Tropical Frangipani Scent

Nothing registered when I first heard the name frangipani.  I thought, "What is that?  Is that a tree?  Or a flower?"  Little did I know that I have actually seen this before.

Frangipanis are commonly known as plumeria.  Now, did that name sound familiar now?  They are those pretty and fragrant flowers that are often seen in yellow or white although there are times that they come in the shade of pink and orange.  It usually has five silky petals that spiral into a long bud.  They are called differently in several parts of the world which is probably the reason why it took a while before I recognized it.  For example, it is called as Pomelia in Italy, Tipanier in Tahiti, Kemboja kuning in Malaysia, Phool in India and Kalachuchi in the Philippines.

Frangipani in LEIS

This tree is native to Mexico and the Caribbean but it's often associated with the tropical islands or Hawaii and Tahiti.  Can you picture them now?   One of the characteristics of Frangipani is that they are able to maintain their colour and fragrance longer.  These flowers are used in making leis to mark important events such as marriage and birth.  Because of their bright colours, they make attractive eye-catching leis.  To make them, the flowers are soaked in water for 10 minutes, dried and then put into a string. 

Frangipani Scent

KARMA SENSES Fragrant Reed Diffuser
Frangipani Scent

Frangipani is one of the scents used in aromatherapy.  It has a sweet, fruity and floral scent.  It blends well with Ylang Ylang, Lavender and Bergamot.

The frangipani essential oil is derived from the petals and extracted using steam distillation.  It is one of those scents that can soothe and uplift your soul.  Inhaling its fragrance can relieve stress and relax your mind and body.  You would be able to regain your confidence and your self-esteem fast.  After a long stressful day at work, all you need to do is have a Karma Senses frangipani scented aroma diffuser ready, close your eyes and get lost in the sweet aroma of fragipani.  I'm pretty sure you'd come out feeling rejuvenated, calm and happy.  The frangipani essential oils moisturizes dry skin and relaxes the nerves and the muscles that's why it is often used by several massage therapists.

Aside from aromatherapy, the essential oil is also suitable for soap making, perfumery and candle making.  Some of the fragrances that have frangipani are Plumeria by TerraNova and Lilabelle Kate Moss for women.

KARMA SENSES Oil Burner, Fragrant Oil, Fragrant Crystals,
and scented Tealight Candles Gift Pack

Now you can experience the soothing scent of frangipani at home with Karma Senses aroma diffusers.  You can also get the Karma Senses oil burner gift set or the MiKeRa aroma diffuser gift set for your friends and love ones so they too can explore its soothing and uplifting effects.

 Check out the rest of the aroma diffuser ranges on our website.

Have you used Frangipani aroma before? Did you like it? 

Why Use Unscented Candles?

Should you get scented or unscented candles?  I’m sure each one of you will have different answers. It may depend on your preference or it may depend on where you’re going to use them or what you need them for.  Even before essential oils are added on to waxes, unscented candles are what the people have been using in the past in order to provide light when it’s dark.  They are also used in creating the mood for special events or occasions. 

KARMA SENSES Pillar Candle.
Perfect for a blackout!

Unscented candles are candles that are produced without adding the scent of quality essential oils to produce distinctive smell such as rose or vanilla.  When unscented candles are lighted, what you smell is just the natural wax scent.

Any scented candles can have an unscented version.  That means that they can be produced in different sizes, style, shapes or form like tapers, tea lights, votives, pillars and floating candles.  They can also be produced in beautiful and colourful glass jars and cans and made from different types of waxes.

Why should you consider getting unscented candles in the first place?  There are several reasons.

KARMA SENSES Unscented Floating Candles.
Perfect for decorating a water feature or bath.

Perhaps the most obvious reason for buying unscented candles is the cost.  Unscented candles are definitely cheaper compared to the scented ones.  This is the very same reason why they can be used as emergency candles during blackouts. 

Do you know anyone who is sensitive to certain fragrances?  Are you inviting someone over who gets a headache or has difficulty breathing when exposed to very strong scents?  Then getting unscented candles will be a good choice so you can ensure that everyone you invited will have a great time.

Scented candles will also not work for people who were diagnosed with asthma.  Fragrances or scents can trigger an allergic reaction which is the reason why they should be avoiding the scented candles.  Despite being diagnosed with such illness, you can still enjoy the beauty of candles and the light that emanates from it simply by getting unscented candles.

KARMA SENSES Pillar Candles.
Perfect for a moody installation.

Are you planning a dinner party for your friends or family?  Unscented candles are the perfect choice.  In an environment where there are already various scents present, unscented candles will surely not fight with the delicious aroma of the food on the table.  It's a safe candle to use as a centrepiece for the occasion and as added decoration on the buffet table.

How about you? Have you used unscented candles lately?

View a variety of unscented candles here.

KARMA SENSES Unscented Square Votive Candles.
Perfect for decorating the dinner table.