Scented candles are the invention of our modern times, being used in aromatherapy and relaxation. To a certain extent, scented candles are the proof of the way necessity becomes a need for comfort over time. The first known candles appeared out of man’s need to keep light in the house, and later their usage expanded to the religious rites. But from that till the relaxation purposes scented candles serve today, it’s quite a distance.
The use of scented candles in our times
The fact is that scented candles have not a religious but an ambiance role. Quality wax candles are primary used in churches all over the world, as they symbolize the divine light that Christ brought to this world. Scented candles release a pleasant smell when burned, and their role extended to aromatherapy applications.
However, they are also used for bringing freshness to our homes. It is a known fact that candles reduce unpleasant smells from a room, for example tobacco smoke is eliminated successfully by a burning candle.
If we combine the classical candle with some aromatic oil or essence we obtain a very satisfactory result, on the one hand disturbing smells are...