Where in the Home Can Aromatherapy Candles Be Used, and How to Choose Fragrances?
The home is a private sanctuary, and indoor fragrances exist solely to please oneself. The aroma that fills the air whispers quietly between the walls. If perfume is an external label placed upon you by the world, leaving impressions on others, then indoor fragrances are more like a scented palace we create for ourselves, meant to delight our own senses. A well-designed home environment wouldn’t be complete without this essential element. Lighting a candle or opening a bottle of flameless fragrance is the most relaxing moment of the day when you enjoy solitary communion with your thoughts. —Excerpt from SoFigaro Weekly
When selecting aromatherapy candles, the first consideration should be the season and mood. Choose floral scents for spring and fruity scents for summer. If you have important tasks to complete or are feeling overwhelmed and need a burst of positivity, candles with lemongrass scent are an excellent choice.
To fully savor the wonders brought by aromatherapy candles, considering the season and your mood is just the beginning. In addition to these factors, you can impart a unique personality to each room using candles with different fragrances.
—Kitchen and Dining Room:
The kitchen and dining room are areas where various smells mingle, making it best to use candles with scents inspired by delicious food. For instance, candles with thyme and basil scents or fresh apple, cucumber, pear, and similar fragrances are ideal.
—Living Room:
The living room is the most vibrant area of the house, where friends gather and television is watched. Therefore, the choice of candle scents for the living room should align with its purpose. For daily use, fresh floral scents like rose and peony are suitable. Sandalwood’s earthy aroma creates a leisurely atmosphere, while fragrances with a touch of grass and soil provide a natural vibe. If you’re hosting friends, wild berry or passion fruit scents that enhance the pleasant atmosphere are the most popular choices.
—Bathroom:
To rid the bathroom of unpleasant odors, candles with scents that make you feel like you’re in a refreshing breeze are ideal. Consider fresh laundry scents or cool oceanic fragrances. Fresh and invigorating woody or citrus scents like fir forest, lemon, lime, grapefruit, yuzu, and bergamot effectively eliminate cooking or restroom odors.
—Bedroom:
Lavender, known as the versatile aroma, has calming and soothing properties, making it perfect for the bedroom. Chamomile and sandalwood also have sleep-inducing and relaxing effects. For a romantic atmosphere in this intimate space, you can choose fragrances like vanilla or rose. If your goal is a good night’s sleep, fragrances that induce relaxation like vanilla, eucalyptus, or mint are ideal choices.
—Study:
In the study or reading nook, use a small amount of mint or lemongrass scents in candles to stay alert and focused, aiding cognitive work. Additionally, fragrances that exude stability and build trust, such as incense, pine, and eucalyptus, are excellent choices.
Each room should have its own unique aroma, allowing you to embark on a scented journey within your private space. Falling in love with fragrances will bring boundless beauty and joy to your life.
