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SCENTS TO LIFT YOUR SPIRITS
Create your own sanctuary in your space thanks to the many mood-altering powers of scented candles and home fragrances. Learn a thing or two about which scents uplift and which help you to unwind and find out the chosen candles your favourite celebrities add to their home’s ambiance…
VICTORIA BECKHAM ENJOYS ECOYA
According to Home & Décor, Posh Spice is drawn to the most summery of scents, sweet pea. This candle is on the fruity side of the fragrance wheel with hints of watermelon and cucumber. It is little wonder this fragrant sensation comes from Botany Bay, Australia care of eco-luxe candlemakers Ecoya.
Her candle of choice: Ecoya, Sweet Pea and Jasmine.
Aromatherapy benefits: Sweet Pea - aids creativity, soothes nerves. Jasmine - a natural sedative.
ALEXA CHUNG CHOOSES CIRE TRUDON
Street style's original IT girl and co-host of Netflix’s hit show Next in Fashion, Alexa Chung told The Strategist, “I find these so perfect because Cire Trudon candles are very potent…I’m drawn to a more masculine scent.” Make like Alexa and opt for the minty and ginger spiced notes of Abd El Kidder.
Her candle of choice: Cire Trudon, Abd El Kidder.
Aromatherapy benefits: Mint – recharging and refreshing. Ginger – reduces lethargy and anxiety.
BEYONCÉ LIGHTS DIPTYQUE
When asked what candles she uses by InStyle, Queen Bey reveals her love for the iconic scents and branding of Diptyque, choosing only "warm and sweet scents." Take a note from Mrs Carter and opt for a rich aroma sure to soothe you and Sasha Fierce after a long day.
Her candle of choice: Diptyque, Hazelnut Tree.
Aromatherapy benefits: Hazelnut Tree - calming, stress-relieving.
POPPY DELEVINGNE PICKS JO MALONE LONDON
Kate Middleton set a trend when she fragranced the aisle of Westminster Abbey with the rich scent of Orange Blossom by Jo Malone London during her wedding to Prince William in April 2011. Poppy Delevingne took a leaf out the Duchess’s book and followed suit for her wedding pairing Orange Blossom with her signature scent Peony & Blush Suede.
Her candle of choice: Jo Malone London, Peony & Blush Suede.
Aromatherapy benefits: Peony - uplifting.
JENNIFER ANISTON BURNS BYREDO
Want to know what is Jen’s favourite votive? The answer is Burning Rose by Byredo. In an interview with People, Jen describes how she has these dark romantic candles in her L.A. home and the movie trailers when she’s on set. Pure luxury, the brands signature black wax is encased in mouth-blown glass, all handmade in France.
Her candle of choice: Byredo, Burning Rose.
Aromatherapy benefits: Rose - eases mild pain, alleviates stress.
KATE MOSS FLICKERS NEOM
Blended with 100% natural wax and pure essential oils, these candles are a sure-fire way not to burn out. Neom has quite the cult following and is Kate Moss's aromatherapy based beauty company of choice. Kate’s pick, Real Luxury, harnesses the power of lavender, jasmine and Brazilian rosewood to lift your mood.
Her candle of choice: Neom, Real Luxury.
Aromatherapy benefits:Lavender - calmness and encourages sleep. Jasmine - a natural sedative. Rosewood - relieves slight headaches.
PERNILLE TEISBAEKS SIGNATURE STYLE IN SKANDINAVISK
Looking for Pernille’s scandi-cool, minimalist design aesthetic distilled into a candle? Then look no further, made Insta famous for the unique glow created from their glass votives (designed to be reusable for tealights once empty). However the real magic lies within, this romantic scent of strawberries, rose, garden peony and oakmoss is aptly named after the old Finnish word for love.
Her candle of choice: Lempi, Skandinavisk.
Aromatherapy benefits:Strawberries - energising. Rose - eases mild pain, alleviate stress. Oakmoss - an expectorant.
SALMA HAYEK DELIGHTS IN YVES SAINT LAURENT
The iconic scents of Yves Saint Laurent are synonymous with Hollywood royalty from Katherine Hepburn to Salma Hayek. Add this little luxury to your life to make your home smell A-lister worthy with a little help from this spicy and chypre scent.
Her candle of choice: Yves Saint Laurent, Le Vestiaire Des Parfums Tuxedo.
Aromatherapy benefits: Patchouli - relaxation. Cardamom - aids oxygen intake.
