The Real Reason We Choose Fragrance Oils Over Essential Oils

When it comes to creating a beautifully scented home, the choices can be overwhelming. If you’ve ever wondered whether to choose candles, wax melts, or reed diffusers, made with essential oils or fragrance oils you’re not alone! With so much talk about natural ingredients, it’s easy to assume that essential oils are always the better choice. But here at /sen'ti.re/, we’ve done our homework, and we’ve got some good reasons why we use fragrance oils instead. Let’s dive into the differences and why fragrance oils are our top pick for making your home smell amazing.

Essential Oils: Nature in a Bottle

Essential oils are like little bottles of nature. They’re made by extracting the natural oils from plants, capturing the essence of flowers, leaves, roots, and more. Think of lavender, peppermint, or eucalyptus - these are all common essential oils you might have heard of or used. People often turn to essential oils for their therapeutic benefits, like relaxation or energising effects, thanks to their natural origins.

But here’s the thing: while essential oils are wonderful in many ways, they’re not always the best choice when it comes to products that involve burning, like candles or wax melts. The burning process can actually change the chemical structure of essential oils, potentially releasing harmful by-products into the air. Not exactly what you want when you’re trying to unwind with your favourite candle!

The Sustainability Factor: A Closer Look at Essential Oils

Sustainability is a big part of our ethos at /sen'ti.re/. As beautiful as essential oils are, the process of extracting them isn’t always kind to the environment. To produce just a small amount of essential oil, a large quantity of plant material is needed. For example, it can take thousands of rose petals to produce just a few drops of rose essential oil. This not only puts pressure on plant populations but also requires significant resources like water and energy, making the process less sustainable.

Over-harvesting of certain plants to meet the demand for essential oils can lead to environmental degradation, loss of biodiversity, and even the endangerment of some plant species. As a brand that values mindful living and sustainability, we’ve carefully considered these factors in choosing the ingredients for our products.

Fragrance Oils: Endless Possibilities

Now, let’s talk about fragrance oils. Unlike essential oils, fragrance oils are crafted to be a mix of synthetic and sometimes natural ingredients, designed to create specific scents. This might sound a bit less “natural,” but it actually opens up a world of scent possibilities that essential oils just can’t offer.

Imagine the smell of a warm vanilla cake fresh out of the oven or the crisp, clean scent of fresh linen. These kinds of scents don’t exist in nature, so essential oils can’t capture them. But with fragrance oils, we can create these comforting and unique scents that fill your home with the exact vibe you’re looking for.

And don’t worry—we’re as picky about what goes into our products as you are. Not all fragrance oils are created equal, and we’ve made it our mission to ensure that the ones we use at /sen'ti.re/ are top quality, safe, and free from all the nasty stuff you’d rather avoid.

Why We Choose Fragrance Oils?

So why did we decide to go with fragrance oils for our wax melts, reed diffusers, and candles? It all comes down to safety, variety, and consistency.

• Safety First

• Safe for Burning: When it comes to burning, essential oils can be a bit tricky. The heat can alter them in ways that aren’t always safe. Our fragrance oils, however, are designed to be safely burned, so you can enjoy your favourite scents without any worries.
• Free of Harmful Additives: We’ve made sure our fragrance oils are free from lilial, phthalates, parabens, and other harmful additives. They’re also eco-friendly, vegan-friendly, and cruelty-free, so you can indulge in luxury without compromising your values.
• A World of Scent Possibilities
• Endless Choices: With fragrance oils, the sky’s the limit when it comes to scent options. Whether you want something fresh and floral or warm and cosy, we can create it with fragrance oils.
• Consistent Quality: Essential oils can vary from batch to batch, depending on factors like the weather during the harvest. Fragrance oils give us the ability to offer you consistent, long-lasting scents every time you light a candle or open a reed diffuser.
• Sustainability Matters
• A Lighter Environmental Footprint: By choosing fragrance oils, we reduce the strain on natural resources that are often associated with the extraction of essential oils. We’re able to create the luxurious scents you love while being mindful of our impact on the planet.
• Responsible Sourcing: Our fragrance oils are selected with care, ensuring they’re produced in ways that respect both the environment and the people involved in their creation. We’re committed to offering products that align with sustainable practices.
• Safe to Breathe
• Pure and Safe: Not all fragrance oils are created equal, but we’ve gone the extra mile to ensure ours are of the highest quality. They’re safe to burn and safe to breathe, giving you peace of mind as you enjoy your beautifully scented home.

The Bottom Line

We believe in crafting products that not only smell divine but also align with your values and safety concerns. While essential oils have their place, fragrance oils offer the safety, versatility, and reliability we need to create the perfect home fragrance experience.

So, the next time you light one of our candles, pop in a wax melt or set up a reed diffuser, you can do so knowing that we’ve chosen the best ingredients to fill your space with beautiful, safe, and long-lasting scents.

Ready to explore our range? Check out our collection and find the perfect scent to transform your home into your personal sanctuary.

Happy scenting!