Getting the most out of your candles

Every year thousands of people across the UK light candles in their quest to create the perfect Christmas ambiance. With this in mind we thought what better time to offer ten handy hits to help you get the most out of your candle. It may appear as easy of lighting the wick but add a bit of science and your candle will burn cleaner and brighter than ever before. 

Hint No 1: Trim your wick.

We can't stress this enough, all candles smoke if the wick is too long. The scent throw comes from the melt pool, which is the amount of melted wax that forms around the flame. You do not require a blazing flame to produce a good sized melt pool. Different wicks produce hotter flames without making it necessary to have a larger flame. You can literally double the life of your candle, just by keeping the wick trimmed so before lighting, trim the wick to approximately 1/4". 

Hint No 2: Votive Containers

Probably the most important tip for burning votive candles is to burn them in a tight-fitting container, one that is snug all around the sides. A quality-made votive will completely liquify in the votive holder, which will give you the maximum amount of scent throw. Scent throw is how we define the amount of fragrance released into the area... and whether or not you can smell it! 

Hint No 3: Say NO to mushrooms

Highly scented candles can form a 'mushroom' on top of the wick which can lead to smoking. This does not mean your candle is poor quality, it's just another sign to trim your wick!

Hint No 4: Keep it clean

Each time before your relight your candle, check for candle debris around the surface. Where possible, keep a lid on your candle in between uses.

Hint No 5: No drafts

Keep burning candles away from drafts. Drafts cause candles to burn unevenly, thereby increasing the chance of smoking or dripping.

Hint No 6: That's hot!

Candles are best burned on a heat-resistant surface, even when they are already in a jar or tin, as the containers can become hot!

Hint No 7: Trim, trim and trim again

I know we spoke about wicks in hint no 1 but we can't stress enough the importance of trimming your wick. Every couple hours or so during the burning time, put out the flame, trim the wick again and relight (be sure to remove any wick trimmings from your melt pool of wax!).  This will not only help to keep your candle from smoking, but will also extend the life of your candle!

Hint No 8: Melt Pool

To assist your candle in a clean and even burn, allow it form a complete melt pool each time you light it, this is the amount of melted wax that forms around the flame. To create a full melt pool, burn the candle for a minimum of one hour for every inch of it's diameter. All future burns should follow the first ones path and melt fully to the sides. And depending on the diameter of the container, those future burns should be no longer than four hours. Just follow the rule for creating a melt pool to calculate the length of time a candle can burn safely.

Hint No 9: Every little bit counts!

Discontinue burning when only 1/2" of wax remains on the bottom of your candle.

Hint No 10: NEVER LEAVE A BURNING CANDLE UNATTENDED!! 

Yes, it's so important we written this title in block capitals. Keep an eye on your scented candles, this is how terrible accidents are avoided!

Don't forget to enjoy your candles, a little bit of science goes a long way!

Merry Christmas from the girls at Greenleaf UK! 

Greenleaf Festive Gift ideas for under £5

It's always tricky finding the right gift for the right price. Greenleaf Gifts offer a wide variety of gift ideas for under a fiver, perfect for a low price but a high impact! Each scented sachet provides up to four months of fragrance and costs only £3.50. Also, there are many seasonal fragrances available including Merry Memories, Starlight and Apple Spice & Cinnamon but to name a few. Another alternative for a candle lover might be a Greenleaf Votive Candle at only £1.95 each. Small in size but not in fragrance this little candle provides 15 hours of powerful scent. Each are individually packaged in decorative boxes and are available in fantastic Christmas fragrances including Snow Flowers and Hope. Another idea might be a tall sachets from the Greenleaf girl collection, a great stocking filler, costing only £2.50 per sachet. Only question is which Greenleaf Girl are you buying for, Breezy, Cozy, Dreamy or Sassy? The choice is yours plus if you wish, our Greenleaf eleves can send your gift directly to your recipient! Browse the full collections here. Best Wishes, the Girls at Greenleaf UK.

