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How do they Celebrate Christmas in Hawaii?

How do they Celebrate Christmas in Hawaii?

At this time of the year, Christmas is most likely on the minds of people. And with this holiday, we usually associate it with the winter season. F...

Mementos from Maui: The Perfect Way to Remember Your Tropical Vacation

If you've ever been to Maui, you know that it's a place unlike any other. Maui is a tropical paradise that's full of natural beauty, adventure, and...

Hawaii Soap: Benefits, Uses, and Reviews

Island Essence Hawaii Soap is a perfect choice whether you’re looking for a luxurious indulgence or a natural and gentle soap. The natural ingredie...

An Aromatic Treat: Hawaiian Lavender Lotion

Soaking in a hot bath with the sweet scent of lavender filling the air is an experience unlike any other. But why settle for just any lavender scen...

Hawaii Body Lotions: Fragrances Inspired by the Islands

Hawaii is known for its tropical beauty, and there's no better way to indulge in the scents of the islands than with a Hawaii body lotion. These lu...

Fragrance Highlight: Pikake

Pikake is a beautiful white flower native to Hawaii, known for its sweet and floral fragrance. Princess Kaiulani loved Pikake so much that the Hawa...

What to Buy in Hawaii

When you think of Hawaii, you might picture crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches, and breathtaking sunsets. But there's more to the islands th...

Scent Highlight: Hawaiian Plumeria

The scent of plumeria, also known as frangipani, is a hallmark of Hawaii. Because of its fragrance and beauty, the plumeria is one of the more popu...

Where to Buy Local Hawaiian Gifts

If you're looking for where to buy local Hawaiian gifts for a loved one, friend, or colleague, why not consider something from Island Essence? Hawa...

Nourishing Kukui Oil from Hawaii

Kukui oil from Hawaii is a precious and luxurious oil that has been used for centuries for its nourishing and healing properties. Made from the ker...

Unique Gifts from Hawaii

What’s better than giving a little bit of paradise? Although finding that perfect unique gift from Hawaii can be a challenge, with a little inspira...

Island Essence's Vintage Collection

Island Essence is a local company in Hawaii dedicated to sharing the best of paradise through their aloha and their wide variety of high-quality pr...

The Artist Gill and the Island Essence Vintage Line

In 2001 Island Essence created the Tropical Elegance Body and Spa line, and the owners purchased some of Gill’s work for their labels. Created by t...