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We all love a beautifully smelling home. It is without a doubt therapeutic for our mind, body, and soul. It helps us relax, ease our anxiety and alleviate our stresses (even for a brief moment) from the everyday hustle in life. But is that all there is to Aromatherapy? Let's find out. What is Aromatherapy? Aromatherapy, by definition, is a holistic healing treatment that uses natural plant extracts to promote health and well-being. Often, it’s called essential oil therapy. (Source: Healthline) How does it work?   Aromatherapy works in two different ways. The most well-known way is through the sense of smell. According to research, when the brain is triggered by a smell, it sets off certain reactions in the body. This explains why we (yes, including our furry friends) feel energized with the smell of coffee or relaxed with the smell of Lavender. Another way is through skin absorption. It has the ability to fight infection or relieve pain as it is absorbed by the skin because, essentially, they have beneficial properties that are anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-oxidant, and so much more. What are its benefits?   Aromatherapy is known to have therapeutic qualities that relieve stress, boost the immune system, and encourage overall well-being. Here are several conditions Aromatherapy is thought to help with:   Stress - There are certain scents that can trigger a relaxation response in the brain. Best used during a massage. Anxiety - Studies have found that aromatherapy can have a positive effect on those living with anxiety, as a complementary therapy. Insomnia - Having a relaxing scent in your home or adding essential oils to a warm, evening bath can help prepare your body and mind for sleep. Dementia - Research revealed many benefits for conditions such as dementia suggesting that aromatherapy may help treat feelings of agitation. Chronic pain - Aromatherapy is thought to be especially helpful for easing any chronic pain-related anxiety. Cancer - According to Cancer Research UK, many people with cancer turn to Aromatherapy for its ability to reduce pain and anxiety. Palliative care - Aromatherapy massage is becoming increasingly popular in palliative care. The combination of scent and massage is thought to help patients feel more relaxed and comfortable. Keep in mind that there are some essential oils that have side effects which may trigger asthma, rashes, allergic reactions, or skin irritation. Children and/or pregnant and lactating women should use essential oils with caution and under the supervision of a doctor. We always recommend doing your own research to find out what works best for you. Overall, Aromatherapy, indeed, provides us with countless benefits to help our well-being. Check out our Linen Spray that contains 100% Pure LAVENDER Essential Oil which was put together to meet any therapeutic needs. Click here. In our next blog, we will be covering the difference between a room spray and a linen spray, and where they are normally used. Subscribe to our mailing list to receive this next guide and learn more.   Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok   Subscribe to our mailing list to receive more similar articles like this! Got a question? Send us an email anytime at cozy@lumicandlesph.com  

If you're still undecided and debating with yourself on whether to get a Reed Diffuser or an Electric one, this blog might just help you rest the debate. Electric Oil Diffusers spread the fragrance by generating heat and spreading vapor through electricity while Reed Diffusers spread fragrance through reed sticks using the natural airflow you have at a certain area.How does a Reed Diffuser Work?A Reed Diffuser works by placing it in a well-ventilated area to constantly emit fragrance into the air. Reed Diffusers are known to last for about a month to 1.5 months.Reed Diffuser: ProsReed Diffusers are low-maintenance and simple to use, all you need is three things: the reed sticks, the bottle, and its fragrance oil. The mere simplicity of not having to switch it on and consume electricity sets it apart making it cost-efficient, and hassle-free. Oh, and it lasts longer!Reed Diffuser: Cons Since Reed Diffusers only rely on constant airflow it becomes hard for it to diffuse its fragrance whenever there is insufficient airflow or if the area it covers is too big. Lack of ability to control how it diffuses its fragrance. How does an Electric Oil Diffuser work?In contrast, from the name itself, Electric Oil Diffusers use electricity to diffuse their fragrance. It's available in several types such as; Nebulizing Diffuser, where it uses pressurized air, Humidifying Diffuser, where the fragrance oil is diluted in water, and Heat Diffuser where electric heat is used to evaporate the oil into the air.Electric Oil Diffusers: Pros Electric Oil Diffusers have an on and off button to control when you want the fragrance to start spreading.Electric Oil Diffusers also have a switch to control the intensity of the fragrance it diffuses and a timer to control the duration of how long it diffuses. Electric Oil Diffusers offer you much more control overall as compared to Reed