Autumnal Fragrances from Greenleaf

As golden leaves turn and the weather begins to change, so do our fragrance choices. To help you choose a fresh new fragrance for your home we've complied our top 5 favourite Autumnal Greenleaf fragrances. Our potent Votive Candles, Fragrance Oils and Scented Sachets will fill your abode with a warming glow during the chiller season. Shop for fragrances here, warm greetings from the Girls at Greenleaf UK.

 No1: Apple Spice & Cinnamon

Traditional apple is transformed when combined

with cinnamon, spice, and everything nice.

No:2 Hope

Exuberant and warm blend of fresh fruits,

gentle spices and sweet vanilla.

No:3 Ginger Cinnamon
Ginger and citrus brighten a blend of cinnamon, clove, and spice blossoms,

sweetened by caramel and vanilla.

No:4 Gracious

Sweet and creamy pumpkin, blended into an elegant fruit musk.

No:5 Vintage Violet 

Lush bouquets of violets, rosebuds and ylang gilded with amber 

and softened by sweet fig, cream and honey.

NEW Greenleaf Vintage Voilet

NEW Greenleaf fragrance Vintage Violet is described as a lush bouquet of violets, with rosebuds and ylang, gilded with amber and softened by cream, honey, and sugared fig. The packaging is in a deep, rich shade of purple, accompanied by a classic Greenleaf hand painted pattern. The fragrance is available in Sachets, Candles, Reed Diffusers, Rooms Sprays and fragrance oils. Enjoy!

http://www.greenleafgifts.co.uk/vintage-violet-sachet---large---new-661-p.asp

Introducing Greenleaf Baby Sachets

We're really excited about the Greenleaf Baby Collection, a range of scented sachets: beautifully decorated paper envelopes containing a mineral infused with fragrance oil. At our offices we have several new mothers who struggle with the dilemma of providing fresh fragrance for places that get smelly, such as nappy bins and car seats, and using a fragrance product that's safe around young children. These large sachets not only combine signature Greenleaf fragrance with special technology that eliminates and absorbs odours, but they also provide beautiful home fragrance without the dangers of having a flame if a candle is burning or oil that may be spilt if using a reed diffuser.

The Greenleaf Baby Collection is available in four beautiful fragrances: Bouncy Baby (white cotton), Cuddly Baby (fresh powder), Sleepy Baby (lavender) and Snuggly Baby (sweet powder). Greenleaf scented sachets offer fantastic value for money- a large sachet that will fragrance a room for up to 4 months costs just £3.50. The Greenleaf Baby Collection will be available here in the UK from mid August 2014, watch this space for more infomation, the Girls at Greenleaf UK

A man's guide to choosing Home Fragrance

In recent months we've seen an increase in men ordering home fragrance products from our website, www.GreenleafGifts.co.uk. Choosing your home fragrance is just as important as choosing your personal fragrance, if not more so. Certainly if you spend a lot of time entertaining at home, you'll want to set the right mood for your guests (or-ahem-love interest) as soon as they walk through the door. So, guys, here are our top home fragrances for the most important rooms in your home.

1.Greenleaf Velvet Woods

Greenleaf Velvet Woods has been described as the ultimate 'mandle'. With ingredients like sweet coconut and vanilla musk, you’ll find this a deep, rich fragrance that will add a level of sophistication – 

and masculinity – to your living room or den. Available in large, slim and small scented sachets,

votive candles and home fragrance oil. Visit our on-line shop or find your nearest stockist here.

2. Greenleaf Tuscan Vineyard

Bring the sophisticated, full-bodied aroma of rich Tuscan grapes on the vine into your home with Greenleaf Tuscan Vineyard. What’s more, women love it! Sure, women love the smell of roses, too, but you most likely do not, so you get the best of both worlds with this fragrance. Available in large, slim and small scented sachets, votive candles and home fragrance oil. Visit our on-line shop or find your nearest stockist here.

3. Greenleaf River Mist

Greenleaf River Mist is an essential item to “transition a man cave into a true bachelor pad. Described as an earthy bed of moss, amber woods, and musk, this is an absolutely sultry and sensual fragrance. Available in large, slim and small scented sachets, votive candles and home fragrance oil. Visit our on-line shop

or find your nearest stockist here.

