Home Fragrance
Get home fragrance advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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Scents that mosquitoes hate – 7 natural, non-toxic and delightful fragrances to keep these biting insects at bay
These scents are loved by humans for their aesthetic and therapeutic qualities – but they're repelled by the notorious fly
By Megan Slack Last updated
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Transform your home's ambience with the best reed diffusers – recommended by master perfumers, and tested in our homes
Find your signature scent and enjoy it for weeks
By Ottilie Blackhall Last updated
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The best spring scents for fragrancing your home this season
I asked an expert panel of perfumers and florists to share their favorite spring scents to freshen up your interiors
By Emilia Hitching Published
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Elton John's home fragrance collection is 'a tribute to the optimism and beauty that spring brings' – and it's under $45 to scent your home this April
Slatkin + Co. teamed up with Elton John to create a home scent inspired by his historic Woodside Estate – they're beautiful, affordable, and selling quickly
By Sophie Edwards Published
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More than just a scent – experts reveal you can 'enhance well-being' by picking functional fragrances for your home
They have 'been composed specifically to interact with your brain', experts explain
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How we tests reed diffusers at Homes & Gardens to bring you our top picks
Learn everything about the crucial criteria we use to recommend reed diffusers
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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I love my expensive Malin+Goetz room spray for banishing dog odors at home – but I’ve found the perfect alternative for under $15
A spritz of these spring scents last up to two hours
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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I tried using a Zodiac candle to cleanse my home of bad energy and kick-start my spring decluttering with surprising results
This home scenting idea is out of this world
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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11 ways to make your house smell nice – from non-toxic candles and natural simmer pots to DIY room sprays and long-lasting home fragrances
Deep-clean, deodorize and scent your way to a fresh space
By Ottilie Blackhall Last updated
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I ditched smokey incense sticks and candles for non-toxic dry-fragrance reeds – now my house always smells like a luxurious hotel for just $18
They smell so good and last for longer than oil reed diffusers
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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How to banish bathroom smells for good – cleaning pros reveal 8 simple tasks they swear by for a 'heavenly' bathroom
From declogging the drains to using odor-eaters and more
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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How to make your bedroom smell good for sleep – 9 unusual alternatives to traditional lavender scents
Dreamy notes to promote rest and relaxation
By Ottilie Blackhall Last updated
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5 non-toxic ways to make your home smell nice all the time – without harming your health or the planet
Clean, simmer and spritz your way to a great smelling space
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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7 dryer sheet alternatives to detoxify your laundry routine – these surprising swaps experts swear by are likely in your home already
We look at four dryer sheet replacements that are better for your clothes and the environment
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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I switched to these electric diffusers and my home now always smells luxurious – they're easy to control and much more potent than reed diffusers
Electric diffusers are better value for money and have versatile running options
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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Is there a burning smell coming from your vents? Experts reveal 4 common causes, when you should call the pros, and when it's time to dial 911
Don’t panic – here’s how to diagnose the issue quickly
By Chiana Dickson Published
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5 things safety experts warn to watch out for so you can pick truly non-toxic candles
Avoiding these will help you pick the ultimate non-toxic candle for your home
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Victoria Beckham's favorite candle causes 'everyone who walks in' to talk about the 'amazing smell' – it's from a cult-favorite brand beloved by celebrities
The former Spice Girl scents her office with Diptyque's luxurious Figuier Vert candle – and the warm and woody fig fragrance is absolutely dreamy
By Sophie Edwards Published
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Professional cleaners reveal 6 secrets they swear by for banishing lingering cooking odors fast
You can eliminate food smells with ease
By Ciéra Cree Published
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What your home fragrance says about you – plus, master perfumers reveal how to pick the perfect signature scent for your space
Scent speaks volumes and set the tone for your home
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Kendall Jenner's mindful home fragrance accessory is just as stylish as it is calming – the sculptural form is perfect for styling a coffee table
Kendall Jenner's meditation routine makes her home smell (and look) gorgeous – it's easy to replicate her style with a simple but striking accessory
By Sophie Edwards Published
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Fragrance layering is the key to making your home's aromas long-lasting and luxurious
It will elevate the sensory experience of your home
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published
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Hilary Duff's scent-scaping method allows your home to evolve with your mood – her new fragrances 'elevate the little moments throughout your day'
The actress, who avidly practices scent zoning, has given us the incentive to try it ourselves – her new line is the perfect blend of cozy, bold richness
By Hannah Ziegler Published
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I was tired of my trash can smelling – but this expert-approved paper towel and essential oil hack really works
Quick and effortless, I now use this cleaning hack in every trash can
By Rebecca Shepherd Published
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How to beat common Christmas Day odors at home – 6 tricks to freshen up common Holiday smells
Ward off everything from cooking aromas to stale air with these quick cleaner-approved tricks
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Love that fresh laundry smell? Here's how to make your home smell like clean linen 365 days a year
Crisp, clean and calming – the scent of linen defies seasons, and works in any space
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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I have four dogs and have never received so many ‘your home smells amazing’ compliments until I started using this Jo Malone diffuser – this bestseller is still $30 cheaper than usual
Jo Malone's Pomegranate Noir scent is sensational
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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This genuinely amazing NEOM portable essential oil diffuser cleared my embarrassing entryway odors – it's on sale at the lowest price ever
Shoe odors be gone with this simple entryway savior
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Give the gift of an amazing smelling home – 5 Black Friday deals that will make the perfect gifts for the home fragrance lovers in your life
I'm a homes writer, and these are the deals I'm adding to my basket
By Ottilie Blackhall Published