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1. A ceramic oil diffuser that'll make your home smell so good, everyone might just need a moment to stop what they're doing and inhale. Fill it with your favorite oils and revel in the bliss that is a superbly scented house.
Reviewers say you'll barely hear this diffuser while it's on, and its automatic shutoff function is another much appreciated feature. It's designed to run for up to five hours and comes with nine LED light settings for a gentle glow.
Promising review: "I love this diffuser so much. It easily releases a great amount of scent throughout a larger space if you put about eight drops of your choice of essential oil. It's absolutely beautiful, and I'm already planning on buying more for other rooms in my house." —Cassie
Get it from Amazon for $42.99+ (available in two sizes).
2. And, since you'll need something to put in it, a reed diffuser and oil set, which comes in 18 fruity, floral, and fresh scents to choose from. Even if you don't have an electric diffuser, you'll still be able to enjoy gorgeous aromas by soaking the reeds in the oil. Plus, it comes with a beautiful flower to complement the scent!
Promising review: "These work great. I have one at the entrance of the apartment, and you can smell it as soon as you walk in. I keep one in each room of the house. The scent is just right, not too strong or too faint. Perfect." —Manny Ortiz
Get it from Amazon for $13+ (available in three sizes and 18 colors).
3. Some multitasking eucalyptus and lavender shower pouches for anyone who could use a little sinus opener, or would just like their bathroom to smell like absolute heaven.
Eucalyptus Blooms is a small biz based in Charlotte, North Carolina, making home and bath products using fresh eucalyptus and lavender.
Promising review: "Absolutely love these! Makes the bathroom and even hallway smell good way after the shower. My husband even commented to me about how much he likes 'this little bag thingy,' LOL." —Susan Cooper
Get a three-pack from Eucalyptus Blooms on Etsy for $13.59 (also available as a five-pack).
4. Some discreet floral-scented sachets you can tuck away in places like sock drawers, cabinets, suitcases — even shoes! You might forget you put them there, but future you will be so happy you did when you go to get something under the sink and realize it smells like daisies rather than mildew.
Promising review: "I just bought my second pack of these. They smell fabulous, and really have freshened up my clothing bureau and closets. The scent is just like roses, and my first pack of sachets are still doing their job. The scent is strong, but not overpowering. I definitely recommend them if you love floral scents. I liked them so much I bought another pack for my winter wardrobe, since it's going into storage for the summer." —Princess L
Get a 12-pack from Amazon for $13.99 (available in 11 scents and several variety packs).
5. Some good ol' Febreze air freshener spray, which I have to say has come a long way from the OG scent I remember from my '90s youth. Now, they're making fragrance combinations like waterlily, ginger, and hinoki — I mean, fancy! And there's also one with notes of amber, oud, and cedar if your taste leans more woodsy.
Promising review: "This was a blind buy for me, but it did not disappoint!! I love very bougie smells/anything that smells expensive, and this scent makes my apartment smell like a wealthy home. It’s very sophisticated and slightly strong, which doesn’t bother me, but I know a lot of people are scent sensitive, so keep that in mind if that’s you." —Ms. Brown
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $11.85+ on Amazon (also available as a plug-in and in two scents).
6. Or an otherworldly room and linen spray you'll want to spritz on your bedding, pillows, carpet — pretty much everything in your house to make it smell downright dreamy. These sprays are packaged in gorgeous glass bottles, are nontoxic, and come in scents like Clementine Lavender and Rosemary Sea Salt.
Eight Hands Farm & Bee Co. is a small business based in Lambertville, New Jersey, that specializes in handcrafted home and body goods prepared in small batches.
Promising review: "Love the linen scent! I’ve been trying to rid my home of other sprays/candles/products that have yucky chemicals. As I’m replacing with safe products, it’s been hard to order scents online before smelling. I’ve struck out with other companies a couple of times, but I love everything I’ve purchased from here. The scents are so light and refreshing. Perfect! Thank you!!!" —Rachel May
Get it from Eight Hands Farm & Bee Co. on Etsy for $12 (available in nine scents).