4. Greenleaf Citrus Samba

We know what you’re thinking: “Citrus?!” But this is such a natural, pure, clean fragrance that everybody loves, male or female. It will make your space sparkle (no joke) because the fragrance immediately lifts your mood when it hits you. Whether entertaining for several guests or coming home after a long day at the office, this one is an all-around crowd-pleaser. And citrus scents are great at masking nasty kitchen odors! Available in large, slim and small scented sachets, votive candles, reed diffusers, candle tins and home fragrance oil. Visit our on-line shop or find your nearest stockist here.

Last bit of advice, guys, do yourself a favor: Stay away from floral fragrances. Many of your guests will probably enjoy smelling Blushing Tulips or First Blush as they walk through your front door, 

but chances are you won’t after a few days. But pick those fragrances up for the 

special lady in your life – they’ll love you for it.

A Greenleaf summer holiday

Planning a break in the sun this summer? Take a Greenleaf Scented Sachet with you and you can enjoy your favourite fragrance where ever your travels take you. Greenleaf scented sachets never stop working and will keep your suitcase fresh when your on the go. Sachets come in large, slim and small sizes, and are available in over 30 fabuluos fragrances including fresh Classic Linen, floral First Blush and rich Velvet Woods! Happy holidays from the Girls at Greenleaf UK.

Which Greenleaf floral fragrance are you?

At Greenleaf HQ we've been feeling inspired by Greenleaf's rich variety of floral home fragrances so we thought we'd hand-pick 8 fresh scents to represent an aromatic version of different personalities. Every woman has a fragrant bloom that she feels personifies herself—whether it’s the romance of roses or the earthiness of lavender. Available in a range of wonderful Greenleaf products, we've chosen Greenleaf Scented Sachets to best represent each fragrance, to buy just click to a sachet and you'll see the range of available products in your favourite fragrance. We'd love to know which you prefer and why, Happy Spring from the Girls at Greenleaf UK.

Magnolia - The Nurturer

Quiet, kind, and conscientious. Can be depended on to follow through. Usually puts the needs of others above their own needs. Stable and practical, they value security and traditions. Well-developed sense of space and function. Rich inner world of observations about people. Extremely perceptive of other's feelings. Interested in serving others.

Roses - The Romantic

Creative, resourceful, and a romantic at heart. Good at a broad range of things. They get very excited about new ideas and projects, but may neglect the more routine aspects of life.  They enjoy people and are stimulating company. 

Lavender - The Guardian

Practical, traditional, and organized. Likely to be athletic. Not interested in theory or abstraction unless they see the practical application. Have clear visions of the way things should be. Loyal and hard-working. Like to be in charge. Exceptionally capable in organizing and running activities. "Good citizens" who value security and peaceful living

Jasmine - The Caregiver

Warm-hearted, popular, and conscientious. Tend to put the needs of others over their own needs. Feel strong sense of responsibility and duty. Value traditions and security. Interested in serving others. Need positive reinforcement to feel good about themselves. Well-developed sense of space and function.

Garden Breeze - The Doer

Friendly, adaptable, action-oriented. "Doers" who are focused on immediate results. Living in the here-and-now, they're risk-takers who live fast-paced lifestyles. Impatient with long explanations. Extremely loyal to their peers, but not usually respectful of laws and rules if they get in the way of getting things done. Great people skills.

Blushing Tulips - The Inspirer

Enthusiastic, idealistic, and creative. Able to do almost anything that interests them. Great people skills. Need to live life in accordance with their inner values. Excited by new ideas, but bored with details. Open-minded and flexible, with a broad range of interests and abilities.

First Blush - The Artist

Quiet, serious, sensitive and kind. Do not like conflict, and not likely to do things which may generate conflict. Loyal and faithful. Extremely well-developed senses, and aesthetic appreciation for beauty. Not interested in leading or controlling others. Flexible and open-minded. Likely to be original and creative. Enjoy the present moment.

