A beautiful scent turns a room into a home. But which form suits you – the cosy scented candle, the quick room spray, the long-lasting diffuser or oriental bakhoor? Here's an overview of every option.
Scented candle: atmosphere and light
Scented candles combine fragrance with warm candlelight – ideal for relaxing evenings.
- Christopher Hanlon: the house's best-known scents are available as candles, such as Silver Penny, Black Jasmine Rose or the beeswax Royal Sovereign candle.
- Karamat: oriental scented candles such as Oud Royal or Amber Malaki.
Best for: living room, bathroom, cosy evenings. Note: never leave a burning candle unattended.
Room spray: quick and flexible
A few sprays scent a room instantly – also on fabrics such as curtains or cushions.
- For example Karamat Oud Royal, Arabian Nights or the Musk room spray.
Best for: entrance, guests, instant freshness.
Diffuser: long-lasting and subtle
Diffuser oils or reed diffusers release their scent evenly over a longer period.
- For example Karamat Musc du Tibet or Le Lobby – inspired by grand hotel lobbies.
Best for: bedroom, office, hallway.
Bakhoor and incense sticks: the oriental ritual
Bakhoor is heated on charcoal or in an electric burner and releases a dense, aromatic smoke that also clings to fabrics. Incense sticks are the easy alternative.
- Bakhoor such as Mabsous Oud Malaki, incense sticks such as Oud Malaki.
- Our bakhoor guide explains everything about burning.
Best for: welcoming guests, scenting clothes, special occasions.
Which home fragrance for which room?
- Living room: scented candle or bakhoor
- Bedroom: diffuser with a soft scent
- Bathroom: scented candle or room spray
- Entrance and hallway: room spray or diffuser
- Guests: bakhoor – a sign of oriental hospitality
FAQ
Can I combine different home fragrances?
Yes, ideally from the same scent family – such as oud in the living room and an oud room spray in the hallway.
What lasts the longest?
Diffusers release their scent over the longest time; room sprays work instantly but for a shorter period.
