Create A Passionate Night With Scented Candles
July 10, 2010 by Dana Burnett
Filed under Health
Are you looking for new and romantic ways to spice up your love life? Why not use scented candles to create a romantic atmosphere?
The methods of aromatherapy has long been put into use to change emotional behavior, amplify vitality, or improve sleep. The experience of smell has strong associative abilities. A little sniff of a distinct aroma can make us think of home, summers on a beach, or nippy fall mornings. Each aroma brings with it its own feelings and visuals in our thoughts, such as lavender or chamomile for sleep and peace. This same way of thinking applies to your love life.
To create a romantic night, place scented candles around the bedroom in a variety of areas. The plan is to bring about a tender shining light that will soften the look of your physical imperfections while letting your companion know right away that they are in for something exceptional!
Do you need help finding that correct scent? You could choose ordinary vanilla, but why not have a shot at something exclusively designed for generating that old romantic sentiment?
Cinnamon or Pumpkin Pie: The old adage is correct. The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach and smells that remind him of these baked items will immediately put him in the mood for love. These spicy smells are the best method to liven up your love life!
Jasmine: This earthy flowered scent might seem a tad old fashioned but it is a feminine aroma that brings to the surface the amorous side of even the most manly man. And what lady wouldn’t enjoy a little old fashioned romance?
Ylang Ylang: This fragrance has long been made use of as an aphrodisiac because of its calming and mood raising characteristics. A great option if your fellow can’t seem to unwind after a hard day at the office. This will have him thinking about anything but the paperwork waiting for him.
Oranges: The essential oils found in oranges were used by the Egyptians as an aphrodisiac and there was no greater temptress than Cleopatra. Known for ages for its arousal abilities, the fragrance of oranges may be the most potent of all the romantic scents. Use with caution! (Or wild abandon, the choice is yours.)
Juniper: This one comes from my own experience. Out of all the fragrances and body sprays that I have tried, this one had men stopping me in the street to compliment me on its fragrance (much to the displeasure of their dates!)
Shop for your scented candles meticulously, deciding on your favorite from the tips stated above. Use them to bring some extra romance to your date night and watch the sparks fly!

