Aromatherapy is the practice of using essential oils to promote well-being and relaxation. But did you know that you can use aromas in your home to promote similar effects? And not just by diffusing essential oils or burning candles, but by introducing the scents with natural products. The best part: you don’t have to worry about those artificial scents making your home smell bad.
Get the right plants
One of the easiest ways to make your home smell good is by getting some plants. There are many different types of plants that can improve air quality, scent, or even both! Some examples include:
- Aloe Vera
- Cedar Wood
- Chrysanthemums (or “mums”)
If you’re not sure what kind of plant will fit best in your space, ask an expert at a local shop for recommendations. Make sure to avoid any plants that might produce an unpleasant odour or cause allergic reactions.
Declutter to improve air quality
If you have clutter in your home, it is likely to block airflow and cause mould. Clutter can also make cleaning more difficult.
Keep surfaces clean and clear by removing clutter from tables, counters, and shelves. Remove things that are broken or worn out, so they don’t collect dust and make your home look dirty, and leave a not-so-fresh smell. A dusty, cluttered home is likely to leave a bit of a smell.
Reducing clutter will help freshen up your home by making it easier to clean. Cleaning ceiling fans and air conditioning units will help circulate air more quickly throughout your home.
Install a scent-diffusing system
There are several ways to make your home smell good, but one popular method is using a scent-diffusing system. It’s essentially an air freshener that releases scent into the air instead of covering it up like an aerosol can or a plug-in diffuser. Some may think that aroma diffusers and oil burners are the same things, but they’re not quite interchangeable. Aroma diffusers release aromatic oils into the air over time, whereas oil burners heat up a small amount of oil at once before releasing it in full force—which means you need to be careful with them around kids and pets!
The great thing about these types of diffusers is that you don’t have to worry about leaving behind any residue on surfaces after vacuuming up dusty particles from carpets or floors (which can sometimes happen when using traditional sprays). They’re also great for those who prefer natural scents but don’t want them to overpower everything else going on in their house; they’ll add just enough fragrance without being overbearing under normal conditions.
Simmer some spices
You can do this by mixing a few spices and letting them simmer on the stovetop. Some good options include cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, cardamom pods (seeds removed), or orange peel.
You can use these spices to make a pot of tea or just add them to whatever else you’re cooking for dinner. It’ll freshen up the air in your home and even help you sleep better!
Keep fresh flowers around your home constantly
Keeping fresh flowers around your home constantly is a great way to make it smell amazing, even when you’re away. You can place them in vases, bowls, or even just on the kitchen table as a decoration. The flowers will last longer than air fresheners and can be changed out for a new scent every few days. The same goes for any other plants that emit pleasant scents—like ferns or cacti.
In addition to making your home smell good, flowers will also keep your home smelling fresh by improving the air quality and filtering out bad odors.
Keep your home smelling amazing
And with that, we can confidently say that you now know how to make your home smell amazing. All it takes is a little bit of time and patience, but it’s well worth it! Now go out there and tell us what new scents you have tried out—we’d love to hear from you.
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