Hand wash. It’s a staple in pretty much everyone’s home, but more often than not we don’t really think twice about it. Hand hygiene is a necessity any time of the year, though especially in the current circumstances, ensuring you’re taking proper care to wash your hands thoroughly has never been more important.

Of course, who wants to stay with dry, cracked hands that remind you of the Sahara Desert? This is why choosing a hand wash that treats your hands with hydration while cleansing all those nasty germs away is exactly what you need in your bathroom or kitchen.

We’ll be honest, we love anything that has to do with fragrance and the home so we thought why not? Let’s design a range of luxury hand wash that we’d want in our own homes and that’s exactly what we did.

Pink Fizz Pomelo

Luxury Hand Wash

Deeply purifying and rejuvenating your hands, our Pink Fizz Pomelo hand wash will melt away after use giving your hands the perfect combination of cleansing and moisturisation. This gentle liquid soap has the refreshing scent of sparkling fizz, sweet grapefruit, Brazilian orange and pink pomelo.

Even better, this hand wash is Paraben-free, cruelty-free and vegan.

Sweet Black Raspberry

Luxury Hand Wash

Enriching and softening, our Sweet Black Raspberry hand wash melts away after use, leaving your hands cleansed, moisturised and smooth. This delightful liquid soap has a deliciously sweet scent of black raspberries to tantalise your senses and leaving your hands oh so yummy! (Please don’t eat it though, or your hands).

Even better, this hand wash is Paraben-free, cruelty-free and vegan.

Add a luxury staple to your hand washing routine and prepare for an elevated experience you’ll keep coming back for to put in every sink space in your home. With these two delicious scents and fun designs, it’s the perfect accent piece (yes, we know it’s soap) to go along with any décor.

Let us know in the comments which one is your favourite!  

**Proper hand-washing advice: You should wash your hands for the amount of time it takes to sing “Happy Birthday” twice (around 20 seconds) thoroughly, between all fingers and under your fingernails.**

Working from home can be a dream but oftentimes can turn into a nightmare when distractions such as your barking dog, crying kid or annoyingly noisy neighbour present themselves. Finding the perfect balance is important, to keep both your productivity intact and if we’re honest, your sanity.

We’ve listed our team’s top 10 tips for working at your best, even from the comfort of home.

1. Ditch the PJ’s (you’ll thank us later).

Yes, we know it’s tempting to roll out of bed and stay in your fluffy PJ’s but take it from us don’t fall for the trap. There’s a reason why you feel so cuddly and relaxed in PJ’s, they’re made for exactly that! Even if you have a job where you don’t need to video conference with anyone, we’d recommend putting on at least a pair of comfier trousers and a normal blouse/shirt. It will help you to be more focused as you won’t be feeling like it’s still bedtime.

2. Get rid of distractions.

It’s hard to focus when you’re working from home, especially if you have a partner or kids around. If possible, try to make a designated area in your house where no one else dares enter, it’ll be just for you and your work. Keep it as minimal as your office space normally is, the fewer objects cluttering about, the better.  In truth, you don’t need more than the bare essentials, your computer, notebook and whatever else your job requires.

3. Keep to a normal schedule.

It may seem funny to say but the reality is, you might be tempted to keep working long after your hours have ended. A problem you couldn’t seem to rectify during the day? What would you do in any normal situation at your job? There’s always tomorrow. This is not about not being the most dedicated employee, this is about your work time and personal time being separate, keeping as much normalcy as possible so you don’t get overwhelmed.  

4. Plan your day.

Organisation is a key to productivity. Keep a journal or visible calendar with everything you need to get accomplished in that day and down the line. Important deadlines should be marked out and a bullet point page with your daily tasks is a useful way to keep on track. You can even download a task management system like Asana or Trello, both of which are free for individual use if you’re not the type to keep a written record.

5. Take a break.

It’s easy to get into a routine of skipping your break, especially when you’re plopped down in front of the computer. Take time out of your day to get up for at least 10-15 minutes, stretch and move around. If need be, don’t eat in front of the computer, have your lunch in another part of the house or even out in your garden (unless the weather’s bad). Breaking up your work schedule will help you refresh and be more ready to go the rest of the day.

