Incense
There's something about incense that makes a place feel sophisticated and well traveled—from South American "holy wood" to Japanese matchsticks that conveniently only burn for ten minutes.
Tools to Make Your Place Smell Better
Mood-setting has never been so important
The more time you spend at home, the more you rely on the little things to make your space feel special. We've never tended to our plants more. Our floors have never been cleaner. And a good fragrance not only clears the air (literally), but it has the ability to change your mindset. The meditative flicker of a candle's flame helps set the mood for a more serene evening. The subtle wisps of white smoke hovering above some Japanese incense or a singed stick of palo santo transport you to another place. Somewhere exotic or luxurious—which comes in handy when so many of us are living, working and cooking within the same four walls day after day. Because a well-scented home is anything but mundane. The tools below are all designed to upgrade any airspace. So whether you like the travel-inspired ritual of lighting incense or prefer options that require little to no work, here are our team's tried and true suggestions.
The Best Home
Fragrances for Men
Palo Santo sticks,$19.95 / $15.95 by Skeem Design
Sandalwood incense,
$15 by Hasami Porcelain
Douglas fir campfire incense,
$12 by Juniper Ridge
Incense matches,
$12 by Hibi
Candles
Candles are an essential for any home if you ask us. These are the ones we're burning at our homes now. From pot leaves and tobacco to CBD vapor, they make for work-appropriate vices.
Cypress extra-strength CBD massage candle,
$68 / $45 by Yield Design Co.
Cowboy Kush candle,
$32 by Boy Smells
Big Sur candle,
$35 by Square Trade Goods Co.
Pot Pourri
Want the scent without having to worry about trimming wicks and managing a flame? These aren't your grandma's potpourri. They're made from Tuscan botanicals, lava rocks and tree resin.
Terre Noire pourri apothicaire,
$145 by Mad et Len
Pot pourri Ambre d'Or,
$80 by Bastide
Italian pot pourri,
$35 by Santa Maria Novella
Essential Oils
These are the ultimate aromatherapy tool. Let a diffuser disperse all-natural essential oils into the air, like these blends specifically designed for relaxation or a boost of energy.
W2 Aroma diffuser,
$69.99 by Objecto
Relax oil blend,
$25 by Campo
Energy diffuser blend,
$16 by Saje
The Only Acceptable Air Freshener
$55 by Aesop
Most air fresheners smell like, well, air fresheners. And that's not usually a good thing. But if you want a simple and straightforward way to lift the aroma of a room, this long-lasting spray by Aesop provides a sophisticated scent of spice and wood.
$55 by Aesop
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