| Burning aromatherapy candles scented with pure | | | | seasonal Christmas blend could include mandarin, |
| essential oils is a wonderful way to add fragrance to | | | | cinnamon, clove or nutmeg. Or a refreshing mix of |
| a room. Not only does an aromatherapy candle smell | | | | oils could include peppermint, lemon, rosemary or |
| nice, it can have therapeutic effects on the body and | | | | bergamot to help stimulate the senses. |
| mind. Essential oils are extracted from certain | | | | For maximum aromatherapy benefits, candles should |
| aromatic plants and are used by aromatherapists to | | | | be made from natural based ingredients that don't |
| promote emotional and physical well being. When a | | | | release toxins as they burn. Aromatherapy soy |
| few drops of a particular plant essence is added to a | | | | candles made from soybean wax are a popular |
| candle, its powerful aroma molecules are diffused into | | | | option, as these are considered better for the |
| the surrounding air as the wax melts. When inhaled, | | | | environment than petroleum based candles. It's worth |
| the fragrance can help soothe and revitalize. | | | | reading the labels when buying a candle to make sure |
| Aromatherapy scented candles can be made with oils | | | | it contains pure aromatherapy oil and no synthetic |
| from various types of plants. Aromatherapy essential | | | | fragrances or dyes. Using scented candles in the |
| oils can be made from different parts of plants, | | | | home is a simple but effective way of influencing the |
| including flowers, berries, leaves and bark. As well as | | | | mood of a room, to create a tranquil and harmonious |
| having a unique natural perfume, they have many | | | | environment. Products such as candles, oil burners or |
| different healing qualities. For instance, lavender is well | | | | other types of aromatherapy diffusers can make |
| known for its relaxing properties. When added to a | | | | inexpensive gifts and offer a natural alternative to |
| jar candle, it can be used to create a soothing and | | | | chemical air fresheners. |
| peaceful atmosphere. The rich aroma of sandalwood | | | | Adding aromatherapy candles to the home is a quick |
| can help ease feelings of anxiety and stress. As well | | | | and easy way to enhance the atmosphere in a room |
| as being used individually, oils can be used in blends to | | | | and create a peaceful space to unwind in at the end |
| create uniquely fragranced candles. For example, a | | | | of a busy day. |