Gardenia -The Thinker
Logical, original, creative thinkers. Can become very excited about theories and ideas. Highly value knowledge, competence and logic. Quiet and reserved, hard to get to know well. Individualistic, having no interest in leading or following others

Something Special for Mothering Sunday

This Sunday some of us will be honouring that special lady in our lives. Originally a Christian holiday celebrated throughout Europe, Mothering Sunday has become an occasion for honouring the mothers of children by giving them cards and presents. Just in case you were wondering what to give the woman who has everything, we've put together a few suggestions from the Greenleaf fragrance range, you can click on the image to make a purchase. Order today and receive 20% off your order plus you can have your order send direct to your recipient! Anything to make life a little more straightforward, the Girls from Greenleaf UK

Citrus Samba Sachet - Large

Fragrance

Sparkling grapefruit and rose petals twirl through the bright glow of warm amber 

in lively rhythm with juicy lime, orange, and mandarin.

Scented Sachet - Large 

The envelope sachet has been Greenleaf’s signature product for over 35 years! Our sachets use specially blended oils that are encapsulated for maximum strength and product life. Add a touch of fragrance anywhere by slipping sachets into closets, drawers, gifts, cars, and more. 7.0 cu. in. / 115 ml

 Roses - Reed Diffuser

Fragrance

Soft, romantic perfume of delicate roses in bloom spice and muguet.

Reed Diffuser

Pre-filled Reed Diffusers offer bold fragrance in a stylish package that fits any space. 

Uses our special fiber reed technology!

 Island Sunset - Spray

Fragrance

Vibrant island blend with a green marine top note and a sweet mix of red fruit musk

Room Spray

Greenleaf's aerosol sprays are formulated to provide the maximum amout of fragrance per spray, making it a quick and effective burst of scent. 6 fl oz/ 177 ml

 Raspberry Lemonade - candle tin

Fragrance

Sun-ripened raspberries, paired perfectly with invigorating fresh lemons

Product info

The new Candle Tin from Greenleaf is wrapped with our signature patterns and filled with your favorite fragrances. Have fun mixing and matching patterns! Perfectly  sized for travel.

First Blush - Votive

Fragrance

Graceful and serene, as warm white musk gently wraps a citrus blend with soft notes of 

poppy and floral blossoms at its heart

Votive candle

Votive candles are small in size, but not in fragrance! Each are individually packaged in decorative boxes and are perfect as gifts and favours. 2 oz / 56 g, burns 15 hours

6 Helpful Hints when using Reed Diffusers

At Greenleaf HQ we use Reed Diffusers to create a pleasing aroma throughout our offices. Here are some handy hints to help you get more out of your diffusers at home.

1 Flip Sticks for More Scent
If you want to increase the scent, just flip the sticks. Please remember to always flip diffuser reed sticks over a paper towel and to wipe bottle so no oil drips onto your table/surface.

2 Less Sticks Mean Less Scent
In small spaces, like bathrooms, use less sticks. We find 4 (of 10) diffuser sticks work well when using lemon diffusers in our office bathrooms. If we use all the sticks, it can be overwhelming in small spaces.

3 Reed Diffusers Replace Candles
Our customers enjoy  using reed diffusers in restricted places where candles are not allowed. Reed diffusers are a great way to enhance the smell of a room without an open flame. In fact, diffuser essential oils are flammable so keep away from open flames.

4 Protect Your Tables & Surfaces
Just like a glass of ice water can leave a ring on a wood table, reed diffusers work best when placed on a drink coaster (ceramic, glass, etc.) or glass table. Please use care when placing on wooden surfaces because the essential oils can leave marks.

5 Parents Should Keep Diffusers Out Of Reach From Children
Diffusers are meant to stand up and to be left untouched. If kids are around diffusers, please keep the diffusers higher and out of reach. Spilled diffusers can damage table surfaces. Diffuser essential oils should not be ingested. Thank you for protecting your furniture and children from possibly harmful essential oils.

