Vanilla To Lavender: Unique Scents For Every Personality

As the warm hugs of vanilla and the calming voices of lavender have shaped our olfactory horizons in recent decades, we have seldom realised that they are a reflection of our personality too.

Aromatherapy: Unique Scents For Every Personality (Image Source: Canva)

These days, individuals have discovered that essential oils could be used as natural remedies for some ailments. Many ingredients like lavender and chamomile are very effective for relaxation and improve sleep quality. Peppermint is also beneficial to help in reloading our senses, hence retracing the concentration of our focus, similarly to the lemongrass. Ylang-ylang and jasmine have been used and noted to aid in decreasing stress among people. (Image Source: Canva)

The Epicurean: Gourmand and Other Gastronomic Surprises- Those for whom food and wines are but delights and indulgences have a line of candles inspired by dishes that one could eat and drink. These candles may mimic the flavor of a plain cupcake sold from bakeries but can be more exotic by imitating the scent of coffee, whiskey aged in oak or even the popular aroma of bread. (Image Source: Canva)

The Modern Minimalist: Clean Linen, Sea Salt, and Citrus- To avoid complications in life, this generation longs to have clean and simple homes that are easy to manage. For the contemporary minimalist, nice smelling candles are those which have a clean scent, something which enhances the orderliness of the candle itself. For instance, the scent of clean clothes being ironed, the salty smell of the sea, the taste of salt or the freshness of lemon or grapefruit to name but a few can improve on the demoralising aspect of life. (Image Source: Canva)

The Exotic Wanderer: Sandalwood, oud and patchouli- People with the desire to travel and learn about distant cultures tend to be attracted to the exotic and mysterious scents. Derived from trees belonging to the genus Santalum, sandalwood has a deep woody scent that has been incorporated into rituals and relaxation practices. Oud originating from the agarwood has a rich and intense smoky note, which is popular in the Middle East. The fragrance of patchouli is rich and heavy, recalling the image of tropic rain forests and traditional oriental methods of using it. (Image Source: Canva)

The Nature Enthusiast: Eucalyptus, Pine, and Herbal Mixtures- If you like nature, you can select candles which have the smell of forests, mountains, and meadows. Eucalyptus for example is known for its refreshing smell and it is usually administered to the person to clear the person’s mind and have him/her feeling right again. Earthy tones of pine and cedar are attributed to the young and woody fragrance of the forests; floral blends with rosemary, thyme, or sage can be related to the sunny gardens. (Image Source: Canva)

The Classic Comfort Seeker: Scented Vanilla Flavored with Warm Spices- Those that value familiar environment and appreciate the feeling of home, always prefer such warm and cozy notes as vanilla, cinnamon, and spices. It smells like home, like childhood: vanilla has been associated with cookies, cakes, and other sweet delicacies, memories of warm evenings spent in front of the fireplace and holidays. In the same manner, there exists the comforting and familiar scent of cinnamon and nutmeg, with their deep, robust tones that allow an individual to dream of a warm atmosphere. (Image Source: Canva)

Inputs by: Ridhima Kansal, Director, Rosemoore (Image Source: Canva)