What are the functions of scented candles

What is a Scented Candle?

A scented candle, made with fragrant oils mixed into the wax, gives off a pleasant aroma when burning. A scented candle is a nice touch in a bathroom, especially when guests are over, in a bedroom, or any room of the house. A scented candle can create an ambiance of healthfulness and well-being. Unlike incense, Scented Candles do not add smoke to the air.
Many scented candles are made with different varieties of pre-blended wax which each have their own saturation point for fragrance oils. Adding more oil than the wax can absorb will result in the candle sweating the oil out. This limitation falls between one-half to one ounce of oil per pound of pre-blended wax (15—30 ml oil per .45 kg wax).

When were Scented Candles invented?

The Egyptians are credited with crafting some of the first wicked candles as far back as 3,000 B.C., using waxes created from plants and insects. However, scented candles weren’t used until the Middle Ages, when beeswax candles were brought to Europe. The beeswax burned pure and cleanly (it didn’t create a smoky flame), and it produced an enjoyable, sweet aroma rather than the unpleasant odor of tallow, which was widely used in household candles at the time. Due to the prohibitive cost of beeswax in the Middle Ages, few people other than the wealthy could afford to burn them at home. There was a brief stint in colonial America when women used bayberries to create a sweet-smelling wax, but the process was very tedious. So, scented candles didn’t end up taking off until the mid-19th century when advancements had been made in wax and mechanization of candle production. 

How does a scented candle work?  

When you light the wick of a scented candle, the heat from the flame begins to melt the wax. When the fragrance molecules in the wax are heated, they emit an aroma. The scent grows stronger as more of the wax melts, so the larger your candle, the greater the fragrance you can expect once its wax pool extends to the edges of its vessel. The best way to make sure your candle melts evenly is to confirm that the wick is in the center of the candle, the candle is on a level surface, and the candle is out of the way of drafts.

What are the functions of scented candles

They are often used to adjust the interest of life.Many people love them.

1, increase the interest of life scented candles can be used to decorate the atmosphere of life,change the atmosphere of the home,beating flame,diffuse fragrance,can make people fully release the tension and busy life,adjust the life.

2, Purify the air in the room.The smell of the scented candles emitted after lighting can purify the air and eliminate the odor,especially if someone smokes at home.

3, improve the respiratory function The fragrance of the aromatherapy candle can make the nasal mucosa acidic reaction,accelerate the body's absorption of effective substances,it also through the respiratory tract into the lungs,improve human respiratory work to maintain the stability of respiratory function.

4, stimulate the cerebral cortex burning scented candles emitted by the smell,can be transmitted to the brain through the central nervous system,with the effect of relaxing nerves,different smells of brain stimulation is not in general,scented candles are more useful,if necessary,you can buy one at home,and there are a lot of aromatherapy candles to choose from,the effect of different tastes also have Is different.

The effects of different scented candles

The different flavor of the scented candles have many flavors,different fragrances not only smell very comfortable,but also have a certain health care effect on the body:

1, rosemary scented candles rosemary candles are very popular,it has the effect of enhancing memory,uplifting the spirit,can help people think,in the study or office is very suitable.

2, lavender scented candle Lavender scented candle is a very common,it has a calming,soothing effect,can relax people's nerves,help sleep,can also prevent mosquito bites,but patients with hypotension and pregnant women should avoid using.

3, chamomile scented candles chamomile composition of the scented candles can make the body and mind soothing balance,calm people's mood,especially suitable for irritable,stressful people

4, lemon scented candle lemon scented candle can keep people's mind clear,enhance people's immunity,help to resist some diseases.

5, mint aroma candle mint cool,refreshing effect,can treat stomach and digestive system discomfort,can also prevent colds,bronchitis and other respiratory diseases are helpful.