Richly Scented
Candle
A richly scented
candle may be just what is needed to set the scene for a
romantic evening. The candle flickering gently in the
breeeze, the shadows dancing around the room, the
fragrance filling every corner, and the scene
is set. The worries of the day fade into the
background, and the body begins to relax taking in the
fragrance of the richly scented candle. Life is
good.
The
Romance Of Highly Scented
Candles
by Marguerite Bonneville
Before the discovery and
widespread use of electricity, candles and firelight were the
only instruments humans could rely on to navigate after dark.
But in the 21st century, they are two of the most effective
stimuli for creating a romantic mood. And if you use a highly
scented candle, you'll create an even more effective sensual
experience.
Candles affect us on a number of
different levels:
1. Gazing at a flame is a
mesmerizing experience and relaxes both the eyes and the
mind.
2. Because a candle throws
light on a relatively small area, it creates a sense of
intimacy among the people basking in its glow.
3. On an emotional level, a
candle induces a sense of warmth, even though it emits very
little heat.
4. A candle can also capture
the eye through the beauty of its color and design, which
are enhanced by the flickering flame.
5. A highly scented candle
adds more pleasure to the mix by stimulating the olfactory
senses.
You can use highly scented
candles to create a romantic atmosphere during intimate
evenings at home, or you can give them to special people in
your life as gifts.
There are so many varieties of
candles now available in the marketplace that you're sure to
find one to suit every taste.
Candle Uses:
1.
Aromatherapy
The study of how scent
affects the central nervous system is centuries old. Modern
day aromatherapists can evaluate a client's situation and
prescribe a remedy in one short consultation. Highly
scented candles can be used in the same way as essential
oils to change a person's frame of mind in a calm and
non-threatening way.
Here are some uses for highly
scented or aromatherapy candles:
a. To help a person feel
calm, give them a candle scented with
chamomile.
b. A lavender candle will
induce a feeling of serenity.
c. To help someone with
flagging energy, give him or her a sandalwood
candle.
d. To help restore a
person's spirit, give a candle scented with ocean
breeze.
2.
Relaxation
a. Candles are often used
in meditation, and suitable types include chakra
candles and Feng Shui candles.
b. Meditators often use
an aromatherapy burner fueled by tealights or votive
candles.
c. Give highly scented
candles to someone who enjoys taking baths by
candlelight.
3. Color
Therapy
a. Choose soft colors or
light and neutral shades for people who love to
relax.
b. Give strong colored
candles to people who love to celebrate.
4.
Celebration
a. Candles are regularly
used in ceremonies such as christenings, birthdays,
weddings and funerals.
Most candles are made from
beeswax, paraffin, soy, gel and other materials such as
resins. You can purchase clean burning soy candles if you
or the people around you suffer from allergies or
hypersensitivity.
Candle Shapes
Candles come in all shapes and
sizes:
1. Long thin candles known as
pillars and tapers
2. Small candles including
votive and tealights
3. Geometric shapes,
including balls, pyramids, squares and
rectangles
4. Character
shapes
5. Candles in decorative
containers such as glass, wire or steel vases
All of these, with the possible
exception of character shapes, make great romantic gifts. And
even a character shaped candle can be romantic if it has a
special significance. For example, a candle shaped like a
snowman can remind her of the night you fell in love while
building a snowman in her parents' yard.
Most women love candles of any
kind, and men who take pride in their surroundings will also
appreciate a beautifully crafted candle.
Choosing a
Candle
Here are some commonsense tips to
help you choose a great romantic candle:
1. Keep in mind the colors
the person favors in his or her home. Don't give her a
sparkling blue candle if her living room is decorated in
shades of peach. Don't give him a red candle if his
apartment is painted in olive tones.
2. Go for clean, classical
lines when you buy, like elegant tapered candles or classic
round candles, either short or tall, in clear, beautiful
colors.
You can buy a more
extravagantly decorated candle if you know the person will
absolutely love it. Or you might buy a fun candle for
someone with a great sense of humor. If you're absolutely
stuck, buy white.
3. If you know the person
well, you might choose a candle that fits in with his or
her interests. A zodiac candle will thrill an astrology
buff, while a pyramid candle will please an ancient history
enthusiast. You can find a whole range of candle containers
that feature dolphins, butterflies and other motifs that
make for an excellent personalized gift. Choose a highly
scented candle that features one of their favorite
scents.
4. Take into account the
person's allergies or beliefs about using natural products.
Look for candles made of environmentally friendly materials
like soy.
It's worth taking the time to
think through the other person's preferences before you buy a
candle for a romantic gift. People recognize when thought has
gone into a gift selection, just as they sense when the choice
was haphazard. Your thoughtfulness will add immeasurably to
their appreciation of your gift.
Marguerite Bonneville is a Master Practitioner
of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) whose
passion is publishing information online. She
is a contributing writer for http://www.romantic-gift-ideas-online.com,
a resource site dedicated to helping
visitors find the perfect romantic
gift.
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