Diffuser.Electric Oil Diffuser: Cons Electric Oil Diffusers are more expensive than Reed Diffusers. They consume electricity and so you spend double by buying the equipment, the oil and the electricity it needs to work.The fragrance does not last long and you have to constantly refill and monitor usage.There is no doubt that both Reed Diffusers and Electric Oil Diffusers deliver their own unique sets of benefits: Electric Oil Diffusers provide you with the ability to control fragrance diffusion, while Reed Diffusers provide you with ease of not having to mind it for a long period of time and saves you both money and energy.In essence, it all boils down to being able to save more while being able to reap the same benefits of having a cozy place with a great fragrance all day long.Reducing the use of electricity means less carbon footprint and fewer generated heat gasses that harm our planet. Our favor stands in inspiring each of us to live sustainably and be more environmentally conscious.Here's a quote from Sydney Smith that says, "It is the greatest of all mistakes to do nothing because you can only do little. Do what you can."If you are convinced to buy reed diffusers, you can check out our Reed Diffuser collection and bundles.In our next blog, we will be covering a few important things that you should know about reed diffusers.Subscribe to our mailing list to receive this next guide and learn more. Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok Subscribe to our mailing list to receive more similar articles like this!Got a question? Send us an email anytime at cozy@lumicandlesph.com

Commonly seen in hotels and spas, reed diffusers are another eco-friendly way to fill aroma in your space. Not only do they transform a space by exuding a luxurious and enticing atmosphere, but they also make it aesthetically pleasing. Its fragrance oils are made of renewable resources that are good for the health and the environment. The reed sticks are made out of either rattan or bamboo while the container is made up of glass which can complement any room. It is a more delicate and alternative approach to home fragrance but take note that not all reed diffusers are eco-friendly.Evidently, they last longer than scented candles. Some can last for up to a month or two. More often than not, a lot of people are still not familiar with how to use them and how they work.Here’s a breakdown of a few things you should know about reed diffusers:1. Flame-Free and Smoke-FreeUnfamiliarity with reed diffusers often leads people to think that they have to light up the reed sticks. DON'T! Reed sticks are different from incense sticks. Take note that reed diffusers are hazard-free and do not require electricity or flame in order to work.They are very simple and safe to use. You will just need to pour a few ounces of fragrance oil into the glass vessel and insert the reed sticks. The reed sticks will then soak up and absorb the fragrance oil, therefore dispersing scent into the air without having to keep an eye on them. In contrast to scented candles, which have to be lit up in order to work, but they do yield the same results.2. Disperses Constant FragranceUnlike scented candles which only emit fragrance when they're lit, reed diffusers will constantly disperse scent into the air as long as there's fragrance oil in the vessel.If there's no more fragrance oil left, you can simply have it refilled.Ideally, reed diffusers are placed in entrances, foyers, bathrooms, or in certain areas where people frequently pass by.3. Scent Intensity Can Be Adjusted If you have a larger space, there's a big chance that the fragrance of the reed diffuser will be too subtle for you. Certainly, it is possible to adjust the intensity of the scent throw. I. By simply inserting more reed sticks. Although, you have to take note that the more reed sticks you add, the faster the oil is going to evaporate making it not last as expected. However, there's no need to worry about it as there are sustainable brands that offer easy refills of reed diffuser fragrance oils. II. By flipping the reed sticks. You are creating a new wave of fragrance dispersion. You can do this twice a week or every day to keep them from clogging. The same logic applies as above, the more times you flip them, the faster the fragrance oil will also evaporate. Nevertheless, there are sustainable brands that offer replaceable reed sticks that are eco-friendly.In conclusion, reed diffusers often live up to what's expected of them. If you are the type of person who's always busy at work. Consider this as a great alternative to freshen up your space. With the right scent and the least effort that you can do to supervise them, it's never been more fit for you.Be sure to check out our sophisticated and minimalistic reed diffusers anytime.On our next blog, we will be covering aromatherapy, its benefits, and the things you don't know about it YET.Subscribe to our mailing list to receive this next guide and learn more. Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin Subscribe to our mailing list to receive more similar articles like this!Got a question? Send us an email anytime at cozy@lumicandlesph.com