6 Please Remember
- Diffuser essential oils are flammable, do not light and keep away from open flame. - Do not ingest essential oils - Diffusers contain essential oils and will stain wood surfaces. Always wipe clean the bottom of your bottle before setting on any surface.

101 Ways to use your Scented Sachet Part 1

At the offices of Greenleaf UK we are always sharing (gossiping about) new ideas of where and how we use our Greenleaf Scented Sachets, some funny and some pretty inspirational! Recently Greenleaf US decided to put together a guide called 101 useful ways of using a Scented Sachet. Of course we were only too ready to share our ideas and put our favourite sachet uses into the mix. Inspired by this experience, we'd like to share them with you so you too can get even more value from your Greenleaf Scented Sachet. So Part 1 this week, avoiding information overload, contains 20 ways to use your sachet and new week you'll get another 20. You may find yourself needing lots more sachets, if you do click here. 

1. Slide into shoe boxes or storage, and even stinky tennis shoes!
2. Slip a sachet in your sock drawer.
3. Stash a sachet with scarves.
4. Keep a sachet tucked into hat boxes with accessories.
5. Store small sachets in knit gloves when not in use.
6. Place sachet in a broom cupboard to create a welcoming scent.
7. Include a sachet when storing seasonal clothing.
8. Stow a sachet in storage bins to keep packed items smelling fresh.
9. Sachets are perfect for adding fresh scent to a garage, cellar or other storage areas.
10. Keep a sachet where you store your walking gear or camping supplies.
11. Stash a sachet in storage buildings or units.
12. Spice up a toolbox or shed with a sachet.
13. Place sachet under the sink. Try using a sweet or spicy fragrance in the kitchen.
14. Clip a sachet to front or place on top of refrigerator.
15. Keep a sachet tucked with trash compactor.
16. A sachet in a recipe box creates sweet-scented cards.
17. Tuck sachet into a wine rack.
18. Open envelope, and add contents with a little water to a simmering pot or warmer.
19. For sweet fragrance in the bathroom, keep a sachet in a vanity drawer or dressing table.
20. Store a sachet with hair accessories.

Greenleaf introduces Frangipani, Herne Bay

At Greenleaf UK we are privileged to work with many fantastic retailers around the UK. Inspired by their love of our products we thought we'd feature a different shop each month and introduce you to new boutiques and outlets where you can purchase your Greenleaf scented sachets, tin candles, votives and sprays. Our first destination is Herne Bay, Kent, just along the coast from Whitstable in southeast England. Herne Bay's seafront is home to the world's first freestanding purpose-built Clock Tower built in 1837 and until 1978, the town had the second-longest pier in the United Kingdom. A popular traditional seaside town, Herne Bay is home to Frangipani, located just 15 seconds walk from the beach. Step inside this beautifully presented boutique and you will find an array of tempting gift ideas from natural body products, beautiful artificial flowers and fabulous home fragrance ranges including your favourite Greenleaf products and their own pot pourri which they hand blend in-house.  What makes Frangipani unique is their customer service which includes gift wrapping an item and making a simple gift look fabulous. The owners of Frangipani very friendly, informative  and approachable and nothing is too much for them. We are thrilled to promote this gem of a shop to you and can't wait to take a trip down the coast and visit ourselves, 'Oh we do like to be beside the seaside...!!' The Girls at Greenleaf UK

The Greenleaf Girl Collection

Well, the New Greenleaf Girl Collection has certainly got us thinking here at Greenleaf UK HQ. This story began with the creatives at Greenleaf US suggesting that as girls we like to express our personalities in different ways on different days. Ok, so far so true, next they suggested that we might enjoy a range of fragrances to represent this so they created four slim sachets, Breezy, Cozy, Dreamy and Sassy. We have loved choosing our favorites and working out which Greenleaf Girl best represents each of us with some surprising results! To find out more about the vibrant new Greenleaf collection you can watch an exclusive video here. You can also find out which Greenleaf Girl you are by competing this short quiz. As always we'd love to hear from you so please feel free to leave a comment and let us know which Greenleaf Girl you are! The Girls at Greenleaf UK