THE CHIJI BLOG

There is no doubt that candles can really brighten up both the home and the heart. The soft flickering of a candle sitting on the hearth is relaxing on an almost spiritual level. But did you know there is a way to go even deeper than that? CHIJI has developed a unique way of utilizing all the magic of candles to help calm your soul. Our crystal energy candles are also useful as chakra candles, so let’s go deeper into the whats, whys, and hows. Chakra 101 To learn how chakra candles work and what you can do with them,...

Self-care is one of the most important ways that you can maintain your mental health, especially in the world today. Life has a tendency to wear you down, so taking care of yourself can help to keep you happy, healthy, and safe. Sheet masks are a great, easy way to do that. CHIJI has some tips for making the best of your sheet mask and other ways to make sure that you’re meeting your own needs. What Are Sheet Masks? If you haven’t heard of sheet masks before, prepare to have your mind blown. Instead of having to slather messy...

Whether you are moving into your first home or you’ve moved so many times that you’ve lost count, there’s nothing quite like being able to fill a blank space with home decor that not only makes you happy but matches your vibe. However, you don’t want to break the bank while you do it.  Luckily, CHIJI is here with some helpful tips so that you can create your own unique, personal space while using affordable home decor. Claim your space without spending all of your money. Consider Changing Up Your Color Scheme If you’ve ever been in a home that...

Finding the right birthday gift is a great way to show that unique person in your life that you “get” them. It can be hard to feel like you’re different than the people around you, and can often make you feel left out or hyperaware. When you give the right gift, you’re not just giving them something physical; you’re also giving them a feeling of being understood and accepting for the unique, special person that they are.  CHIJI would love to help you with a variety of different gifts that anyone who is just a little bit different would love...

If your life has been feeling like it's trending toward the negative, you may be looking for ways to increase your good vibes and positivity. Negativity can feel like a dark cloud, following you around and raining on your parade even though everyone else around you is staying dry, which is why CHIJI wants to help.  We’ve created a list of the crystals that are known for their positivity, as well as ways that you can use them to help you break out of your funk. Crystals For Positivity Positivity, and good vibes in general is something that not even...

Who couldn’t use a little more luck in their life? Whether you are about to start looking for new job opportunities, starting a new relationship, or moving to a new place, a little extra luck is never a bad thing to have.  While some people rely on lucky rabbits' feet or four leaf clovers, crystals are an even better (and more humane) option to help promote good luck and fend off bad vibes.  CHIJI has compiled a list for you, full of information about what crystals are best for good luck and how to use them appropriately. Good luck to...

If you have someone on your list that tends to be more focused on everyone else, it can be hard to find the right gift. Likely, they aren’t any help either. The more giving-over-receiving types among us tend to respond to questions about what they want with “I don’t need anything,” or “Don’t get me anything.”  When you want to do something nice for them, while also respecting their wishes, it’s tough to find the right balance. CHIJI has all of the help, tips, and suggestions that you’ll need to find them a unique gift that gives back. What To...

One of the reasons we founded CHIJI was to help provide you with products that can remind you of how important it is to prioritize your own self care. No matter what your self care routine looks like, making sure that you set aside time for yourself, both mentally and physically, is absolutely essential.  Jade face rollers are one of our favorite self care tools because their results are not only visible, but also helpful to both create and maintain positive self esteem.  Jade Facial Roller Basics First and foremost, let’s talk about facial rollers.  The basic anatomy of a...

Most people are aware of at least the idea of self care, time that is set aside strictly to take care of your own needs (both mentally and physically).  What they might not be aware of is the importance of practicing good self care, and the impact that it can have on your life if you choose to ignore your needs in favor of taking care of everyone else’s.  One of the best ways that you can begin to prioritize yourself and make sure that you are acting from a healthy place is to create a self care plan. CHIJI...

Self care tends to get overlooked, especially by people with busy lives. When we get focused on our jobs and our relationships, which is a necessary part of living a successful life, the unfortunate side effect is that we tend to neglect ourselves.  In society, those people are the ones who get most vocally praised for being dedicated, but at what cost does that dedication come?  CHIJI has based our entire business philosophy on the importance of self care. If you’re still unsure of why it is so important, and how you can be better at practicing it, we hope...

Of the many crystals that are out there, few are as misunderstood as rose quartz. The stone often gets written off as only being good for matters of the heart, but it has so many more positive benefits than just that.  In fact, those of us here at CHIJI believe in the power of rose quartz so much that we featured it in one of our crystal energy candles.  So, what exactly is rose quartz good for and how can you best use it? The Physical and Chemical Properties of Rose Quartz Rose quartz, known chemically as Si02, is one...

After you’ve decided to purchase a face roller, your next decision will be what stone you’d like to choose to help amplify its benefits. With so many different stones on the market, it’s likely to be a difficult choice to make. How can you possibly choose?  To help you out, the staff at CHIJI has broken down two of the most popular choices out there: jade and rose quartz. How do they differ, and what is the best choice for your needs?  Why You Should Purchase A Facial Roller Face rollers may sound like a new trend, but they can...