When it's pouring rain outside, the cozy atmosphere inside is an absolute must. Right now, room fragrances are celebrating their peak season: they are real mood makers and spread a good mood. Scented candles are particularly popular at Christmas: their glow conveys a feeling of security and their pleasant scent relaxes the senses. A pleasant apple, cinnamon and clove note is guaranteed to increase the anticipation of Advent and ensure the well-being of the whole family. The Christmas candles can also be used as decoration and can be effectively displayed together with a scent lamp on the festive table, on the mantelpiece, on the windowsill or on the chest of drawers. We give you useful tips on how you can create a Christmas atmosphere in your own home with scented candles.
Here's how you can create a festive Christmas atmosphere with scented candles
Transform your home into an oasis of comfort with a room fragrance. There is a wide range of scents to choose from. Candles with subtle berry notes invigorate and have a refreshing effect. Their warm red color also blends in harmoniouslythe classic Christmas decorationin red and green. The tea lights or scented candles can be particularly effectively presented with golden satin ribbons. Together with the sweet smell of freshly baked waffles from the cream-colored vanilla candles, they create a real experience.
Block candles in orange, which combine the pleasant scent of cinnamon with a hint of honey, cheer you up and have a stylish appearance in modern arrangements. They look particularly good when paired with a puristic table decoration made of wood and natural materials such as pine cones, tree branches and seasonal flowers.
Raisin or fig scents are among the so-called gourmet aromas. They whet the appetite and are ideal for use at the dinner table. By the way, fruit scents can be paired very well with woody scents, such as coniferous wood. It's best to scatter several tea lights around the kitchen or dining room so that the scent spreads beautifully throughout the room.
Coffee, coconut and gingerbread form an irresistible ensemble, whose invigorating aroma puts you in a good mood. In addition to the pleasant smell, the combination also creates a visually harmonious arrangement in warm beige-brown nuances.
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If you can't decide on just one scent or want to add some variety every now and then, you can choose a set of several room-freshening Christmas candles. The high-quality scented candles with essential oils from the American brandYankee Candleare available in such a set, for example. Stylishly packaged in a gift box, they are also perfect as a Christmas present.
You need to pay attention to this when handling flavored Advent candles
The candle, a wax lamp with one or more wicks, has an open flame. To ensure that no accidents occur, safe handling of candles plays a crucial role. Particular caution is required here, especially for families with small children or animals. These tips will help:
1. Make sure there are no flammable materials near the candles.
2. Children and pets should not have access to or reach the candles.
3. Burning candles should never be left unattended.
4. Never leave burning candles next to an open window.
5. Make sure that the wick is always shorter than 1.5 cm.
6. Always have a fire extinguisher nearby when handling candles, grills with coals or gas, fireplaces, pizza ovens, etc.
Immerse yourself in the scent world of the pre-Christmas season with home fragrances
Admittedly: with a decorationChristmas candlesThe magic of the festival can be fully enjoyed. In any case, families with small children or pets can choose an alternative for safety reasons. Electric candles, scented sticks and aroma lamps offer a practical option and are also wonderful companions on rainy evenings. If you decide on this option, it is best to buy essential oils. Artificial essences can cause allergic reactions in sensitive people. By the way, if guests are expected, an air freshener can successfully eliminate cooking fumes, cigarette smoke and the smell of most pets.
Christmas candles etc. create a cozy atmosphere, relax the senses and awaken anticipation of the tasty Christmas menu. They also look great visually and can give the interior a festive touch. When beautifully packaged, a set of scented candles can make a nice gift.
But it's not just the candles themselves that are suitable for giving as gifts, but also useful accessories. This includes, for example, a stylish candle extinguisher that can be used to extinguish any candle safely and easily without burning your fingers and without the smoke that would otherwise spread throughout the room when blown out. Certainly a very special gift for all candle lovers. Another useful accessory is special scissors with which the candle wick can be easily shortened. This means you can ensure a longer burning time and the candles burn more evenly. These wick trimmers should be used before each candle is lit to shorten the wick to a little less than 1 cm.
