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…

Weighing in on Wintergreen

“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…

November 2016 Coupon Codes

November brings in a broad array of savings at Jedwards International.  Our Clove Bud Oil discount is sure to inspire Jedwards’ customers.  Though it might not be one of the most well-known essential oils, it is one of the most useful oils to have around, with multi-purpose uses from inclusion in cosmetics to aromatherapy.    Avocado…

Jedwards’ Ginger Essential Oil

Jedwards International is a wholesale supplier of bulk Ginger Oil, an essential oil sourced from India Our ginger oil is the first in Jedwards’ essential oils product line to utilize supercritical CO2 as an extraction method as opposed to the more widely used steam distillation and cold pressed methods. This results in an extremely pure oil,…

Bergamot and Geranium

Geranium & Bergamot Oils: Scents of Elegance

We are continuing to expand our essential oils line here at Jedwards (such an easy way to transport yourself to beautiful place!), and the latest favorites are our bulk wholesale Geranium and Bergamot / Organic Bergamot oils. As usual, we can take a cue from societies past—fresh Geranium rose plant was always at the ready…