The calendar may have changed from winter to spring, but are you still feeling like it’s the dead of winter inside? Are you ready to your internal clock to start hearing the birds chirping and enjoy the sweet smells of Mother Nature?
Here’s why those plugins, candles and melts are much more important than you realize to your well being. Of all your senses, the olfactory system is the most dynamic. It doesn’t just allow you to enjoy the smell of a rose,
Of all your senses, the olfactory system is the most dynamic. It doesn’t just allow you to enjoy the smell of a rose, it also immediately connects you to a memory attached to the smell, like when your first boyfriend gave you a rose AND the way you felt when he did. It’s the connection between your smell receptors, your memory and your emotions that make the power of smell, well, so powerful. Of course, for me and my huge love of food, I choose to surround myself with all things that smell like food, not just because I like sugar cookies, but because I’m transported to a time when I enjoyed making Christmas cookies with a loved one at Christmas time and how they made me feel.
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So if you’re looking to get out of your funk AND get the housework done, then go light up a candle. Yep, it can be that easy.
Recently my grandfather passed so my I’m not exactly feeling sunshine and flowers lately, but I’ve got to get moving on all my mom/wife/boss lady tasks. While the idea of jumping a plane to a tropical location to sip a pineapple-filled with pina colada did seem to be a quick way to happiness, budget, time constraints and all that jazz kinda kept that from happening. However, burning a Tiki Colada candle from Walmart’s exclusive 719 Walnut Avenue that smelled like the sweet, creamy concoction did a pretty fantastic number on improving my outlook and got me to wash the dishes, too.
If you’re looking to get a SPRING into the season, it’s just as easy as finding the right scent to match the idea of spring. A five-minute run through the air freshener aisle at your neighborhood Walmart might actually be actually what the doctor prescribed for a little picker-upper.
Several brands are featuring springtime scents just to get us all in the right state of mind (cue a little Jay-Z):
If the idea of a Hawaiian getaway sounds right up your alley, but isn’t in your schedule, consider Air Wick’s Life Scents Turquoise Oasis Scented Oil. With driftwood, sea spray and warm breeze, you’ll be whisked off to a hammock in paradise just a few minutes after you plugin that warmer plugged in.
Don’t need to getaway, but want to just enjoy the smell the sweetness of a mid-afternoon rain? Sunshine Showers from Glade is the right combination for you with the aromas of daffodil and dew.
Looking for a fresh clean smell that doesn’t resemble plain-ole soap or remind you of the big heap of laundry waiting for you to do? Then Febreeze’s Ginger Verbena combines an outdoorsy-meets-spicy-woodsy-with-citrus-love. Yes, that’s how I describe it. Kinda like wine, you get what you want out of a smell and this scent is pretty clean, but it a good, not sterile way.
If you’re more of a Dorothy gal that likes the idea of walking through a pasture of poppies (and your nose isn’t going to hate you later from the allergies), then the mild-sweetness of Poppy Grove will get you in the mood without your ruby slippers ever having to leave home (except for the quick drive to the store to get it.)
And since it’s always good to pass on the favor of feeling good to another person – let’s call it Smelling it Forward, then I’ve got a $5 giftcard for Walmart for one reader so you can go pick up any of these seasonal scents to get you in a great mood for spring!
Madeline says
My favorite scent is cinnamon.
Emily says
Cinnamon
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
I would love to feel like I am on a Hawaiian vacation in my own home! That’s awesome.
Jenna Wood says
I love the smell of anything with citrus- we use a lot of Febreze products in our home and car. It’s true, fragrances can transform you anywhere.
Jennifer says
I have three dogs, so I’m a big fan of air fresheners. These are great!
Laura (Another Cent Saved) says
I frequently change my mood with candles. All you have to do is close your eyes inhale deeply and transport yourself. Life is stressful enough that we all deserve a mini me moment in our own homes. Thanks for pointing out what I already do 🙂
Shauna says
I love fresh scents and it sounds like Sunshine Showers is perfect for me. I tell you, a good candle just changes your mood, doesn’t it.
Liz Mays says
Mmm I’d love to have some spring scents in the house. Turquoise Oasis sounds really good. A Hawaiian getaway? Yes please!
Vera Sweeney says
I prefer baked good candles. It is crazy how much our sense of smell impacts our life.
Sunny says
My favorite scents are always lighter food scents. I also love coconuts for spring!
Shelley Zurek says
Alas I am allergic to so many scents. I feel like I am missing so much of the world, especially the way you describe these smells.
Lisa Collins says
I am loving the new scents Glade has out! I need to stock up for the house!
Meagan says
I LOVE the smells of spring! Febreeze has some of my favorite scents to help my home feel like spring!
Cathy @ Our Mini Family says
Having a nice smelling home definitely does put a smile on my face! It also really relaxes me, too!
Melissa says
Oh, I NEED to pick up the Hawaiian one. It would put me in such a good mood!
Ann Bacciaglia says
This is a great idea. I do not feel like it is spring yet. I will have to get some of the great spring scents to get my mind on track.
Shelia S says
I love vanilla, and I love citrus scents.
Julie says
I love having air fresheners in the bathrooms and the ginger one sounds really intriguing!
Ally says
I love the smell of lavender and fresh laundry!
deanna says
My favorite scent is hazelnut.
Jena says
I love clean laundry smells!
Wendy Pesce says
My favorite scent is cinnamon
Christina says
Ginger Verbena sounds like my favorite.
katie hanson says
sunshine showers sounds fantastic!!
Lyndsey says
Cinnamon is my fave!
Connie says
My favorite scent is a clean scent like a fresh breeze.
Soo says
I love the smell of the air after a fresh snow.
