How to perfume your home?
Want to know how to scent your home while taking care of your health and the environment? In this article, we offer an overview of the different types of home fragrances available on the market. We'll explain which ones to choose to ensure a pleasantly scented home over time, while respecting your well-being and the planet.
Why perfume your home?
Creating a fragrant atmosphere at home can improve our sense of well-being every day. Relaxing home scents activate the limbic system, an area of the brain responsible for emotions and pleasure. Certain aromas, such as lavender, red rose, or ylang-ylang, reduce stress and encourage relaxation. Perfuming your home helps create a soothing environment where you feel good both physically and mentally.
In aromatherapy
Aromatherapy , a branch of herbal medicine, has its roots in the ancient history of medicine, where plants were used for their therapeutic benefits. Whether in decoction, fumigation, or steam, these practices aimed to improve health and well-being. Today, aromatherapy relies primarily on the use of essential oils, extracted from aromatic plants. These concentrated aromas act on both physical and emotional levels.
Essential oils can be administered in a variety of ways: diffused to scent a room, inhaled to purify the air, or applied topically for localized action. When blended, these oils can be used to create a home fragrance that combines pleasant scents with therapeutic benefits.
Aromatherapy works directly on the areas of the brain responsible for emotions, particularly through the connection between smell and the limbic system. Certain oils, such as those with warm , floral , or fresh notes, help regulate stress and emotions. These natural scents can also be used to balance energies, as in Ayurvedic practices or Chinese medicine, where they are combined with holistic techniques.
Plants known for their aromatherapeutic properties also include sandalwood, patchouli, and citrus fruits (grapefruit, mandarin, petitgrain, etc.). Perfuming your home with these extracts helps cultivate a lasting state of well-being thanks to their subtle scents that harmonize the mind and maintain a healthy, balanced environment.
In olfactotherapy
Olfactotherapy is a therapeutic practice that uses scents as a tool to rebalance the psycho-emotional system. Developed in the 1990s by Gilles Fournil, a somatologist and energy therapist, this discipline is based on the idea that scents, by stimulating the limbic system—also known as the emotional brain—allow access to buried memories and emotions. These olfactory stimuli become levers for deconstructing emotional blockages and regaining lasting well-being.
The health benefits of natural fragrances are expressed through the impact of essential oils on several physiological functions. Indeed, they can:
- Regulate emotions, including stress and fear management;
- Influence endocrine balance, promoting the release of calming hormones;
- Act on the nervous system, influencing processes such as breathing, digestion and blood circulation;
- Stimulate memory and its recovery.
Olfactotherapy is often integrated with other personal development approaches, such as sophrology, naturopathy, or yoga, to amplify its effects. It uses essential oils as olfactory messengers, arranged according to an olfactory pyramid composed of top, middle, and base notes, similar to creating an anti-stress home fragrance .
Although not yet scientifically recognized, olfactotherapy offers a path to the unconscious, allowing us to explore the links between emotions and memories. Thanks to natural scents , this alternative therapy can soothe tension and restore emotional harmony.
In energy theories
According to energy theories , every living being, spirit or element, is crossed by flows of vital energy that influence its physical, emotional and spiritual balance. These concepts, present in many ancestral traditions, such as Ayurveda in India or Chinese medicine, integrate energy into the overall functioning of the body. In Chinese medicine, this energy, called Qi, circulates through meridians. When it is blocked, disorders appear. Acupuncture, yoga or even the use of plants with energetic virtues help to restore this harmony.
Energy plants play a key role in these practices. Palo santo , or "holy wood," has been used for centuries by South American shamans to ward off negative energies and attract serenity. White sage , burned during rituals, purifies spaces and promotes harmony. Sandalwood , with its woody, soothing scent, is recognized in Ayurveda for balancing the chakras and calming the mind. Myrrh , used in spiritual rituals in many civilizations, brings profound calm and helps reconnect with one's emotions. Finally, patchouli is known for its energetic grounding and its ability to purify environments. Energy aromatherapy is part of this tradition by using essential oils to influence energy flows. These "plant souls" intervene on the chakras or meridians to restore emotional and spiritual balance.
How to choose your home fragrance?
When choosing a home fragrance , you need to consider the product's composition, durability, and health benefits. There are major differences between natural and synthetic home fragrances. While natural extracts have multiple benefits for the body, mind, and energy, synthetic compositions offer no benefits. They also often contain allergens and pollutants that can disrupt the respiratory system.
Discover how to perfume your bedroom, living room or office while taking advantage of the exceptional properties of natural products.
Air freshener vs. room fragrance
The function of an air freshener is to neutralize unpleasant odors. Natural air fresheners , such as baking soda or coffee beans, are very effective at absorbing unpleasant odors. Placing baking soda in a room or coffee beans in a closet can purify the air without chemicals. These tips for a fragrant home are ideal for combining practicality and ecology.
A home fragrance, on the other hand, creates an olfactory ambiance. This vast universe includes products of varying quality, ranging from synthetic compositions to natural extracts, the most common of which are lavender or vanilla . The formats of home fragrances are also very varied: room fragrance candles , misters , pebbles , diffusers , sprays , ceramics to scent ... However, choosing a fragrance requires paying attention to its composition, because some synthetic products can contain harmful substances.
Synthetic room fragrance vs. natural room fragrance
Synthetic room fragrances, often used in industrial mist makers , candles, or incense, contain artificial molecules derived from petrochemicals. These products, designed to mimic natural odors, frequently release harmful substances such as parabens or phthalates. Their combustion or diffusion contributes to indoor pollution and increases health risks. They are particularly not recommended for people suffering from asthma , breathing difficulties , vulnerable populations such as children , pregnant women , and animals . Despite their attractive cost, these fragrances have a superficial role and offer no benefits for well-being.
