Thinking about the areas that you wish to scent with candles, there are a few guidelines that you can use to determine how much scent is too much. The candles sold at CandleStyle are always rated on scent strength and burning capacity, so you might be able to gauge just how much aroma you keep going in the tiny half bath as opposed to the amount of scent you need for the front room and foyer.
Taking lavender as an example, this popular scent is said to sooth and calm, but it can also be extremely potent and has the tendency to clash heavily with certain flower and spice scents. For example, having vanilla in the dining room and lavender in the sitting area should produce a seamless and intoxicating aroma. Burning cinnamon apple in the kitchen and lavender in the adjoining dining room, however, could cause headaches and a bit of a stomach-turning effect.
Learning what works together can be a bit of a challenge, so much so that many people choose to use only one scented candle per day, and vary this choice based on the mood that they wish to create for their living space. A musky, deep aroma might signify romance or drama for visitors, whereas a robust, warm pumpkin pie scent will wet the appetite for socializing and warm feelings, such as those of friends gathering for a meal. Perfect.
Remember also that the size of the candle that you burn doesn’t always have to do with the strength of the scent, but more to do with the length of life in the candle itself. Melting pots are a great way to enhance the ambiance and freshness of your bathroom in a controlled and pleasant way.