If you're shopping for a man who enjoys the finer things in life, then we've got you covered. Scented candles have always made great gifts, The "MANdle" is growing in popularity and would make a fabulous gift for the man who has everything. Men like candles too you know! What is a MANdle? Simply put, a MANdle is a candle made with more typical masculine fragrance notes such as Tobacco, Leather or Woods. Thats not to say that these are the only fragrance notes men would like, many enjoy florals, fruity and fresh scents too. Here are Kind Melts recommendations for the perfect MANdle. Looking for a rich and intoxicating scent? Then Fire scented candle is a perfect fit, Its powerful and warm. Think man cave, leather sofas and a glass of bourbon on the rocks. Perfect for the home or office. A clean and sophisticated candle? The Water scented candle oozes sophistication, Its soothing and calming so perfect for the guy that needs to take time out to relax at the end of the day. With its woodsage and seasalt aromas, Water is a great gift for coastal lovers. A candle thats warm and cosy? Autumn* is a warming fragrance with exotic woods and warm spices. It will transport you to log cabins with open fire and cosy blankets. An ideal scent for those cosy evenings in. Why not treat him to the Elements duo gift set, which includes a wooden wick candle and matching organic hand and body wash. Want to sample the fragrance before you purchase a candle? All of these fragrances (and many more) are also available to purchase in wax melts, from as little as £2.50. *Launches 1st September 2022. Sign up to the website to receive new product notifications and exclusive offers.

Are you feeling like a VIP lately? You should, because you are one! In case you didn't know, every Kind Melts customer is a VIP. The Kind Melts loyalty scheme is our way of saying thank you for your continued custom. All customers are important to us, and we want to make sure that you feel special every time you shop with us. How does the Kind Melts loyalty scheme work? For every £1 you spend with Kind Melts you will receive 2 points, when you reach 500 points you will receive £5 to redeem on your next order. Earn bonus points for sharing Kind Melts website on Facebook and Instagram. Ready to start earning rewards? Just sign into your account and start shopping. It’s that easy! And don’t forget to share with your friends on social media, you could earn even more points that way. Thanks for reading and we hope you enjoy your Kind Melts experience!

24th July 2021 is International self care day, it focuses on the self care promise. It encourages people to make a commitment to their well being. We all know how easy it is to forget about your own self care with todays busy lifestyles, with family or work commitments. I always encourage my own family and friends to take time out to care for themselves and that its ok to do so, you won't be any good to anyone if you burn yourself out. So heres some ideas for a self care makeover.. Go for a walk. One of the simplest things to do to have a positive impact on your mental and physical health. It doesn't have to be a fast pace strenuous walk, just a few minutes outdoors in the fresh air can be of benefit. Sleep. Getting a good nights sleep helps keep your immune system at its best. Switch off those screens, Light a candle, relax in a warm bath salts bath and then hit the sack for some Zzz. Take some time for yourself. Read a book, binge that Netflix series, spend some time pampering yourself, Bake, dance, sing, put your favourite wax melts on .. Do whatever you enjoy doing once a week you deserve some time out. Talk. Humans are naturally sociable and with the recent lockdowns its not surprise many peoples mental health has been affected. Its ok not to be ok, talking is a great way to release some of the stress. Even better than Talking, hug someone! a pet, a friend or family. A hug can give you ( and them) comfort and connect you. Look after your physical health. It doesn't have to be a huge change even committing to drinking more water can benefit you. Maybe you need to go and get that health niggle checked out, eat well or commit to exercise more regularly. Self care is different for everyone, make a start and do one thing on Self care day that is for you!

Spring is here and with it brings new growth, hope and for many a Spring clean! Refresh your living or working space with fresh fragrances as we move away from the cosy nights and winter spice scents. Kind Melts Spring collection brings you beautiful fresh fragrances. Everyone has different tastes and we each sense smells differently so we have tried to add a scent for everyone. Lemongrass & fresh ginger - An invigorating scent, fresh and clean. Zesty lemongrass aroma that is warmed with the stimulating scent of fresh ginger. A fragrance to give you that kick start to the day. Green Fig - The complex scent of fig with its sweet, floral yet green aroma. The woody freshness of eucalyptus with its camphor like scent and fruits and florals. A beautiful fragrance which we're sure will be a very popular one this spring. Earl Grey & Bergamot - Sophisticated and vibrant. The refreshing aroma of Earl grey with a a tart and elegant scent of bergamot and hints of milky, soft sandalwood. A gorgeously bright and clean fragrance. Amber & Lavender - Time to wind down with a relaxing fragrance. The sweet, warm and powdery scent of Amber and clean aromatic lavender is lifted with sparkling citrus and green almond like Tonka. The perfect fragrance to relax and destress to.

Kind Melts wax melts have a melting point of around 40 degrees c. During summer months its important to keep your wax melts out of the heat... or you may end up with a wax splat rather than the beautiful shapes or bars. Follow our wax melts storage tips to get the best from your wax melts. Keep your wax products out of direct sunlight. Store your wax products in a cool place, such as a cupboard or drawer. Has your wax melted in the sunlight ? Don't worry this may not look as good, but it will have very little effect on the fragrance strength. Kind Melts have some gorgeous summer favourites to freshen up your home from Freshly cut grass to sweet and juicy watermelon. Cant decide which scent to try? Drop us a message for some recommendations or visit our social media pages for customer reviews.

