When it comes to creating a soothing environment at home, few things are as effective as a natural scented candle. Not only do they fill the air with delightful fragrances, but when made from 100% natural ingredients—such as essential oils—they offer a range of therapeutic benefits that can significantly improve your mental health, relaxation, and well-being.
In this post, we’ll explore the power of each essential oil found in our Soothe candle and why switching to a non-toxic, plant-based option is a wise choice for both your health and your home environment.

Why Choose Natural Candles?
Traditional candles, particularly those made from paraffin wax, release harmful chemicals when burned, including benzene and toluene—substances linked to respiratory issues, skin irritation, and even cancer. In contrast, natural candles made from soy, beeswax, or other plant-based waxes and scented with essential oils provide a cleaner, healthier alternative. These candles are free of synthetic fragrances and harmful toxins, creating a safer atmosphere for you and your family.
When infused with pure essential oils, natural candles not only purify the air but also deliver therapeutic benefits through aromatherapy. The power of these oils can positively influence your emotions, promote relaxation, improve sleep, and even enhance mental clarity. When we were composing the Soothe fragrance, we had in mind a warm herbal blend to literally soothe our senses after a long day.
Have a look at which oils we use and at their properties:
Cedarwood Essential Oil.
Cedarwood has been a staple in aromatherapy for centuries due to its grounding and calming properties. This rich, woody scent is known to evoke a sense of peace and stability, making it ideal for reducing stress and anxiety. It has a balancing effect on the mind and is also believed to help with concentration, clearing mental fog, and enhancing overall emotional well-being. Cedarwood's calming effects may even help reduce symptoms of insomnia, promoting better sleep when used before bedtime.

Clove Essential Oil
Clove oil is warming and invigorating, with a spicy, sweet scent that can help uplift your mood. It's particularly known for its ability to stimulate the mind, improve focus, and reduce feelings of mental fatigue. Clove also has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, which can support respiratory health when burned in the air. Its warming qualities can help soothe nervous tension, offering both physical and emotional relief when you're feeling overwhelmed or stressed.
Patchouli Essential Oil
Patchouli has a distinctive, earthy scent that is both calming and grounding. It is commonly used to enhance emotional well-being by calming anxious thoughts and balancing mood swings. Patchouli oil is also known for its antidepressant properties, which can be particularly helpful for individuals struggling with feelings of sadness or emotional burnout. This oil promotes relaxation, encourages mindfulness, and supports the release of negative emotions, making it a great choice for mental clarity and emotional balance.
Lavender Essential Oil
Lavender is one of the most widely used essential oils in aromatherapy, celebrated for its calming, soothing effects. Its floral scent is known to reduce anxiety, promote relaxation, and encourage better sleep. Studies have shown that lavender oil can lower heart rate and blood pressure, making it an excellent tool for reducing stress and easing tension. Whether you're unwinding after a long day or seeking relief from a racing mind, lavender is a gentle yet powerful ally for mental health and emotional balance.
Bergamot Essential Oil
Bergamot oil is derived from the rind of the citrus fruit and is known for its uplifting and mood-enhancing properties. Its refreshing, slightly sweet scent can help relieve feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression. Bergamot is often used to promote emotional balance by reducing nervous tension and improving self-esteem. It’s also believed to have mild sedative effects, making it ideal for easing into a restful state when you're having trouble winding down at night.
Rosemary Essential Oil
Rosemary essential oil is a fantastic choice for boosting mental clarity and improving focus. Its invigorating, herbaceous scent stimulates the mind and can enhance cognitive function, making it ideal for studying or tasks that require concentration. In addition to its mental benefits, rosemary is also known for its ability to alleviate symptoms of stress, reduce mental fatigue, and improve memory retention. It’s a great option when you're looking to re-energize and stay sharp.
Grapefruit Essential Oil
Grapefruit oil is refreshing, citrusy, and uplifting. It is commonly used to boost energy levels, reduce feelings of fatigue, and enhance mental clarity. Grapefruit is particularly effective at alleviating symptoms of stress and anxiety, as it helps to clear negative emotions and promotes an overall sense of well-being. Its bright, zesty aroma can also improve focus and alertness, making it a great oil for when you need an energy boost without the jitters.
The Power of Aromatherapy: How It Works
Aromatherapy, the practice of using essential oils to improve physical, emotional, and mental health, relies on the principle that scents have a direct impact on the brain. When you inhale the fragrance of essential oils, molecules enter your nose and stimulate the olfactory system, which is directly connected to the limbic system—an area of the brain responsible for emotions, memories, and behaviour. This connection explains why certain scents can immediately make you feel more relaxed, energised, or focused. As far as we have learned, aromatherapy candles are not as effective as raw essential oils in aromatherapy, but the combination of the scent and the special atmosphere created by the flickering flame is such a pleasant experience that we love to cultivate it even without proven health benefits.
Using a natural scented candle infused with essential oils allows you to create a very cosy experience in the comfort of your own home. Whether you're lighting it during meditation, taking a bath, or simply unwinding after a busy day, the natural aromas help shift your mood, reduce stress, and promote a sense of tranquillity. We love to light it in the evenings; our home is slowly filled with its warm notes, and we both find that there's something special in the essential oils candles, they all have this warmth and cosiness that you can't find in artificial fragrances (although we love many of them and not all of them are harmful, we'll tell some more about them another time)

To sum up, a 100% natural scented candle made with essential oils offers more than just a pleasant fragrance; it provides a holistic, non-toxic approach to improving your mental and emotional health. By incorporating the power of oils like cedarwood, clove, patchouli, lavender, bergamot, rosemary, and grapefruit, you can enjoy an enhanced sense of relaxation, focus, and overall well-being—without the harmful chemicals present in traditional candles.
Opting for natural candles is not only better for your health but also for the environment. So next time you're looking to create a peaceful, grounding space at home, consider lighting a candle made with pure essential oils like our Soothe candle. Your mind, body, and home will thank you.

Shop the Soothe candle here or write us to get one.
With love,
Magda & Pieter