Imagine opening the door after a long day at work and being instantly welcomed into your own home by a scent that feels like a warm embrace. A scent that soothes your mind, softens your heart, and awakens your senses. That's the power of good reed diffusers. But did you know that the right reed diffusers make the difference between a fleeting cloud of scent and a lasting moment of wellness in your own home?
In this blog post, I'll give you 7 practical and surprising tips for getting the most out of your fragrance sticks. I'll also explain why Roeloffs Candles fragrance sticks are a better choice than those from well-known brands like Rituals or the cheaper ones from Action.
Fragrance sticks, what are they actually?
Reed diffusers, also called home fragrances or aroma sticks, consist of a bottle of fragrance oil and reed diffusers. These sticks absorb the oil and then gradually diffuse the scent throughout your room. This way, you can enjoy a wonderful scent in your home day and night, without having to lift a finger.
But... not all fragrance sticks are created equal. The fragrance experience, safety, and durability depend on the ingredients and how you use them.
1. Choose good fragrance sticks without alcohol
Many fragrance sticks, especially cheaper ones, contain alcohol and other volatile chemicals. These may make the scent spread quickly and stronger, but they also evaporate much faster and can cause headaches, dry airways, or irritation.
- I'm using a non-hazardous base. What does this mean?
- No alcohol or harmful solvents
- Vegan, cruelty-free and biodegradable
- Much slower fragrance release, meaning the reed diffusers last much longer! At least 3 months!
- Safe for use indoors, even with children and/or pets.
Action fragrance sticks are inexpensive, but alcohol-based. This means they run out much faster and smell less refined.
Rituals fragrance sticks always come in luxurious packaging, but even then, the scent often fades after a few weeks. Their website states that 300ml fragrance sticks last up to three months. Personally, I don't think that's very long.
Roeloffs Candles fragrance sticks offer fragrance for up to 3 months with 100ml and are without compromise on health and quality.
2. Place your fragrance sticks cleverly
The location in your home determines how much you'll smell from the reed diffusers. These are the ideal locations:
- In the hall (you always enter with a nice smell)
- In the toilet or bathroom
- In the bedroom (for example with a soothing scent such as the Lavender - Chamomile fragrance sticks )
- In the living room (think of soft scents such as Inner Peace fragrance sticks ). Please note that fragrance sticks cannot fill a large room with scent.
Always place your fragrance sticks in a place with air circulation, but not in a draft or direct sunlight. Excessive airflow accelerates evaporation, and sunlight breaks down the fragrances more quickly.
3. Use the correct number of sticks
More sticks = stronger scent, but also faster evaporation. Therefore, I recommend the following:
- Small space? Start with 3-4 sticks.
- Average space? Use 5-7 sticks
- Want a stronger scent? Get all 8 sticks that come standard.
This way you always have control over the intensity of the fragrance sticks in your home.
4. Turn the reed diffusers over
After a while, you might notice the scent fading. Fortunately, the Japandi design of the bottle lets you see when your reed diffusers are truly finished. However, you can simply turn the reed diffusers over. The bottom is infused with oil and releases fragrance again once it's at the top. Turning them over once a week is often more than enough to maintain the intense scent.
5. When refilling fragrance sticks, you must also use new sticks.
Over time, the reeds become completely saturated and no longer absorb new oil. If you use a refill (which you can also find in the webshop), replace the reeds as well. This is included as standard when you purchase a refill. This way, you get the most out of your new reed diffusers.
6. Choose the scent that suits the moment
Scents have the power to influence your mood. This way, you can truly tap into your needs with scent. Here's some fragrance inspiration:
- Fresh and energetic : Petitgrain-Ginger Reed Diffuser or Lime-Musk Reed Diffuser . (Perfect for a refreshing start to your day.)
- Peace and relaxation : Lavender-Chamomile Reed Diffusers or Inner Peace Reed Diffusers . (Both are very nice in the evening or in your bedroom.)
- Warm and comforting : Orange-Cinnamon Reed Diffusers or Myrrh-Tonka Reed Diffusers . (For the living room or during self-care moments)
7. Smell = patience
When you've just set up new reed diffusers, it takes a while for the scent to fully diffuse throughout your room. The reed diffusers need a few hours, up to a maximum of 24 hours, to absorb the oil and then release the fragrance. After just one day, you'll notice a clear difference, and that lasts for months!
Frequently Asked Question: How long do Roeloffs fragrance sticks last?
Because I use a safe, alcohol-free base, you can enjoy the fragrance sticks for at least 3 months without having to refill them.
For comparison:
- Action fragrance sticks: These are often almost impossible to smell after a few (3-4) weeks.
- Rituals: promises up to 6 weeks of fragrance, but I personally experienced the loss of scent much sooner.
My fragrance sticks do what they promise: a subtle yet long-lasting, wonderfully complex feel-good scent in your home.
Your home, your scent, your moment of rest
Scent has the power to transform a space, but also you! Take a breath, relax, and come home to yourself. With the right fragrance sticks, you can bring that moment of tranquility to yourself every day.
Choose consciously, choose quality, choose a fragrance with a story.
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