Conversely, natural home fragrances , made from plants, essential oils or resins, combine olfactory pleasure and therapeutic properties. Be careful, however, as essential oils are powerful substances, some of which are considered endocrine disruptors. They are also not recommended for pregnant women, children, and people suffering from heart or respiratory conditions. In this case, plant extracts should be preferred.
HOZHO creations, made with energetic plants from organic farming, allow you to naturally perfume your home without any health risks. Handcrafted, these products diffuse purifying, harmonizing, protective and vitalizing fragrances , without toxic components. They provide a healthy and soothing atmosphere, ideal for everyday use.
Natural aromatic particles, derived from plants such as red rose, sandalwood , myrrh , or patchouli, are recognized for their virtues in aromatherapy , olfactotherapy and energy treatments. In addition to purifying the air, these natural perfumes harmonize energies and promote well-being.
How to perfume your home naturally?
Opting for natural solutions to scent your home is an effective way to combine olfactory pleasure with respect for the environment and health. The best home fragrances are made from aromatic plants known for their benefits for the body and mind.
Indoor candles
Handcrafted from vegetable wax , these natural scented candles guarantee exceptional olfactory quality. HOZHO creations are distinguished by their soothing aromas and energetic benefits, perfect for establishing a harmonious balance between the individual and their living space.
HOZHO energy candles , made from natural and organic ingredients, are hand-poured to preserve the aromatic properties of the plants used. They create a relaxing olfactory ambiance conducive to well-being. During meditation sessions, these candles help unblock and rebalance energy flows and promote introspection.
A quality candle must also ensure a clean burn: the wick must be made of natural cotton and the wax, which is vegetable-based, does not release any toxic or polluting fumes. Free from ingredients that accelerate their combustion, they thus ensure prolonged use and provide a long-lasting interior fragrance .
Scented sprays
Scented sprays release pleasant scents that instantly enhance the atmosphere. Practical and versatile, they slip easily into a bag for use while traveling, at the office, or in shared spaces. These sprays allow you to create a personal and soothing ambiance with just a few sprays.
A scented energy spray also acts on the emotional and spiritual level . Inspired by ancestral traditions, these elixirs contain energetic plants and natural essences with purifying, protective, harmonizing or revitalizing properties. They are designed to balance the energies of a space, promote serenity and integrate into practices such as feng shui, meditation or energy aromatherapy.
Scented room sprays, like those offered by HOZHO, draw inspiration from these energetic disciplines and beliefs to create a harmonious and pleasant environment. Unlike traditional sprays, they not only scent a space, but also help purify the ambient energy and strengthen the positive energies of your environment.
The broadcasters
Capillary diffusers use sticks, often made of natural rattan , to absorb and slowly diffuse scented oils into the air. Unlike electric or ultrasonic diffusers, these models are distinguished by their quiet operation and their ability to provide extended diffusion without external intervention.
However, finding eco-friendly natural diffusers made with natural fragrances can be challenging. Their highly volatile composition often ensures limited diffusion time.
At HOZHO, we offer energy diffusers that combine natural ingredients with high-end craftsmanship . These are made from high-quality vegetable oils and designed to guarantee continuous diffusion for up to six months. In addition to their refined aromas , our synergies offer unique energetic properties , aimed at restoring the energy flows of your home and creating a harmonious and balanced atmosphere.
This eco-responsible and sustainable approach makes our diffusers an ideal solution for those looking for an aesthetic, practical product aligned with an overall well-being approach.
The misters
Mist humidifiers are versatile accessories used to diffuse synthetic fragrances or essential oils into the air. Commonly used in aromatherapy , they release fragrant vapors that create a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere.
However, their use has some drawbacks. The scents diffused are very volatile, and the house only remains fragrant when the mist maker is in operation. In addition, by diffusing vapors, they increase the humidity level in the room, which can become problematic in poorly ventilated spaces.
Using essential oils in a vaporizer requires great caution. These powerful substances must be dosed carefully to avoid any risk of irritation or side effects. Due to their intensity, they are not suitable for certain categories of sensitive people, such as children , pregnant women , the elderly , or pets .
How to perfume your home with HOZHO?
Discover our different collections designed to purify, harmonize, protect and revitalize your spaces while respecting nature.
Purify your space
Bring a breath of serenity to your home with our purifying collection. Inspired by ancestral traditions, it combines white sage and palo santo , known for their purifying properties, with bamboo , a true energy catalyst. A few minutes of diffusion are enough to eliminate negative energies, purify the air and create a peaceful atmosphere. Ideal after a stressful day, a move or any significant event.
Harmonize your energies
Our harmonizing synergy transforms your home into a soothing cocoon. With sandalwood , which promotes grounding, red rose , which stimulates emotional openness, and oak , a symbol of stability, this collection is perfect for accompanying meditation or yoga. It is also suitable for a moment of calm, an artistic or introspective activity, such as a gratitude journal . Its warm, floral accents create an ambiance conducive to emotional and spiritual balance.
Protect your home
Create a sense of security with our protective synergy. Soothing myrrh , reassuring cedar , and powerful earth-anchoring patchouli combine to repel disruptive energies. Ideal during periods of emotional fragility or after relationship tensions, this fragrance envelops your space in a cozy, comforting atmosphere.
Revitalize your spaces
Boost your creativity and energize your daily life with our invigorating synergy. Citrus, with its fresh, lemony notes, revitalizes the mind, while peppery touches add sparkling energy. Perfect for busy mornings, work sessions, or to chase away the blues.
With its innovative creations, HOZHO is a brand that draws on ancestral expertise in the field of perfume creation and energy theories. Environmentally friendly and made in France, HOZHO products embody the perfect blend of artisanal heritage and modernity. Prepare to transform your home into a truly balanced olfactory cocoon.
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