We all have certain scents and fragrances that bring back long lost memories of when we were young, happy, sad etc. For me it’s the smell of coconut which congers up sweet memories of relaxing on a white sanded beach without a care in the world.
That’s why I love waking in my house to the smell of a coconut-scented candle as it reminds me of those glorious days.
Their Beach Walk Yankee Candle is infused with tangerine and orange blossom to give it that irresistible summer fragrance which is guaranteed to liven up your home. However, if you’re looking for something with a little more punch; the Black Cherry Yankee Candle is absolutely delicious with its rich, ripe black cherries.
Over the years we have found that not only do candles smell great but they are also a great way to de-stress naturally.
Our sense of smell is one of our most powerful of senses and inhaling the aroma of a candle creates a pleasuring psychological effect. Dr Charles Spence from the Department of Experimental Psychology at Oxford University explains; ‘with all of our senses, you have to process the information first. But with smell, it’s right there, changing your emotions and triggering memories.’
It is proven that pleasant smells lower the heart rate and reduce stress, and that in itself makes you feel better.
The aromas that you should be looking for to create this desired effects are Chamomile, proven to up lighten your mood and Vanilla, which has a calming and soothing effect. If you’re feeling jaded you should light a candle with a citrus scent such as orange, lemon or grapefruit as these are proven to give you that little ‘pick me up’.
The colour of candle is also crucial when purchasing a candle for relaxation purposes. A calming, muted colour; such as blue, green, white or purple will help you to relax, where as, bright colours such as, red, orange and yellow will stimulate your mind.
Aromatherapy candles can bring peace and enhance our busy lives.
However, it would be naive of us to believe that candles only relax our senses. Candles are also a great way to spice up your love life! Lighting is the single most important aspect of creating a room with ambiance. Low lighting such as flickering candles in the bedroom are romantic and intimate.
If you’re looking for a scent that will spice up your love life you should choose the rose scented candle. The sweet scent of roses is proven to physiologically sooth nerves and worries away.
It’s important to remember that it’s not only the fragrance that can be uplifting but also the treat of spoiling yourself with a luxury product and the excitement of enjoying some pure relaxation time where you can reflect and zone out.
LoveMemory sell a gorgeous range of various candles. Whether you’re looking for something with aromatherapy benefits or for a candle that looks beautiful you’ll be spoilt for choice.
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