Having a hard time falling asleep? You are certainly not alone. The fast modern way of living, filled with endless day-to-day tasks and not enough time to relax, can impact your quality of sleep. It’s important to find ways to improve your sleep quality and to feel energized and ready for the next day. Ensure the bedroom is dark enough, at the right temperature (not too warm or too cold), and try to remove any electronics that can disturb sleep. We really recommend trying to light a scented candle before bedtime to create a calming and relaxing atmosphere. So grab your favorite cup of tea with your soft blanket and enjoy the soothing effects of an aromatherapeutic candle in the comfort of your home. By lighting scented candles, you will bring a cozy and warm light effect and the perfect atmosphere to help with insomnia and reduce stress, both of which lead to a good night’s rest.

Scented candles are a great way to improve your sleep quality. Lavender, chamomile, sandalwood, and rose scents cause calming mental and physical effects on the brain. Your brain registers their smells, and certain chemicals react in ways that cause this soothing feeling of calmness and relaxation.

So now we can explore these scents and how they affect sleep.

Lavender Candle: Lavender scent is a go-to when we want to relax our body, mind, and soul. Studies have shown that if you inhale lavender before bedtime, you have better sleep quality. Other studies have found that lavender is effective at helping to stabilize moods and treat anxiety.

Chamomile Candle: Chamomile has been used as a mild sedative to help induce sleep for centuries. Chamomile’s calming effects are believed to come from an antioxidant called apigenin, which helps ease the brain into relaxation. Its mild, comforting essence helps reduce anxiety and set the stage for a restful night. You’ve probably tried sipping chamomile tea before bedtime, so why not prepare chamomile tea and light up a chamomile candle to enjoy all its soothing effects?

Sandalwood Candle: Sandalwood is a much-loved scent due to its woodsy aroma. Sandalwood’s warm, woodsy aroma has a remarkable ability to deepen relaxation. Sandalwood has been found to have a sedative effect that helps reduce wakefulness and increase amounts of non-REM sleep. It works by triggering a response in the brain that helps to relax the body and calm the mind. This makes it easier to drift off into a peaceful sleep.

Rose Candle: Rose scent is known to be closely related to the brain’s emotional and behavioral control centers. Not only does it help you sleep better, but it might also lead to happier and more positive dreams. In addition, research also suggests that inhaling rose could improve learning during sleep.