THE CHIJI BLOG

If you’re moving into a new home or just wanting to change up your interior decor, you’re likely looking for ways to make your home feel and look more unique. Choosing unique home decor can help you really finish your home and can take it from a blank canvas into a space that just screams “you.”  We’re here to help with that with some ideas that combine self care with home care, for a home environment that is both as mental and physically comfortable as it should be. To Begin… While many people choose to put their home together in...

For many of us, self-care includes a focus on skin care. Our skin is our largest organ, so taking care of it is just as important as any other health and wellness self-care that we practice. Part of those practices often include face masks. There are many benefits of masking, but can you do it too much? What Is The Skin, Exactly? Our skin is made up of multiple different components - proteins, lipids, water, minerals, and chemicals. It is composed of a few different layers: The stratum corneum - This is the very outer layer of the skin, the...

Essential oils are so much more than just a way to practice aromatherapy. Holistic ways to increase whole body wellness are becoming more popular as people look to increase their self care and well-being naturally.  But do they actually work? And how can you best use them? Learning a little bit more about essential oils can help you decide if they are right for you. What Are Essential Oils? Essential oils are an extract obtained from either a whole plant or parts of the plant like its flower, seeds, or roots (that is believed to have beneficial properties for either...

Plush blankets are universal… everyone loves them! That’s why we made the decision to make our own, because we very strongly believe that they play a very important role in self care.  Even if you don’t end up buying one through us, we’d like to help you pick one that will bring you the biggest amount of joy, comfort, and love possible. You deserve it.  Why Everyone Needs a Plush Blanket Close your eyes and think back to your childhood for a moment. Try to remember your favorite, most relaxed times. Maybe that was Saturday morning cartoons, sitting on the...

Have you ever seen a crystal and just felt like it called to you? Or have you heard stories from your friends about the ways that crystals have helped them but been unsure what they mean or how to get started using them?  Here at Chiji, we believe that knowledge is power, so we’re here to provide you with a crystal guide for beginners, so that you can get started using these powerful tools safely and correctly. What Are Crystals? Let’s start at the very beginning. What exactly is a crystal? On a technical level, crystals are simply a collection...

Crystal candles are one of the best ways to combine all of the best parts of both crystals and candles into one amazing product. Both are amazing for self-care, as well as helping to create an environment as free of stress as humanly possible.  Utilizing crystal candles appropriately can help start a major shift in how you approach life. The Benefits Of Candles Candles are one of the best, most inexpensive ways to practice self-care. If you really stop and think about it, candles have been around almost as long as humans have. They’ve been a literal guiding light for...

Health and wellness are tied together, just like peanut butter and jelly. Both are essential to taking care of yourself, not only from a self care perspective but in a holistic way as well.  While there are differences between the two concepts, both are a way for everyone to learn ways to be happier and more satisfied with their lives.  Understanding how best to focus on each concept can help you learn to better take care of every aspect of what makes you the person that you are… a unique, amazing individual worthy of love and self care. Health Health,...

Body scrubs are an amazing way to keep your body soft and moisturized easily and (usually) inexpensively. Since baths are one of the best ways to take care of both your body and your mind, any product that makes them more relaxing and beneficial is a win in our books!  That’s why we’ve created this step by step guide to exactly how to use body scrubs, and what makes them so wonderful. The Benefits of Body Scrubs Before we get into how to use body scrubs, why should you even use them in the first place? The number one benefit...

Essential oils are an excellent way to enhance your health, beauty, and well-being. They also are the perfect tool to include in any self care routine, as there are plenty of options, each best for a specific usage.  If you’re looking for a way to boost your skin routine through the use of essential oils, jasmine may be just the place to start.  Where Does Jasmine Essential Oil Come From? Before getting into how to use jasmine essential oil to help boost your skin, it’s important to learn more about where it comes from and how it gets from there...

In the neverending quest for new ways to practice self-care, people often feel like they’re being bombarded with products and suggestions for self improvement. Many of these products are expensive and seem like they’re mostly just hype.  Instead of investing in things that may or may not work, especially now when we’re all trying to be as smart with our money as possible, it makes sense to stick with products that have proven benefits.  We believe in self love and good vibes only, which is why we only choose to make products that we personally use and believe in, like...

Where would any of us be without our mother? Not only did she literally give you life, she also is your best friend, confidant, and favorite shopping partner. When it comes to giving her a gift for Mother’s Day, you want to make sure it’s as special as she is.  Because we believe that every mom deserves the best, we’re here with a list of Mother’s Day gift ideas as amazing as she is.  Candles, With A Twist Candles are usually one of the first go to gift ideas, not just for mom but for almost anyone. They come in...

There’s no subtle way of saying this… the world seems to be absolutely full of negativity right now. It can be hard to keep your own energy aligned when surrounded by so much darkness.  Healing crystals are a great way to keep your vibes high in a time where it seems like everything is trying to drag you back down.  What is Crystal Healing? Crystal healing is a type of vibrational medicine. The belief is that crystals have inherent healing and spiritual qualities. Each crystal has its own special properties, based on its color, texture, shape, and type, and is...