Is the humidity during the monsoon making your living spaces feel heavy and uninviting? Today, I will give some monsoon home fragrance tips that will help you feel rejuvenated in the monsoon.
Bad odour is a chronic monsoon issue. Most people have a strong reaction to the rains; they either love them or hate them. Monsoon woes are a real thing.
The damp environment is a breeding ground for mould and mildew, the main culprits behind the musty odour.
This displeasing odour can warp the original smell, much to the chagrin and discomfort of the homeowners. The smell can be powerful in closed spaces like closets, bathrooms and bedrooms.
Traditional air fresheners for the home may not always do the trick, so you can adopt a monsoon home care regime to keep your home smelling fresh, clean and pleasant. The following are some monsoon home fragrance tips:
Scented candles
There’s no denying that the scent will influence your mood. With their soft, alluring light and sweet scent, candles will surely enliven your place in more ways than one.
People have used candles for centuries; they are a delightful addition to the ambience of your home.
If you have ever noticed that certain scents feel more vivid or comforting on rainy days, trust me, this isn’t just imagination; rain amplifies certain fragrances, making your home smell heavenly.
Scented candles add warmth and glow to the room and also infuse the air with captivating fragrances. Choosing the right scented candle can transform your space into a haven of relaxation. One effective way of doing it is by placing some heavenly and fresh-smelling scented candles — simply light them up to add warmth and romance to your home; plus, they work fine to dust away the stifling musty smells of the rain, especially when humidity jumps in only to make it worse. Only scented candles can come to the quick rescue!
Aromatic spray
Aromas in nature are believed to have healing effects on the mind, body and spirit. Room sprays are the perfect fireless deodorisers to make your house smell divine.
Room sprays are made using pure, steam-distilled essential oils of flowers and herbs, sustainably sourced from their natural habitat. These room fresheners are created using potent Ayurvedic herb extracts that are traditionally known to possess stress-relieving and soothing properties.
Perfect for those who want a quick, instant solution to the problem of the musty odour that becomes a permanent ill-effect of the monsoon season, these fragrant room freshener sprays are the best way to go.
Helping spread a pleasant fragrance all around, these sprays can be prepared at home with natural ingredients if you wish or can easily be bought from the stores.
The three most important elements in any effective room spray are: essential oils, water and witch hazel. Essential oils define the prevailing fragrance, and any oil of preference can be utilised.
Perfect your laundry
Ever wondered why freshly laundered clothes instantly elevate your mood? The secret lies in the fragrant detergents that do more than just clean.
Many people overlook the impact of detergent fragrances on their clothes and home environment, missing out on their numerous benefits.
The scent your detergent leaves behind has the power to evoke feelings of freshness, cleanliness and even nostalgia.
This scent is created by a combination of aromatic compounds specifically formulated to survive the rigorous process of cleaning, rinsing and drying.
These are small, fragrant beads which dissolve in water during the wash cycle and are specially made to infuse your clothes with a long-lasting scent. Scent boosters work in conjunction with your fabric softener to give you that much more potent and longer-lasting aroma.
These fragrance molecules bind to fabric fibres during the washing process, ensuring that the freshness lasts long after the clothes are cleaned. As the clothes are worn or moved, and as air circulates around them, the fragrance gradually evaporates and diffuses, gently releasing its scent into the surroundings. This process not only keeps your clothes smelling fresh but also refreshes your environment with every movement.
Lavender essential oil
Known for its calming and soothing properties, it’s perfect for combating monsoon mustiness.
In addition to having a lovely floral aroma, Lavender essential oil is particularly useful in the rainy season. It can aid in odour removal and provide calm in your house.
The intoxicatingly sweet fragrance of lavender, when diffused, can help a room get rid of any unpleasant odours common during the rains.
Lavender oil is especially helpful in bedrooms because it can improve sleep quality and create a relaxing atmosphere. To use lavender essential oil, add a few drops to a diffuser in your living room or bedroom to create a relaxing atmosphere. You can also make a room spray by mixing lavender oil with water in a spray bottle and spritzing it around your home.
By adding it to your laundry, you can give your garments a new scent and eliminate the musty smell they often have after a rainy season.
Due to its ability to sweeten and deodorise any place, lavender essential oil is especially wonderful during the rain. You can also sprinkle baking soda on rugs, carpets and even beds to absorb smells and clean them, along with this essential oil, to wipe and deodorise them.
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