With the festive period approaching I wanted to write a short post about the importance of buying CLP compliant products. CLP is a legal requirement in home fragrance products! There are lots of sellers popping up who aren’t compliant with this regulation. Does it really matter? Well yes it matters if you or your family member has a reaction to the product, your child or pet decides to eat a wax melt or some carpet freshener. The CLP label shows any hazards and allergens and also the business contact details should you or a medical professional need to contact them. This should not be confused with a warning label which only gives information on use of the product. This photo shows an example of what you should be looking for in a CLP labelled product, this should be on each individual scent specific to that particular one there is no ‘one label fits all scents’ I have seen seriously dangerous things being put into wax melts and candles, actual cleaning products for example. So please don’t put your own and your family’s health at risk always check for CLP, A legitimate business will happily give you all the information you need. *You can find Kind Melts CLP on each item you receive and before purchase here https://www.kindmelts.co.uk/clp Stay safe and happy shopping!

So you've enjoyed your favourite wax melts now what can you do with the used wax? Instead of just throwing the wax away when you've finished with it why not repurpose it. Here are a few ideas .. Add a bit of luxury to your letters or cards, Melt a small amount of wax and use it as a wax seal on the envelope. You could even get a wax seal stamp to add a personalised touch. Sticky or squeaky drawer or door? Allow the wax to harden and rub a small amount on the hinges or drawer runner to lubricate it. Buy some tea light candle cups and wicks and recycle the wax into your own tealight candles. Due to the possibility of fragrance remaining in the waxmelts these shouldn't be mixed scents or used in your tea light wax warmer. Remember to buy recyclable containers. Got any ideas of your own? Join the Kind Melts community on Facebook and share them with us!

The first thing I notice when going into someone’s home is how it smells. I love home fragrance, I have used wax melts and home fragrance products for years. In 2019 I read an article by The Independent (link to article below) about how some scented candles could be harmful to health and environment, I looked into this further and various articles and research papers confirmed this to be true for some cases. I decided that I would create a kinder home fragrance for my own use. After many months and late nights of research into different types of waxes and fragrance ingredients, I made my first batch... and then I was hooked! I binned my old stash of plastic packaged, paraffin and soy shop-bought melts and started using the ones I had created. I had lots of amazing comments from visitors to my home and family and friends began asking for some for themselves. They kept coming back for more and encouraged me to start a small business so that they could share my products with their friends and families. I spent months perfecting my products and sourcing the best ingredients I could find. I wanted a more environmentally friendly product, which was less harmful to health but still had a fantastic lasting scent. Finally, after testing each product thoroughly and having many moments of wax and fragrance disasters .. I LOVED the outcome... And that's when Kind Melts was created! https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/scented-candles-health-danger-environment-air-pollution-chemicals-a8732436.html

The past few years has been tough for most, and we have all focused a little more on self care. Scented products are a perfect way to transform an area into a more relaxing and calming space. There is a long history in the power of fragrance in providing calm, invoking feelings and memories. Ancient cultures burnt incense for religious rituals which many still do now. Meditation, yoga and aromatherapy are other ways in which people use fragrance for calm and focus. Lavender, sandalwood & Sage are well known to create feelings of calm. Here are our top 5 relaxing fragrances to help you unwind. Tranquillity - Lavender & chamomile beautifully complimented with light citrus notes. Available in both wax melts and bath salts Unwind - Warm honeyed lavender and heather with hints of rose, Uplifting eucalyptus, apple and amber. Available in wax melts and bath salts. Meditate - Drift away with the relaxing scent of Indian Incense. Perfectly combined smoky aroma with geranium, clary sage, ylang ylang, amber and vanilla. Amber & Lavender - A Rich and relaxing fragrance. Sparkling citrus on a heart of lavender entwined with Tonka bean and amber. Water / Serene - Clean, calming and sophisticated. Sage and grapefruit with bergamot and tangerine. The fresh coastal aromas of sea breeze and minerals with a base of amber & cedarwood. Available in wax melts, candle and bath salts.

