Tips for a Fresh-Smelling Home.
Things to consider when scenting your home
Allergies and Sensitivities: While many people assume they only have to worry about food allergies when hosting a gathering, adverse reactions can occur with scent in the same way. For instance, someone who is allergic to cinnamon may also have a reaction to a cinnamon candle. It’s important to consider your home occupants when choosing an appropriate blend.
Other Aromas in the Space: You want the fragrances you choose to meld with other things you have going on. For example, don’t light a tropical candle during a traditional holiday meal. Some aromas just don’t play nicely together.
Deep Cleaning: Even if your home is very clean, I always recommend a top-to-bottom clean of high-bacteria areas such as the kitchen and bathrooms. In addition to this, sterilizing garbage and recycling bins can really help eliminate deep-rooted odors and allow your fragrance of choice to shine.
Don’t underestimate the power of fresh air, even in the cold weather months.Open your windows as often as possible, even if it’s only for 10 or 15 minutes at a time. Venting the space will help move stagnation and bring in fresh and invigorating air.
SCENTING YOUR HOME
As more people continue spending time at home, the trend of home fragrance is blooming into a significant lifestyle movement. Room sprays, scented candles, essential oil diffusers, and reed diffusers are becoming staples for the home, transforming living spaces into aromatic sanctuaries.
Diffusers: Diffusing oils into your home is another great way to bring pure essential oils to your space.
Essential Oil Diffusers:This method tends to create a strong aroma since vaporized essential oils are dispersed into the air. There are lots of single essential oils you can choose from, or you can make easy homemade blends for added balance and depth.
Reed Diffusers: Use premium quality reeds is the best choice for making your own Reed Diffusers. Natural reed is a this porous plant material that naturally draws the fragrance up through the reeds to release scent into your room.
Stovetop Potpourri (also called a Simmer Pot): These lovely aromatic herb boils are quite fun and create a nice conversation piece at gatherings. By simply adding your favorite aromatic herbs and spices to a large pot and leaving it on low heat, you can diffuse a delightful aroma in your home. Some of my favorites include cinnamon, clove, allspice, star anise, rosemary, and orange. One of the downsides to this method, however, is if you have a lot of cooking to do, you will not have an available burner to use. You will also have to watch the heat more closely and add water regularly. This is also great for camping. When you have a campfire, have a small pot on the side with water and these herbs.
Toilet Deodorizers and Restroom Sprays: Last but not least, you will want your guests to be as comfortable as possible if nature calls. These two quick and easy restroom recipes are great to have on hand in your bathroom. When your guests use them, they will really appreciate your thoughtfulness!
Scented Candles: When it comes to enhancing the ambience of your home, scent is vital. Burning a candle is a popular option that offer distinct benefits. It provides a burst of fragrance, contributing to your cosy atmosphere. Fragrance and/or essential oils used in scented candles release pleasant aromas when heated, which can help mask unpleasant odors and create a more inviting atmosphere
Room/Linen Sprays: Whether you're looking to make a room spray to instantly invigorate a space, a linen spray to infuse bedding and towels with a soothing scent, or a deodorizing spray to control odors from pet bedding or sports equipment, Room and Linen Sprays have got you covered.
Toilet Deodorizers and Restroom Sprays: Last but not least, you will want your guests to be as comfortable as possible if nature calls. These two quick and easy restroom recipes are great to have on hand in your bathroom. When your guests use them, they will really appreciate your thoughtfulness!
I hope this list helps you to find new ways to create a warm and cozy, or bright and invigorating ambiance in your home.
Caution: Essential oils are generally not indicated for use with infants or young children, those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, people with serious medical conditions, or certain pets—especially cats.