7. Orrr The Laundress fabric spray, for anyone who doesn't love super perfume-y scents but thinks the smell of fresh laundry is the greatest thing since sliced bread. Not only will it make everything it touches smell wonderfully refreshed, but it also deodorizes!
8. An organic soy wax cube bubble candle you ~almost~ won't want to light because it's so pretty (but you should, because it'll make your room smell like flowers, coconuts, and peaches).
Mother of Pearl is a small business based in Los Angeles that makes stunning candles in shapes ranging from seashells to iconic ancient statues.
Promising review: "Obsessed with this candle! It came well packaged, smells amazing, and is a good size for the price. I will be purchasing more colors!" —Kayt
Get it from Mother of Pearl on Etsy for 11.99+ (available in four colors).
9. A tub of odor-eliminating beads, which both remove yucky smells and provide a light, refreshing fragrance of their own. Stick it near that smelly litter box and feel a sense of relief when you realize that, no, your home doesn't have to reek of cat urine!
The gel beads are made with plant-derived ingredients and essential oils — just peel off the top label, open the jar, remove the interior liner, screw the lid back on, and voila!
Promising review: "I am using these beads in my office and bathroom. It makes both rooms smell great, but is not too overpowering. Basically it smells like I just did a fresh load of laundry. I am going to buy it in different scents for different rooms." —age2603
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $10.95+ (available in seven scents).
10. Some dried lavender bundles you'll buy for their beauty and keep for their lovely, natural floral scent (and the fact that they're zero maintenance). Stick them in your favorite vase, and let the compliments roll in!
Promising review: "Best Amazon purchase — EVER. The quality of the lavender is honestly very impressive. I opened the box, and the scent was intense and so fresh. This was an amazing buy. I highly recommend if you are on the fence — this is worth every penny." —Emma L Martinez
Get a pair from Amazon for $13.98.
11. Or a show-stopping rose bouquet, because few things boost one's mood like walking into a house and seeing (and smelling!) fresh flowers. I mean, those colors! 😍 Winter? I don't know her.
To keep your blooms looking gorgeous longer, trim the ends of the stems at an angle, and place the flowers in a vase filled with water. Keep trimming the ends and removing extra leaves to prolong their life, and change the water out every 2–3 days.
Get two dozen roses from Bouqs for $69 (also available in bouquets of one or three dozen). You can also sign up for a subscription to save 30% and get free shipping!
12. Or! A fresh cut rose that's been hydrated to last (and smell lovely!) for four months, zero care required. Black thumbs, unite!
Promising review: "Smells wonderful! I keep the lid on during the day (while at work) and remove it in the evening so I get this great scent throughout the night!" —bonnieblue
Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in eight colors/fragrances).
13. An Air Wick mist diffuser you can adjust to your desired level of fragrance, because not everyone wants to feel like they're in Bath and Body Works every time they walk into the living room. With this, you can select the duration and frequency of the lavender and almond blossom scented mist, and since it's cordless you can bring it from room to room!
It takes AAA batteries, which are included!
Promising review: "My mom purchased this for our guest bedroom. Every time I walked past the room, it smelled amazing. Mind you the room had belonged to a teenage boy prior to him going off to college, so to say the least the room had a funky odor before. This completely takes away any weird smells and replaces it with a great and relaxing aroma. You set a timer, and it will go off for a preset period of time and then automatically shut off. I'm thinking I need one for my room next because the smell is so great!" —Cheyenne Chmelecki
Get it from Amazon for $9.97.
14. Or an Air Wick plug-in kit if you're someone who never remembers to buy batteries (join the club!). It can provide up to 60 days of fragrance on a low setting, and the crisp "fresh linen" scent will trick you into thinking you just did a load of laundry.
Psst: It comes with two warmers and six refills!