It's that time of the year when we gather together to eat, drink, exchange presents, play our favorite games, chat and have a great time with the family.🍾 This is also the time when we get our much-awaited Christmas bonuses and 13th-month pay! Woohoo! Aren't you excited?!Even though we are still under a very rough time, we are still very blessed to have our family around, gifts and food to share, a place wherein we can have a small get together and a quick catch-up, and a mobile phone and a computer which we can use to reach our loved ones that we cannot physically meet in-person at the moment.Technology has really caught up and somehow provided us with several solutions that opened opportunities for us to get going with our lives. We can now enjoy the inventions that took years in development for us to use and take advantage of.Don't you just feel privileged? Imagine living in the world we are in now 30 years prior, not having a mobile phone and internet in our pockets or even an efficient delivery service. At a push of a button, you can now easily shop from your favorite stores and get what you want and need in an instant wherever you are!All of these magnificent things are created by man, however, we've also "unconsciously" created considerably high volumes of trash. Trash that all too often we do not dispose of properly which affects the way the world is acting right now; uncontrollable floods, landslides, contaminated water, and infected produce. We have also been the ones contributing to the ill-effects of the world we are living in right now.This is why we are giving you 3 Things to Consider this Christmas:#1 - Consider The Person You Are Gifting ToWhen sending a gift to your special someone, the most important thing to consider is NOT the price of the gift that you are giving. It's the intention and gesture that you show in letting them know that they are special to you.Tip: By leaving a personal note, you are not just giving them a material gift but also showing your love and affection for them. Learn more here.#2 - Consider Our Less Fortunate Brothers and SistersLeft and right tribulations.People losing jobs, nothing to eat or drink, and a lot of uncertainties caused by the recent calamities like typhoon, volcano eruption, and more.Tip: Stay informed of your local community initiatives in giving refuge or donations to those who were affected. No amount of donation is measured to be big or small. Remember that compounded donations go a long way and could bring happiness and save countless lives.Learn more about the cause that we are supporting with Waves For Water here. #3 - Consider Our EnvironmentPlastics, Styrofoam, and other harmful and non-compostable items and wraps just literally add more ill-effects to our environment. Consider using recycled materials such as papers, boxes, or other decomposable materials when you are wrapping and preparing your gifts.Be more conscious of the products and items you pick. Choose brands that make a conscious effort to NOT ANYMORE contribute to the massive non-compostable trash being produced every second. Explore what we mean by eco-friendly and sustainable packaging here.Tip: Prevent from buying things out of impulse. Learn to re-use and recycle items that you purchased or received. Get creative and think of ways on how you can re-purpose some of the items you think of throwing away.These baby steps go a long way if practised by all of us.Happy Holidays!🎄 Cheers!🥂Subscribe to our mailing list to receive this next update and learn more. Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin Subscribe to our mailing list to receive more similar articles like this!Got a question? Send us an email anytime at cozy@lumicandlesph.com

It is admittedly one of the most annoying sights to see when your candle starts tunneling. A total nuisance! Especially when you've invested good money for your favorite candles just to find them turning ugly and getting wasted. 🕯️ Unfortunately, this happens to any candles regardless of the price. Time to stop missing out on your candles' full potential! Here are 5 simple and effective ways to fix it:   How to Fix Candle Tunneling 1. Use your handy hairdryer. Turn your hairdryer on to the "Hot" or "Heating" option. Direct the hot air towards the uneven sides of your candle. Workaround this portion of uneven wax to spread it evenly. Keep at it for a minute or two depending on the heat from your blower.   NOTE: Avoid pointing your blower to only one section for too long because you might burn the candle wick from prolonged overexposure to heat.   2. Wrap an aluminum foil around your candle's vessel (The Foil Method). Cut the appropriate amount of aluminum foil to completely cover the top of your candle jar Wrap this tightly around your candle jar Light your candle and allow the heat to spread Aluminum foil will retain the heat inside longer and give enough time for the sides to melt   3. Pop it into the oven for 2 minutes. Set your oven at around 80 Degrees Celsius / 175 Fahrenheit. Heat for 2 minutes. It will evenly melt the top of your candles giving it a smooth and even finish. NOTE: DO NOT put your candles inside a microwave oven! Candles usually have metal wick butts that can be dangerous when put inside a microwave oven.   4. Get a candle topper. A candle topper is a nice accessory that typically works like TIP 2 - The Foil Method. It serves as an insulator to keep the heat equally distributed for the wax to melt all the way to the edge. 5. Move the flame of your candle around. Hold the container and tilt it to the uneven part of the candle Intentionally melt the wax of your candles.   