Candles are great for setting a mood and adding a fragrance to your home. Some of the best smells of the holidays can be found packaged in a candle. If you want to enjoy fragrances in your home, but don’t want to sacrifice your health, simply diffuse essential oils instead! Here are 8 Diffuser Blends Inspired by Candle Scents.
What is Essential Oil Diffusing?
Ultrasonic diffusers distribute the tiniest components of essential oil into the air through super-fast vibrations. Essential oil diffusing allows you to enjoy the aromatic benefits of essential oils in a safe and beneficial method for your entire family. This comprehensive diffuser guide is a great place to start learning more about diffusing oils!
Dangers of Candles
Most candles are made with paraffin wax. Paraffin is a by-product of petroleum or coal. It’s a cheap alternative to soy and beeswax. Burning candles made with paraffin wax and synthetic fragrances releases volatile organic compounds (VOCs) such as formaldehyde into the air.
The long term health risks associated with breathing in VOCs include asthma, allergies, and cancer. Candles made with artificial fragrances emit harmful chemicals into the air, ultimately contributing to poor indoor air quality.
Candle companies are not required to disclose the ingredients list in their products. Although they are banned from using lead wicks, it is unknown how many hazardous ingredients a candle may contain.
There is also a fire risk when using candles. Over 15,000 house fires are the direct result of burning candles each year. Most of these fires occur in December when people are more likely to be burning holiday scented candles. Candles come with risks.
Diffusing vs. Candles
Diffusers and candles are both used to disperse fragrance into the air. Candles made from paraffin wax release compounds such as acetone, benzene, and toluene. Pure essential oils, made without fillers, will add fragrance to the air without adding toxins.
Sure, there are quality candles out there that are made using safe ingredients like beeswax or soy wax and essential oils, but at a high cost. A homemade candle is an economical and safe option. You can easily recreate your favorites with these diffuser blends inspired by candle scents.
The cost of diffusing essential oils is considerably less than buying a candle. The average cost of a pumpkin scented candle is about $28 and gives you 70 hours of burn time.
Cost Comparison
5 drops Thieves = $0.70
5 drops Orange = $0.22
70 hours diffusing = $10.73
If you are missing the soft glow of a candle, most diffusers offer relaxing light settings and soothing sounds, giving you the full aromatherapy experience.
Skip the candles this year and reach for a diffuser blend to replace your favorite candle scents!
8 Diffuser Blends Inspired by Candle Scents
There is nothing better than the smell of an apple pie baking in the oven. This blend uses cinnamon, clove, and a hint of citrus to recreate the delightful smell of pie.
Apple Pie
- 2 drops Cinnamon
- 3 drops Lemon
- 1 drop Clove
This spicy diffuser blend will remind you of all the things you love about fall. It is cozy and comforting and will bring on nostalgic memories of hayrides and pumpkin patches.
Pumpkin Spice
- 3 drops Orange
- 2 drops Cinnamon Bark
- 2 drops Thieves
- 1 drop Clove
The sweet scent of fresh-baked cookies can be found in this blend. Stress Away adds a hint of vanilla while the cinnamon and nutmeg give it a touch of spice.
Oven Fresh Cookie
- 3 drops Stress Away
- 2 drops Cinnamon
- 1 drop Nutmeg
The intoxicating scent of Ylang Ylang will take you away to a tropical island paradise. Take a walk through a rainforest with the striking blend of orange, Ylang Ylang, and ginger.
Tropical Island
- 3 drops Orange
- 2 drops Ginger
- 3 drops Ylang Ylang
The majestic trees in the forest are both comforting and restorative. Cedarwood adds richness to this blend, while the cypress and pine usher in the enjoyable scent of evergreen trees.
Evergreen Forest
- 3 drops Cypress
- 2 drops Pine
- 2 drops Cedarwood
This blend brings on the comforting scents of burning wood and leather. Vetiver and spruce are rich, woodsy, and masculine, while the black pepper gives it a touch of smoke.
Fireside Chat
- 3 drops Vetiver
- 3 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce
- 1 drop Black Pepper
Bring the vibrant scents of summer into your home with this citrusy diffuser blend. Lemon Verbena is the best part of this blend, giving it a rich and cheery finish.
Lemonade Stand
- 3 drops Lemon
- 3 drops Lime
- 2 drops Lemon Verbena
Fresh cut flowers are wonderful in the spring, but you can enjoy them year-round with this blissful floral blend. The exotic combination of jasmine and Ylang Ylang is complemented by the light floral scent of lavender.
Blissful Bouquet
- 3 drops Lavender
- 2 drops Jasmine
- 3 drops Ylang Ylang
Be sure you are effectively using your essential oil diffusers by checking out our free Comprehensive Diffuser Guide here!
Sacred Elixir says
Hello,
Great article. I have always been a fan of essential oils but only knew about a few uses. This article gives a very details information about it. Will definitely try it out. Great work!