Kelli Taylor says
I like anything coconutty. (Beachy)
Amanda Rauch says
My favorite scent is probably coconut-reminds me of the beach and pina coladas!
Chad Mickelberry says
Never tried them before, but the poppy groove sounds delightful.
Leigh Anne Borders says
I like all kinds of scents. it kind of depends on my mood. Most of the time I like floral scents.
Jennifer says
I like tropical scents.
David Fultner says
I think the ginger would be great.
colleen long says
I love the poppy grove scent. Its so fresh.
Rachelle says
I love citrus and vanilla scents
tracy webb says
sugar cookie
MARTHA says
Gardenia is top of the list !!! TY
Tina W says
Gardenia or vanilla.
Sarah L says
My favorite scent is lavender.
Thanks for the contest.
Marilyn Nawara says
Poppy Grove sounds interesting
Tammy d says
Vanilla is my favorite. Such an inviting scent
Vicki G says
I like any scent that is “clean” smelling, like fresh linen.
KJ Skib says
I would like the sunshine flowers but my all time favorite is vanilla.
Julie L says
I think I’d like the Sunshine showers!
Holly Mitkowski says
I love the smell of coconut!
Donna L says
I like lavender scent.
Patricia M says
I like lemon scents.
Kathy Hanley says
I like tropical, beachy and floral scents!
David says
My favorite scent is cinnamon, primarily because I find it does the best job of covering odors.
April says
We like scents in the baked goods and spice families. Sugar cookie, vanilla, cinnamon, pumpkin spice etc.
sandra says
Vanilla
kelly says
vanilla
liz l says
Vanilla
latanya says
gardenia or cotton linen
Rachel says
My favorite scent is lilac.
lissa crane says
My favorite would be the Tiki Colada! I love the scent of coconut, so this would be perfect!
Sarah Hernandez says
Sunshine Showers for me!
Holly E says
The Poppy Groove sounds great.
Kim Reid says
Turquoise Oasis sounds wonderful, I love beachy and tropical scents!
Aziza says
I love any coconut scent! Bring on the spring and summer scents.
wendy browne says
Febreze Mediterranean Lavender is perfect.
claire says
vanilla almond
Sunnie says
I Like lavender.
Dana Matthews says
I like clean, crisp, cotton scents!
Grace Mitchell says
I love citrus scents, especially when I’m zesting a fresh lime!
Leela says
Sunshine Showers.
Ashley M says
I would probably like the Tiki colada
Linda Trinklein says
I like coffee scent! thanks
Parris S. says
I love linen and fresh scents.
Linda Kwolek says
Lilac is my favorite scent. there is a lilac bush outside my bedroom window. I know it’s spring time when I smell the lilacs in bloom.
Kelley H says
I love the scent of vanilla.
Birdiebee says
I’ve never tried these before but the ginger scent may be something I would love to try.
Rachel says
I always love vanilla and cotton!
wen budro says
My favorite scents are cinnamon and grapefruit.
Audra watts says
I love tropical coconut scents
kristie says
I want to try the sunshine one but I also love the smell of chai tea.
jamie tucker says
I love poppy groove
Hillary D says
I love apple scents.
Kristie says
I love lilac! kristiedonelson(at)gmail(dot)com Thank you.
Dana says
I like fruity scents. 🙂
esme says
I love coconut and pine scents.
Deb Jensen says
I love fruity smells! Strawberry, watermelon, and cherry!
Angela Saver says
Vanilla is my favorite scent!
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Nancy says
I like any clean or fresh scent like clean cotton or fresh linen types.
DeAnna Keller says
Ginger Verbena sounds nice!
sharon says
citrus scents are my fave
Melissa says
My all time favorite scent is vanilla
Leah Shumack says
I tend to gravitate towards vanilla scents the most!
Rhonda R. says
I like fresh scents but it depends on my mood. I can like floral scents but they have too be subtle.
Dianna Davis says
Anything citrus goes a long way as a favorite
Patricia E. says
Apple cinnamon is my favorite scent!
Diana Hatch says
I like vanilla scents
MaryAnn says
Coconut is my favorite scent
Ashley C says
I love clean scents like linen or cotton!
jeremy mclaughlin says
anything spring.
sara s says
I enjoy fresh, spa- like scents! Something to calm my mind is always appreciated 🙂
Katy M says
I favorites are vanilla or anything citrus/fruity!
Christy Maurer says
I love citrusy scents the best!
Jackie says
I like fruity, floral and outdoor scents. I think the Sunshine Showers sounds nice.
Thank you!
Yona Williams says
I remember Glade’s Sparkle of Spring Limited Edition scent – that was my favorite. I’m also a fan of fruity scents.
Cathy Truman says
I like the scent of clean cotton or fresh linen.
heather says
I love orange scent.
Kathy says
I love anything with coconut or those pine tree scents!
Lauren says
I like citrus scents.
Rene Chartier says
I think the Tiki Colada would be fun for the summer especially. It would have a tropical beach flare.
Pam says
my favorite scent is fresh rain.
beth dunlavy hoppe says
Love the sunshine and flowers scent.
Jenn Short says
I love anything that is vanilla scented.
Jenny Stanek says
My favorite scent is cotton candy!
Dee C says
cinnamon
Emi says
Mine is pumpkin spice or similar autumn scents like cinnamo
Tamra H says
Love lavender!
kelly g says
my favorite scent is vanilla
Kelly mather says
I love the smell of Apple pie
cyndi br says
favorite scent apple cinnamon
Becky says
My favorite scent is lavender – so fresh and relaxing!
Fiona N says
My favorite scent is floral
Thank You
Sarah M. says
Not sure what to call it.. pine woods, maybe?