Scent Your Way to Summer, Naturally

Home Fragrances That Bring Warmth & Sunshine

Aromatherapy can be enjoyed in many ways, from air diffusers and air fresheners to toilet spays, candles and incense. Unfortunately, traditional air fresheners often contain heavy artificial fragrances and numerous synthetic chemicals that can contribute to indoor air pollution and health issues. Though synthetic compounds can mask odors, they may also have adverse effects on human and pet health, as well as the environment.

The Benefits of All-Natural Aromatherapy

It’s time to replace artificial fragrances with the natural plant power of essential oils in your home-freshening routines. Switching to pure essential oil-based air fresheners and other plant-based products offers several advantages:

• Natural Ingredients: Essential oils are derived from plants, providing a pure and authentic fragrance without synthetic additives, which can be safer for all members of your household.

• Aromatherapeutic Effects: Many essential oils possess properties that can uplift mood, promote relaxation, or invigorate the senses, which is a great way to incorporate different blends into your daily home needs and preferences.

• Eco-Conscious: We take pride in our responsibly sourced sustainable plant-derived products; they’re vastly better for people, pets and the planet. They are both effective and safe.

Natural Air Care Product Swaps

Planet-friendly companies like Aura Cacia offer a diverse selection of air-care solutions designed to infuse your home or office with the power of nature, and transform your environment into a fresh, relaxing space — without adding harmful chemicals. Here are some ways to replace chemical-laden fresheners with safer and equally effective (if not more so) plant-based alternatives.Swap out air fresheners and fabric sprays for Aura Cacia Room Sprays and Aura Cacia Aromatherapy Mists.

Swap out air fresheners and fabric sprays for Aura Cacia Room Sprays and Aura Cacia Aromatherapy Mists.
Swap out bathroom deodorizers with Aura Cacia Toilet Sprays.
Swap out synthetic plug-ins for Aura Cacia Plug-Ins and Refills.
Swap out low-quality, adulterated essential oils for certified pure Aura Cacia Essential Oils and Diffusers.
Swap out paraffin and other petroleum-based candles with Beeswax & Plant-Based Wax Candles made from sustainably sourced ingredients such as coconut and soy.
Swap out incense containing synthetic fragrances and chemicals with Plant-Based Incense made from natural ingredients like herbs, resins, and pure essential oils.

Enjoy the Many Scents of Summer

Let’s take a look at some of the best summer scents that will bring sunshine, warmth and a welcoming embrace of refreshing calm into your home. The following broad categories should help you discover the ones that resonate with your personal style and needs. We hope you’re inspired by the many fragrances that can elevate your mood and enhance your summer experiences, helping you to enjoy the season to its fullest.

Citrus Grove

Nothing says summer like the bright citrus scents of lemon, lime, orange, and grapefruit — perfect for an energizing boost on sultry summer days. Straight-up solo or in a supporting role, citrus scents utilize the olfactory system's direct connection to the brain's limbic system, which is responsible for emotions and memory; this triggers positive responses like relaxation in stressful or anxious moments, which can enhance mental focus and clarity. In short, a little citrus zzzing! can make you smile, soften your shoulder tension, and help you go that extra mile. If you’d like a Citrus Grove aromatherapy experience, check out these products…

Aura Cacia Pure Essential Oils: Citrus Burst, Creative Juice, Grapefruit, Kid’s Clearing, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin Orange, Sweet Orange
Aura Cacia Fresh Room Spray: Fresh, Paradise
Aura Cacia Aromatherapy Mist: Kids Uplifting, Tangerine & Grapefruit
Aura Cacia Toilet Spray: Citrus Burst, Fresh
Candles: Aloha Bay Blue Positive Energy or Yellow Protection, Aroma Naturals Ambiance, Citronella Plus, or CitroSoy Vegepure

Island Getaway

Capture the essence of ocean air and soothing waves with a fragrance that joins sandy shorelines and gentle floral notes. To evoke an ocean state of mind that carries with it feelings of freedom, relaxation and safety, choose natural products with gentle floral, citrus, and salty notes. Citronella, with its lemony, herbaceous aroma, and the sweet-floral scent of ylang ylang are good choices. (Citronella also serves as an insect repellent, so it’s perfect for your patio and porch excursions.) For a more complex seashore vibe, blend those with oils like sweet orange, lime, lemongrass, or a few drops of homemade coconut oil. (See our DIY Coconut Oil recipe* at the end of this blog.) Escape to your favorite island with these products:

