Aromatherapy
The Power of Scent: Aromatherapy, Essential Oils & the Fragrance Debate
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True Aromatherapy: More Than a Pretty Smell
Aromatherapy is the therapeutic use of plant-derived essential oils to support emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. These oils—extracted through steam distillation or cold pressing—carry the essence of the plant's healing properties. When used correctly, they can calm anxiety, boost mood, encourage rest, invigorate the senses, and even support respiratory function.
We favor essential oils in many of our products because of their:
Holistic Benefits – Lavender may soothe stress, peppermint can clear the mind, and citrus oils often uplift.
Purity – True essential oils contain no synthetic ingredients, just the potent essence of nature.
Synergy – When blended intentionally, essential oils can create harmonious effects greater than the sum of their parts.
But when it comes to candle making, the decision between essential oils and fragrance oils isn’t so simple.
The Rise of Phthalate-Free Fragrance Oils
To bridge the gap, many conscious brands—Root & Sol included—now opt for phthalate-free fragrance oils when essential oils alone don’t meet performance or scent goals.
Phthalates are chemical compounds once commonly used to help fragrance last longer. However, concerns over potential hormone-disrupting effects have led to a demand for cleaner alternatives.
Phthalate-free fragrance oils:
Are safer for both people and pets
Maintain great scent performance
Allow more creative and nostalgic scent blends
Offer a cleaner burn when paired with natural waxes like coconut-soy
Root & Sol’s Scent Philosophy
We believe in transparency, safety, and intention. That’s why we:
Prioritize essential oils for their holistic benefits
Use phthalate-free fragrance oils only when necessary—and always with care
Choose coconut-soy wax, a clean-burning and sustainable base
Blend every candle with whole-body wellness in mind
Scent is deeply personal. Whether you’re drawn to the calming pull of lavender or the playful joy of a citrus-vanilla blend, we believe you deserve a product that smells good and does good.
Breathe deep. Light with intention. Let nature hold you.
– Root & Sol
