Fragrance Shopping Guide: Pick the Perfect Scent
"Nothing is more memorable than a smell. One scent can be unexpected, momentary and fleeting, yet conjure up a childhood summer beside a lake in the mountains."
- Diane Ackerman
Of the five senses, scent is the one most closely tied to memory. It is no surprise then that the way a fragrance smells can significantly impact our mood and energy levels. When it comes to choosing the perfect home fragrance, we must consider the desired scent itself and the preferred delivery method.
To help you help your shoppers, we've created this overview of fragrance families and of methods for keeping the home smelling fresh.
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Fragrance Families
You can break down all scents into five main fragrance families:
Everyone tends to gravitate towards one of these fragrance families, whether they notice it or not!
Floral Fragrances
Floral scents, or notes, are those that leave the impression of fresh cut flowers, gardens, and floral events. This is the classic fragrance you easily recognize when you smell your favorite flower.
Signature Note Scents: Rose, Jasmine, Lavender, Lilac, Lavender Hibiscus, Gardenia, Peony & Sweet Pea

Royal Rose Travel Candle

15.5oz French Lilac Signature Candle - Pool House

Lavender Honey Aromatic Candle

GROUNDING 16OZ CANDLE (LAVENDER)

GUAVA BLOSSOM MERCURY BOWL, 15 OZ

Cherry Blossom - Medium Glass Dome
Woody Fragrances
Often described as earthy notes of coniferous, bitters, and moss found in nature. This scent makes you think of coziness and gives off smoky cedar, sandalwood, and pine notes.
Signature Note Scents: Cedarwood, Juniper, Cypress, Sandalwood, Pine & Vetiver

JUNIPER + SEA SALT 10OZ CANDLE

Wooden Multi Wick Candle - Balsam Cedarwood Cranberry

3.5 OZ NATALE CANDLE - NOBLE FIR & CEDARWOOD

6.5oz Vetiver Sage Classic Candle - Country House

Bay Leaf & Cypress 13 oz Soy Candle

Clean Musk & Vetiver - Bowl
Citrus / Fresh Family
Fresh is a broad fragrance group of many essential oils that create wonderfully arousing scents. The vividness of citrus fruits, berries, fruit, and bitter, and aromatic herbs are scents we all recognize. Fresh also includes the outdoor freshness of floral musky flavors of lavender and fresh aquatic seaside memories, such as the fresh beachside with natural leafy smells.
Signature Note Scents: Lime, Grapefruit, Citronella, Lemongrass, Sage, Basil, Thyme & Rosemary

15.5oz White Grapefruit Signature Candle - Cabana

Pink Grapefruit 6.5 oz. Soy Wax Candle

LIME + EUCALYPTUS FRAG CANDLE

Fig & Sage 10 oz Soy Candle

Eventide Citronella

White Mother of Pearl Lemongrass Marble Candle
Oriental Family
The oriental fragrance family is all about warmth, comfort, and indulgence. This family’s signature is made of highly aromatic notes like vanilla, smoky incense and complex spices and resins such as amber. Vastly different in style from florals, oriental scents are usually loved in the evening.
Signature Note Scents: Vanilla, Sandalwood, Amber, Caramel & Cinnamon

SCENTED CERAMIC CANDLE ORNAMENT/VANILLA LATTE (H22)

DRIZZLE MELTS GINGERBREAD - CS/PK 8

CHARCOAL + VANILLA FRAG CANDLE

6.5oz Amber Black Vanilla Classic Candle - Foyer

3.5OZ AUTUNNO CANDLE - CRISP CARAMEL

Nutmeg & Vanilla soy candle - large
Festive Fragrances
When the thermostat drops and the days grow shorter, it is time to reach for fragrances that are as cozy and comfy as your favorite Christmas sweater but are sophisticated enough for a Holiday party.

Frasier Fir Poured Candle, Pine Needle Design

GLAM - PUMPKIN DULCE SIGNATURE JAR, 19 oz, SINGLE

Crushed Candy Cane 6oz Small Jar

Holiday Medium Ornament Candle-SNOWY

Christmas Bouquet Candle Jar with Lid

Cinnamon Bark & Woodland Spruce 6.5oz LE Candle Duo

Winter White Candle

Holiday Classics Gift

VINTAGE BOWL FRESH-CUT CHRISTMAS TREE - CS/PK 4

SPRUCE LG RUSTIC TREE CANDLE

Simmered Cider Poured Candle, Harvest Red 4-wick

Let's Toast Soy Candle
Fragrance Forms
Methods of fragrance delivery abound, with these four options being key staples to offer:
Personal preference, ambiance level desired, and safety concerns will drive consumer choice in the form chosen for purchase.
Must Have Candles
Nothing delivers a cozy or romantic ambiance like the flickering flame of a beautiful candle. Available in an endless array of colors, sizes, and styles to complement any decor, and price options to fit any budget, the candle is a must-have staple in the home fragrance world.

VOLCANO SIGNATURE JAR, 19 OZ, SINGLE

15.5oz Champagne Signature Candle - Penthouse

Winter Bouquet Cloche Candle

Heirlum Pumpkin Poured Candle Tin, Gold Lid

Santal Vanille 18oz Large Jar

FIND YOUR FIRE CANDLE
Capri Blue
Popular Diffusers
Reed diffusers offer long-lasting fragrance without the worry of a flickering flame, making them desirable options for areas where a candle simply isn't practical. Their simple style and elegance make them a lovely choice for any setting.

CASHMERE DIFFUSER 6oz CTN. 6

Goldleaf Gardenia Aromatic Diffuser, Petite

Balsam Woods Reed Diffuser

Lavender Flower Absolute Diffuser

LIME+EUCALYPTUS REED DIFFUSER

100 mL glass scent diffuser - Sun Kissed
Stonewall Home
Refreshing Room Sprays
Room sprays are designed to invigorate the air around you, and provide a quick way to freshen up a selected area in a flash. The ease of a spray bottle simplifies storage at home, and also allows you to take your aroma on the move - perfect for the car, a hotel room, or the family cabin.

Lemon Basil Home Fragrance Spray

ROOM SPRAY GIFT SET (3 X 50ML)

VOLCANO SIGNATURE ROOM SPRAY, 4 OZ

Black Bamboo Room Spray

4oz Marine Room Mist - Bathroom

ABC Room & Body Spray
Pura & Thymes Fraiser Fir
Trendy Smart Home Diffusers
Tech-driven consumers will love a smart home diffuser. These devices allow users to completely customize a fragrance experience, and set that experience on a schedule that fits their life. Whether you prefer gentle fragrance that creates a sense of comfort at home or something a little stronger to help mask odor from pets or kids, a smart home diffuser is the ideal solution.

VOLCANO CB + PURA SMART HOME DIFFUSER KIT

Eucalyptus and Lavender Pura Diffuser Kit

Pura Smart Diffuser w/ Cham/Lavndr & Champagne

Pre-Pack Best Sellers

Frasier Fir Pura Diffuser Kit

Becki Owens Pack
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