It's better to prevent these things before it actually happens. There are 3 simple tips to avoid candle tunneling when you light your first scented soy candle (LUMI).   How to Avoid Candles from Tunneling 1. Leave your candles lit up for a minimum of two hours every time you light them up Let your candles burn 1-hour for every inch in diameter for easy trimming!   2. Let your candles create a wax pool Allow your candles to heat up until the wax is melted all the way across the edge of their containers. This creates a flat surface on the top layer.   3. Place your candles away from fans or where the air is blowing The flame should be staying still and pointed upwards to ensure even heat distribution and melting!   By the way, if you want to have a look at our scented soy candles (LUMIs), you can check our full collection.     Frequently Asked Questions Can you microwave a candle to fix tunneling? No. Candles usually have metal wick butts that can be dangerous when put inside a microwave oven. Why does my candle not burn evenly? The heat is generated from the middle so that is the area that would burn faster. Ensure that you burn your candle for 3-4 hours so the heat can spread through the entire candle surface. How do I get my candle to burn evenly? You can use a candle topper. The simplest way is really to let your candle burn for 3-4 hours at a time. Why do I get sinkholes in my candles? Sinkholes occur when the wax cools much too quickly. Two things can cause this You poured the hot candle wax into a cool container You poured the candle wax too hot and it didn’t cool enough.   Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin Subscribe to our mailing list to receive more similar articles like this!   Got a question? Send us an email anytime at cozy@lumicandlesph.com

The long-burning is over! Paraffin Candles lost 8-9 hours short to Soy Scented Candles. In other words, you get more value for money by choosing Soy Candles over the all-so mainstream Paraffin Candles. How is this? Let's begin by differentiating the two scented candle. Paraffin wax is a by-product of refined gasoline coming from crude oil that consists hydrocarbon mixture, while soy wax on the other hand, from the name itself, gives it away. It comes from soybeans more specifically from unsaturated fatty acids that were converted to saturated fat which makes it natural and a more stable compound. As opposed to paraffin, soy wax is purer and more intact - thus makes it burn at a lower melting point. In any case, this is not why we are writing this blog. We just want to put it out there to prevent any confusion 🤪   So, going back to our main topic, here are 5 THINGS you should know about Soy scented candle & Paraffin candles:   1. Soy burn longer than Paraffin Scented Candles Soy wax requires more heat to burn, while paraffin wax reacts fast to heat and therefore burns faster.   2. Soy wax is from soybean fat while Paraffin wax is a by-product of refined gasoline/petroleum To be straightforward about it, soy wax burns cleaner since it is vegetable-based and non-toxic, while paraffin wax holds a lot of impurities and leaves stains on nearby surfaces or containers being used.   3. Paraffin wax has a stronger scent throw than soy wax Paraffin wax holds more scent and releases stronger fragrance over soy wax. This is because paraffin wax burns faster thus emit fragrance faster. Soy wax, on the other hand, takes more time to burn and emits a more subtle scent. Both can be aroma candles.   4. Paraffin wax is non-biodegradable while soy wax is 100% biodegradable Paraffin wax, like plastics, requires approximately 100 years to completely breakdown which is NOT good for the environment. It also releases petro-carbon soot that is harmful to health. On the contrary, soy wax is soot-free and emits 0% petro-carbon soot which does not pollute the air quality where it is being lit.   5. Soy candle stains are easy to remove Soy wax can easily be washed off just by using regular hand soap. With paraffin wax, you easily ruin a beautiful shirt because of its wax's stain. Have you ever accidentally spilled a regular candle on your hand? It hurts, doesn't it? This is not the case for soy candles! 😉   Ultimately, a soy scented candle succeed paraffin candles in more ways than what we have shared. This explains why a soy scented candle are priced higher than a paraffin scented candle.   BUT what if there is a store that sells cheap - premium scented soy candles? One that is cheaper (and healthier) than any other well-known paraffin wax-based candles in the market? That would be great, isn't it? Look at our site to find these! Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin Subscribe to our mailing list to receive more similar articles like this! Got a question? Send us an email anytime at cozy@lumicandlesph.com