Promising review: "These smell SO amazing. I have three cats and two litter boxes in a two-room apartment. I try my best to keep up with it, but litter smells. Regardless. I bought these hoping they would help. I hooked up both plug-ins on opposite sides of the apartment, on full blast (there's an adjuster so you can control how much scent comes out), and I left the house for an hour. When I came back, it was SO fragrant. I put one plug-in away and only have one on the lowest setting, and it is perfect. These will last a long time with all the refills. I couldn't be happier about this purchase!!" —Alexander Perez
Get it from Amazon for $15.49.
15. A pack of migraine-soothing shower steamers that exemplify just how healing certain scents can be. They're made with a cooling blend of rosemary, basil, and peppermint essential oils to help reduce tension and clear your head, but even if you're fortunate enough to not suffer from headaches, the invigorating scent will make your bathroom feel all the more spa-like.
In the Forest Bath Co. is a small Colorado Springs-based business specializing in handmade bath and body items you'll love pampering yourself with.
Promising review: "I’m always looking for ways to deal with migraines in a natural way. This item smells wonderful and creates a very calming environment. I love it. Very nice packaging, too. I would definitely purchase this item again." —Anita Sliman
Get a pack of six steamers from In the Forest Bath Co. on Etsy for $12.
16. A sweet-smelling Grandma's Kitchen candle for anyone who wishes the delicious scents of their childhood would waft throughout their own kitchen. It smells as if an apple pie with a sugar cookie crust (someone should make this, TBH) were just pulled out of the oven, so...yes.
Promising review: "Smells like grandmother's kitchen! Everyone in the family loves when I burn this candle. Great for fall!" —Mom2CLandC
Get it from Amazon for $28.80.
17. Or, if you're more of a savory baked goods lover, a candle that smells like warm buttered bread (I KNOW!). If you ever decide to host an open house, just light this bad boy, and you'll probably have an offer before you know it (plus, your realtor will be so proud).
Promising review: "This candle smells exactly like bread! And it fills the whole house with that delicious smell. To put it this way, if I put it in my great room (the ceilings are 20 feet, and the square footage is probably about 750) after lighting the candle, the smell will fill the entire room (and spill out into the halls and other rooms in a matter of minutes)." —Anna Park
Get it from Amazon for $19.95.
18. Some Fresh Wave packs you can place anywhere needing a bit of help in the odor department. They're made with simple ingredients that are safe for pets, and have a natural pine/citrus/clove scent (or lavender, if you choose that one!).
They come with a little case and adhesive strips so you can stick 'em anywhere!
Promising review: "I love these odor removers! I use them in our closets and in my husband's sneakers. They really do remove odors and leave a pleasant scent in the closets that is not overpowering." —ChristyLynn
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $11.99 (available in original or lavender scented).
19. A bottle of "popular for a reason" Poo-Pourri, which very much comes in handy when you have guests over and want to impress them with a b-room that smells like it's never even seen a BM. There are 14 scents to choose from, with everything from Wild Poppy Berry to, yes, extra-strength Heavy Doody, so pick your poison!
Promising review: "I was hesitant to use this product. It seemed silly, but finally broke down and bought some; this smells SO GOOD! My sister asked what was in my bathroom that smelled so great, and when I told her, she had to have some too. Makes a great funny gift they will actually love!" —Josie Morehead
Get it from Amazon for $4.65+ (available in 10 sizes and 14 scents).
20. Or, some ~actual~ potpourri that won't only fill your home with a long-lasting, concentrated floral fragrance, but it'll also serve as decor when you display it in little bowls around the house!
It comes with a small dropper so you can replenish with your favorite fragrance once the scent starts to fade.
Promising review: "This is the longest lasting potpourri I have ever purchased. Months ago I placed it in a small bowl in the bathroom, where the door is mostly open, and when you walk in...the aroma is still present. This is my second purchase of this scent, and will be back for more. This is a quality product, exceptional, and, oh, lovely presentation." —History Prof
Get two bags from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in 10 varieties).