6. Listen to inspiring tunes.

Music is a great motivator, it’s been proven to improve the mood and help retain focus. If you feel yourself slipping into a slump, plug into your favourite kick-butt playlist and get cracking. Often times, abstract sounds pull the attention and when you have kids running the halls or your noisy neighbour mowing his lawn in the middle of the day, your mind can be pulled from thinking about what’s important, to how annoying the noises are. Trust us, we know.

7.  Stay in touch.

Working from home is a big deal for most companies and it doesn’t go without saying, trust goes a long way. Keeping regular contact with your colleagues and managers is important, inform them when you’ve begun work and your progress on any projects, even if they just involve only you. Talk as a community, be open with your colleagues and offer your assistance in case there’s anything they can’t fit into their schedule.

8. Eat a balanced diet.

 Who doesn’t love snacking? The biggest downfall in working from home is the tendency to overeat. You get hungry, grab yourself a bag of chips and before you know it, the bag is empty and you’re feeling more bloated and sluggish than ever. If you feel the need to snack, prep yourself an arsenal of healthy treats like celery and peanut butter, fruit bars or granola. Yes, it’s not for everyone, but combine consistent overeating with stagnant seating all day long and you’re looking at a recipe for a decrease in mood and increase in weight gain.

9. Keep your personal life & work separate.

Most people won’t jump at the chance to share their personal numbers or details with colleagues. If your group doesn’t have it already, set yourself up with a special phone number, Skype or Microsoft Teams account which you can use to effectively communicate without needing to divulge the digits. Who wants their phone blowing up with work-related stuff anyways

10. Say no to Social Media.

It’s tempting to just mess around online, scrolling through the endless feeds of memes and videos instead of focusing on what you need to get done. You can’t really rid yourself entirely of Social Media but make a point to make it as inaccessible as possible. Remove any links from your browser shortcuts and log out of all your accounts, that way, you’ll have to go through even more trouble to access them. If need be, use an incognito browser so you don’t get any links popping up.

As we say, working from home has its good points and its bad ones but if you’re able to be as productive, if not more than you would be in your normal working environment, then you’ll be all set. We hope you will find our tips useful and we’d love to hear how you stay focused while working from home in the comments.

Each of us must confront our own fears, must come face to face with them. How we handle our fears will determine where we go with the rest of our lives.  -Judy Blume

We will be honest, it was difficult for us to find the right words when writing this post, though we felt as a team that it was best to address the matter head on and share our feelings about the current world situation.

It isn’t a secret that the Coronavirus has had an impact on our communities and while we would like to simply act as though it wasn’t something serious, we’d be remiss to ignore what is going on even in our own backyards.

As a close-knit team of staff and Directors, we are taking the necessary precautions we need to, protecting ourselves and our families in these uncertain times. We believe that we have a very special group of people who are dedicated to remaining positive, even in impossible situations.

We also believe in the importance of staying strong as a community and doing our part to help those around us, especially our staff and brand Ambassadors.  This is why we’ve decided to increase our Ambassadors’ commission rates to 25% for the month of April as our way of supporting the people who matter to our company. We have also increased the monthly pay to twice a month, hopefully easing which is otherwise a stressful time for everyone.

Our hearts are with everyone who has been affected by this and we would like to say that we, together can make it through. You are continuing to make our journey possible and we offer our sincere thanks from the bottom of our hearts.

Have you ever wondered how your beloved Imperial Candle was made? We’re giving you a behind-the-scenes, insider scoop on our process and how we transform natural soy wax and fine fragrance oils into a one of a kind scented candle experience.

Why Soy wax?

We place a high value on the health of our customers, along with the impact we have on the environment. This is why we chose to use natural soy wax as it burns cleaner and longer than traditional Paraffin wax. Many people don’t know that Paraffin wax derives from petroleum, yuck!

The wicks.

Standard candles usually contain only 1 wick, which often results in an effect we call tunnelling. Our handmade scented candles have instead been designed with 2 cotton wicks, allowing the candle to burn better, all the way around.

The process.

Candle making is definitely not rocket science, but it isn’t so simple either. Our incredible team have perfected the craft and handmake every Imperial Candle right out of our small factory in the UK using lots of love and care.

We start off by melting our signature wax shavings in a traditional wax tank (funny note: plain wax also has a lovely fragrance of its own). After the wax has completely melted, our team will measure out the perfect amount and combine it with the fine fragrance oil it needs.

