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Using Jagua Blue Extract In Your Recipes

June 5, 2022 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

The Jagua extract is obtained from Jagua (Genipa Americana), an edible fruit native to Colombia’s tropical forests. The search for natural food colors has hit the jackpot with this natural blue dye. This natural blue dye is already being used in food in the US and is often listed as “fruit Juice” colorant rather than Jagua Dye.

So what does this mean for DIY crafters? Finally, a stable and natural blue colorant that can be used to make soap, bath bombs, lotions and more.

Jagua Blue Powder is still quite hard to find, here is one supply on Amazon, but it is mixed with citric acid.  You can mostly find Jagua blue in gel form as it is commonly used for blue fake tattoos and henna designs.

When I used the dye, I added it to my liquid first to make the color liquid, You could experiment with adding the powder directly or even using the gels.

Here is a recipe on Brambleberry using the Jagua Blue powder in bath bombs.

This recipe is for Sea Sponge melt and pour soap using Jagua Powder and this one for Cold Process soap. and this stunning tutorial for Coastal Rain Soap.

This video tutorial shows you how to make Jagua gel with the powder, it is a great tutorial if you plan to make a gel to use in your soaps.

 

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Have you read?

Book Review: The Green Witch: Your Complete Guide to the Natural Magic of Herbs, Flowers, Essential Oils, and More

If you’ve ever felt a pull toward the forest, found calm in a cup of chamomile tea, or found yourself talking to your houseplants (guilty!), then The Green Witch might just be your next spiritual companion. This beautifully written book by Arin Murphy-Hiscock is more than just a guide—it’s an invitation to slow down, listen to nature, and discover the quiet, grounded path of green witchcraft.

An Earthy Embrace for Beginners and Seasoned Witches Alike
Unlike some books that lean heavily into spellwork or ceremony, The Green Witch takes a more intuitive and nurturing approach. It celebrates the everyday magic in gardening, cooking, aromatherapy, and even just observing the natural cycles around you. It’s less about memorizing rituals and more about developing a personal relationship with nature.

This makes it a particularly great fit for women who are ready to explore spiritual growth without needing an altar full of tools or a deep dive into Wiccan tradition. It’s also a gentle way in for those of us in midlife who are reconnecting with our intuition, looking to slow down, or simply feeling called to something more rooted.

What You’ll Find Inside

  • Herbal profiles and magical uses for common plants (nothing too obscure!)

  • Seasonal rituals and daily practices

  • Ideas for working with essential oils, crystals, and the elements

  • A strong emphasis on personal empowerment and quiet observation

There’s also a beautiful message woven throughout the book: you are enough, your intuition is valid, and your connection with nature is sacred—no fancy robes or Latin chants required.

Murphy-Hiscock writes with clarity and compassion. There’s no gatekeeping or judgment here, just encouragement to walk your own path and trust your instincts. It’s like having a wise forest-dwelling aunt whispering in your ear, “You already know how to do this. Just listen.”

This book won’t turn you into a cauldron-stirring spellcaster overnight—but that’s exactly why I loved it. It’s practical, peaceful, and deeply feminine in its wisdom. Perfect for your bedside table, your garden tote, or wrapped in a soft cloth and tucked into your daily basket of herbs.

Highly recommended for:

  • Women craving spiritual connection through nature

  • Beginner witches or solitary practitioners

  • Crafty souls who already make their own teas, salves, or garden beds

  • Anyone looking for a little more magic in the everyday

The Green Witch is a soft, steady light on the path. And for many of us, that’s exactly the kind of magic we need.

 

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