(Henrique Queiroga/CASACOR)
Once very common only in commercial projects, aromas are starting to gain a special place in homes. The reason for this is that these
smells go beyond freshness , they are also a way to make the
environment healthier and to value the
well-being of the home. . Experts from various fields of study agree that smell is quite powerful and capable of
transmitting diverse emotions . Interior designer Anna Persia Bastos explains that aromas, when inhaled, help to activate the
body's limbic system , a part that is directly related to
mood. , to emotion, to memory and even to behavioral patterns. A pleasant aroma can bring several benefits, including improving the
quality of your sleep . Do you know when you use clean bed linen and feel more comfortable? Now imagine that feeling in every room in your house.
What is aromatherapy?
Porto Maestri – Carol Porto e Isadora Maestri - Aromatmosfera. Projeto da CASACOR Santa Catarina 2022. (Lio Simas/CASACOR)
Aromatherapy is a holistic treatment that uses the power of smell to develop cures for different types of illnesses – whether physical or emotional. The treatment is carried out using essential oils and is recognized by the
Brazilian Association of Complementary Medicine (ABMC). Below, we have separated 5 tips for making aromatherapy part of your home and helping to make your home even more cozy:
Identify a scent that makes you feel good
Mariana Maisonnave Arquitetura e Interiores - Abraço. Projeto da CASACOR Santa Catarina 2022. (Lio Simas/CASACOR)
Before anything else, it is important to identify which scent makes you feel good and meets a specific need. Some scents can convey a feeling of calm and relaxation (such as
lavender and chamomile ), while others are capable of helping with
concentration – and can be best used in
home office , for example – like
sweet orange and lemongrass .
Scented candles are great options for creating a
pleasant scent and also
decorating your space . You can place one candle in the bathroom and another in your home office to help with relaxation and concentration, respectively. When decorating, placing them on
shelves, niches or trays makes all the difference and gives the look a very charming look.
Use an infuser
To ensure your home smells good all day long, you can invest in an infuser and add drops of essential oil to the device to release the aroma in a balanced, constant and automatic way.
Bath salts
Transforming your bathroom into a spa is possible by combining invigorating aromas with
bath time and self-care . Opt for salts that bring balance and a pleasant odor to help with relaxation -
lavender can be a great choice.
Clean and fragrant bed linen
Ju Nejaim Arquitetura -Quarto Pausa. Em meio a nossa vida agitada, um tempo de descanso e tranquilidade é fundamental para seguirmos em frente. Pensando nisso, a atmosfera do projeto é de um ambiente acolhedor, confortável e leve. Há elementos sensoriais como textura, luz e aroma, além de uma paleta de tons suaves, como o fendi, o off white e toques de madeira. As portas e janelas ficam abertas para contemplar a paisagem e deixar que a luz natural entre no interior. (MCA Estúdio/CASACOR)
One tip for improving the quality of your sleep is to use aromatherapy in your bedroom. Choose a scent that brings calm and tranquility (such as lemongrass, lavender, and lemon balm). If you have a
spray , apply it carefully to your
bed linens and
pillows to help keep
your sleep calm and relaxed. the scent will last well and you will have more direct contact with the aroma at bedtime. Just be careful with the dosage so it doesn't become cloying.