The wax will then be poured in glass jars which contain the cotton wicks and surprise jewel inside. The highly scented candles will then be left to cure overnight to be labelled by hand in the morning.

Did we mention that our products are also vegan friendly and 100% cruelty free?

The surprise.

We like the idea of giving back to our customers and offering an exciting experience they can share with their family and friends. That’s why you’ll discover a hidden surprise jewel made from either 925 Sterling Silver or Yellow/White Gold inside all of our handmade goodies.

It’s really our love for fragrance that keeps us innovating and if you enjoy a flameless experience, we also have a delightful selection of handmade soy wax melts. Not only that but you can also have an out of this world bath-time with our collection of bath bombs, each containing a jewellery surprise.

We’re truly passionate about what we do and hope you enjoyed this little peek into how we create scented magic for you to fall in love with.

‘A mother is your first friend, your best friend, your forever friend.’  – Unknown

Whether you’re looking for scented candles, handmade bath bombs or gift sets, our Mother’s Day gift guide has got you covered. Say goodbye to the stress of searching for that perfect gift.

Celebrate the superwoman in your life, new Mum, mother or grandmother and say ‘thank you’ for everything they do with an unforgettable experience. Speak from the heart and make them feel as special as they truly are.

Check out our top 10 picks to make sure you tick all the boxes for one of the most important days of the year.

Love You Mum – Jewellery Candle

Peony Blush – Gold Edition Jewellery Candle

I Love You – Jewellery Candle

Love Story – Jewellery Candle

Strawberry Rhubarb – Jewellery Candle

Love – Jewellery Candle

Mademoiselle – Jewel Bath Bomb

Ritual – Jewel Bath Bomb

Popping Candy – Jewel Bath Bomb

Secret Maze of Colour – Gift Set

Dragons, a crown and a throne. Three symbols of power and beauty.

Like many others, our team have a slight obsession with the world of ‘Game of Thrones’ and spent many hours dreaming up an incredible product inspired by one of the most iconic locations in the GoT franchise.

Piles of sketches and cramped hands later, our exclusive new candle ‘Bay of Dragons’ was born. Housed in a luxurious black jar, the team give a nod to the leader of the pack, Drogon with Viserion and Rhaegal circling around a gorgeous red and silver label.

Wishing to evoke the essence of the ocean, our team carefully selected a signature fragrance blending delicate blossoms and musk to make you feel like royalty in your own home.

Ready to become the Queen of Dragons? We’ve given you the special chance to look stylish while ascending the throne by winning an Officially Licensed ‘Game of Thrones’ necklace inside your candle.   

**Lucky winners will reveal a Golden Ticket wrapped along with their jewel.**

1. Tell us a bit about yourself 😎

Hey, my name’s Amy and I joined Imperial Candles in September 2016. I’m currently a Pink Diamond Ambassador and I was the first rep to achieve this status, having sold in excess of £90,000 worth of products.

2. How did your journey start with Imperial Candles? 🌈

My motivation and why I became an Imperial Ambassador is my son, Bradley. He hadn’t long relapsed with a rare form of Cancer which has left me unable to work a normal day-to-day job, as I’m at hospital at least 3 times a week with him.

3. How has becoming an Ambassador helped you? 💎

Being an Imperial Ambassador has helped me get by financially and has also enabled me to make many special memories with my family (including a recent trip to Lapland).

In my spare time, I work tirelessly to raise funds for charities close to my heart including Chestnut Tree House, Clic and many other children’s cancer charities. In October, I abseiled 190 feet down the tower of Arundel Castle, raising nearly £400 for Chestnut Tree House. I often donate a proportion of my commissions to charity; for example, during September which was Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

5. What are your favourite Imperial Candles product? 💜

My top 3 favourite products are Black Coconut Classic Candle, Fairy Dust Bath Bomb and Melty Box because I like the variety.

For more amazing products, please visit my Ambassador store: www.imperialcandles.co.uk/store/amy-candles

I take great care in my customers’ needs and I’m always on hand to help. I also give back to my customers by doing freebies every month including a FREE end of month Bingo for at least 3 winners.

Join the fun on my Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/426817544362414/

Thank you, Imperial Candles, for making some things that could have been impossible, possible ❤️