Aura Cacia Pure Essential Oils: Citronella, Ocean Air, Lemongrass, Sweet Orange, Vanilla
Aura Cacia Room Spray: Ocean Air, Paradise
Aura Cacia Toilet Spray: Ocean Air
Candles: Aloha Bay Happiness, Aroma Naturals Citronella, Bug Soothers, Honey Candle Citronella
Incense: Blue Pearl Premium Gold Champa Incense, Pondicherry Natural Vanilla

Mystical Forest

It’s a well-researched fact that a cool and calming, meditative walk under the forest’s shaded canopy offers health benefits. When you can’t get out into the deep woods, bring them into your home with earthy, grounding base scents that complement summer’s lighter notes. Enjoy the spirit of your favorite woodlands with the concentrated aroma of balsam fir needle, pine, and cypress, each on their own, or blended as a trio. Add a few drops of cedar for added depth and a subtle sweetness; adding lime will uplift your blend, permitting a hint of sunlight’s uplifting energy through the dense canopy. Get off the beaten path and discover new territory with a few of these…

Aura Cacia Pure Essential Oils: A Walk in the Woods Kit, Balsam Fir, Cedarwood, Copaiba, Cypress, Patchouli, Pine, Sandalwood, Tranquility, Vetiver
Aura Cacia Room Spray: Fresh
Aura Cacia Toilet Spray: Fresh
Aura Cacia Aromatherapy Mist: Kids Clearing
Candles: Aroma Naturals Evergreen, Honey Candle Co. Kootenay Forest Beeswax
Incense: Auroshikha Patchouli, Blue Pearl Cedarwood or Musk Champa, Pondicherry Natural Amber, Himalayan Cedar or Sandalwood

Calming Garden

Soft florals are reminiscent of childhood’s carefree summers, cooling breezes, and the soft drone of far-away busyness. Floral fragrances can help adults (and youngsters) enjoy a soothing spa-like experience, perfect to decompress after a long day, or simply to relax anytime. When calm is a requirement, lavender is the world’s favorite go-to. Next in line is the Queen of Flowers: the rose. There’s more to a rose than romance; its pleasant aroma helps trigger relaxation and opens the mind to calmness and trust. Another great floral is jasmine, reputed to promote relaxation. There are a myriad of enticing floral scents widely used in aromatherapy; with so many delightful aromas, it’s no wonder the fragrance of flowers has remained popular for thousands of years. Here are a few of our bestsellers you may also enjoy.

Aura Cacia Essential Oils: Blue Tansy, Chill Pill, Fresh Floral, Geranium, Lavender, Mellow Mix, Neroli, Petal Power, Pillow Potion, Relaxation, Rose
Aura Cacia Room Spray: Fresh Floral
Aura Cacia Aromatherapy Mist: Chill Pill, Lavender, Panic Button
Aura Cacia Toilet Spray: Fresh Floral
Candles: Aloha Bay Lavender Hills, Aroma Naturals Serenity, Honey Candle Co. Evening Bloom Beeswax
Incense: Auroshikha Myrrh, Blue Pearl Premium Silver Lotus, Pondicherry Natural Himalayan Cedar

Love Is in the Air

Summer is a great time of the year to meet new friends — and fall in love! The weather is warmer, you wear fewer clothes, your social life escalates and the next thing you know… romance is on your mind. Immerse yourself in the allure and excitement of the season with the aroma of bergamot, a natural oil that helps create a calming atmosphere for all who encounter it. Deepen connections with the warm, earthy notes of sandalwood, and hit a chord of perfect harmony with the smoky aroma of patchouli. Open your mind and heart to the season’s possibilities with these alluring scents….

Aura Cacia Essential Oils: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Cinnamon Leaf, Geranium, Love Potion, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Rose, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang
Aura Cacia Room Spray: Paradise
Aura Cacia Aromatherapy Mist: Patchouli & Sweet Orange
Candles: Aloha Bay Blue Positive Chakra Energy, Orange Love Chakra, or Rose Patchouli
Incense: Auroshikha Patchouli, Blue Pearl Musk Champa or Sandalwood; Pondicherry Natural Amber, Sandalwood, or Jasmine

Healing & Cleansing Herbals

Though summer may be a balm to the spirit, it also brings hot weather which can do the opposite to keeping your mood relaxed and calm. Keep soothing comfort on hand for when you’re out in the heat, with a few of these helpful scents. Eucalyptus and spearmint may help bring a refreshing aroma, while German chamomile and peppermint offer a cool, calming effect when the heat becomes a bit too much. When refreshing a space, be sure to use natural, plant-based cleaning products, like Seventh Generation, that are safe for all. If you make your own cleaning goods, refer to the essential oils below for refreshing additions.