We often neglect our feet, Considering how much they go through during a day. Stuffed into sweaty shoes, carrying us about, puffy and aching by the end of the day ...they deserve a treat too! Particularly during the summer months when they're on display a lot more. Kind Melts bath salts can also be used as a pampering foot soak leaving your feet feeling great. Foot soaks help with aching, tired feet and soften the hard skin that builds up on our feet (especially prone in the heal area). Soaking feet in warm water also helps with circulation and reducing inflammation. The Magnesium Sulphate and pink Himalayan salts contained in our bath salts work with pain and aching muscles and help pull out impurities and exfoliate the feet. So now to decide which one to choose For a relaxing foot soak then why not try Tranquillity or Unwind, with the scent of lavender in each these are ideal for a calming and relaxing spa type foot soak. For a pampered perfumed aroma maybe Indulgence or Vivacious will be your choice of soak with their gorgeous fragrances . Pampering with a partner or prefer a less feminine scented soak, Then you could use Revive or Serene with their fresh and invigorating fragrance. For an invigorating, rejuvenating soak then Awaken would be perfect containing aloe vera leaf powder which is known to be an anti inflammatory, soothing and calming to the skin and has Antiseptic and antibacterial properties, acting against a number of different bacteria and fungi. For a soothing moisturising soak then Soothe is the one! A soothing blend of salts with coconut milk which is packed with nutrients like potassium, folate, and vitamins C, E, and B. Honey powder which is said to be a natural antiseptic due to its tendency to absorb the life-sustaining moisture from bacterial cell walls, Great for sweating feet! Honey also attracts the dirt from skin pores and dead skin cells from the surface of the skin and it is said to be a natural skin cleanser and softener.... And if it couldn't get any better then it also contains oat powder which is very soothing to stressed, blemished and irritated skin and can also help to relieve dry and itchy skin. How do you use a foot soak? The great thing about a foot soak is you don't need a bath or any special equipment, just add a few scoops of Kind Melts salts into a bowl of warm water and pop your feet in and relax for 10-20 minutes. After drying your feet well, Exfoliate and rub a moisturising cream into your for a truly spa like experience. * As with all types of foot soaks if you have a medical condition and are unsure whether or not these are suitable consult your doctor before using. Do not use on broken skin and if irritation occurs discontinue use.

We're all for repurposing and reusing what we can, to cut down on waste. Here at Kind Melts we reuse candle containers when conducting wick testing before putting them to use in other ways. Before upcycling your container, you'll need to get it prepared. There are a few quick and easy ways to remove the left over wax and wick. Warm the left over wax with a hairdryer on a gentle heat or place onto the radiator when switched on. This will loosen the wax and allow it to be easily pulled out or scooped out with a plastic or wooden spoon. Be careful not to have the hairdryer on high or the wax could splatter. The wick and wick sustainer ( holder) will come out with a bit of a tug. Place some warm water into a deep dish/ bowl then carefully place the candle container to sit in this for 20 minutes or so this will melt the wax around the container edges and allow you to remove it. Place the container into a cold place, outdoors or even the fridge in a bag ( away from food items) for a short time. This will cause the wax to shrink a little from the container, use some pliers to hold the wick and pull it should easily pop the whole of the wax and wick out. Use a wooden or plastic spoon to scoop out the remaining wax them simply give the wick a pull to remove. Discard the wax in the general rubbish do not attempt to wash this down the drains as this will cause a blockage. Once you have removed the wax and wick give inside the jar a wipe down, if any wax remains simply stand the container in warm water till the wax becomes liquid and wipe clean. Once all wax is removed wash the container in warm soapy water and rinse. If you would like to remove the candle label heating this with a hairdryer will soften the adhesive and enable you to peel it off easily. Now lets get to ways to upcycle your container. 1. Tea light & votive candle holders The coloured glass jars look beautiful with the flicker of a flame inside. You could even use a LED candle if you have them. 2. Plant pots Candle containers look great as small plant pots. Place some small stones in the bottom of the container to help with drainage and then add your plant. 3. Decorative lights Add some string fairy lights into the container as use as a decorative accessory. You could add other items too such as glass pebbles to add to the sparkle. The green candle glasses would look fab in the garden on a summers evening. 4. Bathroom Organisers Use the glass jars as containers for organising the bathroom. A perfect place to store your hair ties, toothbrushes etc. 5. Beauty storage Tidy up your make up station and use to store your beauty items they're a great size to store lipsticks and beauty brushes. Many of us have a million and one hair grips that we can never find so use a candle container to keep them handy in one place. 6. Desk tidy Keep your desk area organised and use the candle containers to store your paperclips, as a pen pot or to keep your memory cards. 7. Vase Add a small floral arrangement and use as a vase. You could also use it to grow cuttings of your favourite plants. 8. Gift them Use the container to gift items to someone, you could add wrapped sweets and chocolates inside or a succulent. If you're artistic you could design a sticker to print off to add a personal touch or decorate with paints. 9. Change jar Do you have spare coins lying around? Use the container as a change jar to keep your coins in one place. 10. Store your candle matches Keep your candle matches in a handy container to compliment your candle. Not forgetting candle tins.. The candle tins are so handy for storage, theres no worry of them breaking and they also stack. 11. Shed storage Keep nails, screws and small items handy in the tins and then stack them to save space. You could even label them to make it easy to locate what you're looking for. 12. Craft pots Store your childs or your own craft items in the tins. Being lidded they are ideal for keeping glitters, play doughs, buttons etc and stack them neatly away till next time. Alternatively you can pour paint in from larger containers for handy paint pots, the lid should keep the paint from drying up till the next use. The List is endless on how you can upcycle the containers. We'd love to see if you have upcycled your Kind Melts container! Visit Feel at home with Kind Melts community on Facebook and share your ideas with us.