21. An orange-scented candle for anyone who gravitates toward citrus when deciding what their home should smell like (*emphatically raises hand*). And since it also has notes of clove, cedarwood, and cypress, it's a very balanced scent and won't make it smell like you just spilled a bottle of wood cleaner everywhere.
Recall is a woman-owned small biz based in Chicago making hand-poured candles using 100% virgin coconut soy wax.
I received this candle as a gift from my sister, and if there's anyone who knows my fragrance preferences, it's her. Well, she nailed it with this one, and I can't get enough of the orange sherbet meets spicy forest scent (I have it lit as I type this). And not only that, the wooden wick makes a cozy, crackly sound when you light it, so you feel like you're next to an actual fire!
Get it from Recall for $32 (and check out the other scents here!).
22. And to keep the party going, a room spray that's made with a bright blend of bergamot, grapefruit, and ginger oils — aka it'll smell like you have a citrus grove right inside your house.
23. An AeroGarden Harvest so you can grow — and pick! — fresh herbs right on your counter, no soil required. Fresh herbs = a fresh-smelling kitchen, so in theory you'll be treating your mouth and nose.
It includes basil, curly parsley, dill, thyme, Thai basil, and mint seeds, along with a bottle of all-natural plant nutrients.
Check out BuzzFeed Shopping writer Yi Yang's AeroGarden review for more info!
Promising review: "Very easy to grow in an apartment. Plants are beautiful, and herbs smell great. Definitely recommend and would buy again. I did purchase extra canisters for the newlyweds." —Colleen Watson
Promising review: "My 16-year-old son has been growing us herbs ever since I gifted this to him for his birthday. He keeps it in his bedroom and brings down ingredients for dinner with pride. I have no complaints about a teenage boy’s room that smells like basil and thyme. The only thing to be wary of is that the light cycles on and off throughout the night. He has it in a spot where it doesn’t bother him and it isn’t a problem for us, but we didn’t anticipate how bright it would be." —Solargirl
Get it from Amazon for $112.91+ (available in three colors).
24. Or a Mrs. Meyer's basil-scented room spray if you'd like an herbaceous-smelling home without having to put your limited gardening skills to the test.
I've been using Mrs. Meyer's basil room spray for lit-er-al years, and it now has a permanent place in my bathroom. It's unique in that it's just sliiightly floral, but more savory than sweet. It never smells cloying to me, just crisp and refreshing, and as someone who sneezes at the drop of a hat, I can say with confidence that this hasn't had an adverse effect on my sniffly tendencies.
Promising review: "This is my favorite flavor...smells so good, fresh and clean. Used it in the bathroom and it handles the tough odors in just two squirts...others take a lot more, so it's a very good value! Having COPD, it is difficult to find products that are effective AND non-irritating...this is it!" —Ange 'one letter away'
Get it from Amazon for $5.49 (also available in four other scents).
25. And finally, a fan favorite Downy fabric softener you'll never want to do a load of laundry without once you realize how fabulous it makes your home smell (and how much nicer your clothes feel). Its sweet, floral lavender and vanilla bean scent will make what is likely one of your least favorite chores downright enjoyable, but be forewarned that you might not be able to stop sniffing your clothes once you pull them out.
Promising review: "After many years...correction; many many MANY years of doing laundry, I decided to splurge a little on a different scented softener. Oh my gosh, the first load I did waited folded on the kitchen table until I was able to put everything away. Every time I passed that stack of towels, I was overwhelmed with the amazing fragrance! When I go outside and come back in, my whole house smells lovely! And when I'm outside in back and the dryer is going, the air close-by is filled with freshness!" —A. Jackson
Promising review: "I love this brand and how consistent it is. Before using this product, my clothes were very scratchy and smelled a bit bland. I use one capful in my washer, and it makes my clothes so soft and makes them smell wonderful. The packaging was exquisite, and I had no issues. Two bottles last a long time. The softness never goes away and lasts until the next wash!! My friends will comment on how good my clothes smell! Definitely worth the buy." —Julia Roy
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $15.88.
Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.
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