Best home fragrances: Expert tips to keep your home smelling divine during the monsoon season

Home fragrance tips: If you enjoy incense, go for the warm, woody scents of sandalwood or cedarwood. It can envelop your home in a luxurious, earthy fragrance (Image: Canva)

Do you dislike that musty smell the monsoon brings? What if you could use scent to turn your home into a fragrant sanctuary despite the rain? It is not difficult to turn the inside of your home into a space that smells fresh and welcoming. By following a few tips you can successfully deal with the monsoon dampness and infuse your home with delightful fragrances, from essential oils to simple tips for combating humidity, and make your home as inviting as the rain-washed world outside.

Aromatherapy expert Rupal Shabnam Tyagi, Perfumer, Organic skin formulator & co-founder, WIKKA, shares tips on how to darn the monsoon blues and infuse your home with fragrances that complement the season:

Citrus delights: Citrus fragrances are among the many delightful scents for your home during the monsoon season. Lemon, orange, and grapefruit scents are perfect options for humid monsoon days. Their fresh, stimulating aroma can revitalise any space, making it feel vibrant and energised.

Herbal notes: If you want your home to smell like a herb garden this season, herbal notes are for you. Fragrances like rosemary, eucalyptus, and peppermint can create a calming and invigorating atmosphere. They smell enticing and have purifying properties, making them ideal for the damp monsoon air.

Floral sophistication: Floral fragrances are an excellent choice for those who appreciate classic aromas. Scents like lavender, jasmine, lily of the valley, and rose can bring an air of sophistication and calmness to your living space. These scents are ideal for creating a warm and tranquil atmosphere, especially on rainy days when you want to feel cozy and relaxed.

Woody warmth: If you're looking to bring a sense of warmth and comfort into your home during the rainy season, woody fragrances can be an ideal choice. Scents such as sandalwood, cedarwood, and patchouli are perfect for creating a cozy ambiance during the monsoon. They can make your home feel like a welcoming retreat from the wet world outside.

Here is how you can add these fragrances into your home:

Essential oil diffusers: Invest in good diffusers that maintain the aesthetic of your home and place them in different rooms to maintain a consistent fragrance. This is an easy and effective way to disperse your chosen scents throughout your living space.

DIY refreshing spray: Combine distilled water with your preferred essential oils to create a refreshing spray. Spritz this formula onto your bedding and curtains to ensure they exude a delightful scent. This is particularly useful for freshening up spaces that might feel stuffy during the monsoon.

Scented sachets: Enhance the fragrance of your linens and clothes by placing sachets filled with dried herbs in closets and drawers. This simple trick will help keep your belongings smelling fresh and delightful, even in the most humid weather.

Incense and woods: For those who enjoy incense, indulging in the warm, woody scents of sandalwood or cedarwood can envelop your home in a luxurious, earthy fragrance. Additionally, these aromatic woods have the added benefit of purifying the atmosphere of your living spaces, which is particularly beneficial during the monsoon.

Potpourri: Indian kitchens often release potent odours that can linger. To effectively reduce these food odours, simmer a pot of water with spices, orange peels, and vanilla extract on the stove. This method will fill your kitchen with a pleasant aroma and combat any unwanted smells.

Fragrant decor: Rev up the ambiance of your living space by adding fragrant decor items such as scented candles, colourful potpourri bowls, and fresh floral arrangements. These elements will not only keep your home smelling delightful but also add a touch of beauty to your interior design.