
While Peter Cottontail may be hopping around leaving candy laden baskets galore for children everywhere this weekend, it doesn’t mean there aren’t alternatives to keep health conscious adults on track!! At Jedwards International, we carry a number of healthy, natural sweeteners! Our broad collection of sweeteners includes Stevia Powder, Maple Syrup, Honey, and Agave materials…
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…
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…
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…
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)…
We are excited to be carrying a new miraculous oil: Virgin Marula Oil sourced from Namibia! This oil is derived from the legendary Marula tree, native to Southern Africa and parts of East and West Africa, growing to be up to 18 feet tall. Fun fact about the Marula tree is that it’s dioecious, meaning these trees have…
