Litha Collection – Lemon & Orange Natural Candles, Soap & Beard Care

The Litha Collection is Brigid Trading Company's full line of lemon and orange scented products; a candle, soap, beard care, and home fragrance, all built on a single blend of lemon, sweet orange, ylang ylang, and myrtle.

We chose its scent to match the Summer Solstice: bright lemon and sweet orange for the cleansing freshness of summer fruit, ylang ylang for warmth and bloom, myrtle for the green, clean breath underneath. Citrus-forward without turning sweet, it lands luxuriously like the bright summer sun on your skin.

• Scent: Lemon, sweet orange, ylang ylang, myrtle; bright citrus, lightly floral
• Made: Handcrafted in small batches in Kitsap County, Washington
• Free of: Parabens, phthalates, plastics

Fragrance Notes

• Lemon – Bright, zesty, and uplifting with a clean, crisp citrus aroma that energizes the senses
• Ylang Ylang – Exotic, floral, and slightly sweet with a rich, heady scent that adds depth and sensuality
• Sweet Orange – Juicy, cheerful, and vibrant with a fresh, tangy citrus fragrance that evokes warmth and happiness
• Myrtle – Green, herbal, and subtly sweet with a clean, fresh aroma reminiscent of Mediterranean gardens

What Is Litha?

Litha, also known as the Summer Solstice, is celebrated around the world as the longest day of the year—a moment when the sun reigns at its peak and the earth is alive with abundance. Fields are lush, gardens are overflowing, and the air itself seems to hum with energy. This ancient festival honors the fullness of summer and the power of the sun, a time when crops flourish, trees grow heavy with fruit, and nature bursts into vibrant life. Many cultures have their own names and traditions for Litha, but at its heart, it’s a universal celebration of light, warmth, and the richness of the season.

Yet Litha is also a reminder of the turning wheel of the year. After the Solstice, daylight slowly wanes, guiding us toward the cooler months ahead. To honor both abundance and impermanence, communities have long celebrated Litha with feasting and fire. Gathering with friends to cook a meal using fresh, local produce is a beautiful way to mark the day and ground yourself in the season’s energy. As the sun begins to set, lighting a bonfire or candles symbolizes holding the light as darkness grows—a timeless ritual of gratitude, reflection, and connection to the cycles of nature.

Want to know more? Check out our blog post, Litha: The Ancient Celebration of the Summer Solstice.

FAQ

• What does the Litha scent smell like? A bright citrus blend led by lemon and sweet orange, softened with floral ylang ylang and clean, herbal myrtle. Citrus-forward without being sweet.
• What is Litha? The Celtic name for the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year, celebrated between June 19 and 22. Also called Midsummer.
• Are these products natural? Yes. Everything in the collection is handcrafted in small batches and made without parabens, phthalates, or plastics.
• Is the Litha Collection a good gift? Yes! The shared scent across candle, soap, beard care, and home fragrance makes it easy to build a gift set, and it's especially fitting for the Summer Solstice and for the bearded.

About Brigid Trading Company

Brigid Trading Company is a two-person company in Kitsap County, Washington. We handcraft everything we sell, from out soy wax candles, natural lotions, and hand-milled and goat milk soap, to our beard oil, lip balm, and home fragrances, in small batches, using fragrance and essential oils and ingredients free of parabens, phthalates, and plastics. We ship across the US and offer free local delivery in Kitsap County. If you ever have a problem with an order, reach out. We'll make it right.