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Why do my fragrance oils keep getting cloudy?

Temperature fluctuations are the usual suspect. Natural oils can get cloudy below certain temperatures, kind of like olive oil in your fridge.

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Why do my home fragrance oils smell different in the bottle versus in my diffuser?

Temperature changes everything! In the bottle, you're smelling concentrated oil at room temperature. When heated in a diffuser, different fragrance molecules evaporate at different rates.

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Tags: temperature + fragrance smells different + diffuser + fragrance notes + heart notes + base notes + top notes + vanilla fragrance + science
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How come some oils stain my diffuser while others don't?

Darker oils, especially vanillas and ambers, often contain natural compounds that can stain. Similar to tea or coffee, the deeper the color, the more likely it'll leave a mark.

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Tags: fragrance oils + diffusers + dark fragrance oils + vanilla oil + amber oil + fragrance stains + oil stains
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Why does my friend's house smell good with the same oil I use, but mine doesn't?

Room temperature, ceiling height, and air circulation are a few sneaky factors that most people overlook. High ceilings make scents dissipate faster, while warmer rooms intensify them.

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Tags: ac vents + diffuser placement + potency + long-lasting fragrance + room temperature + air circulation + room size
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How do I get rid of that weird plastic smell from my new diffuser?

Wipe down your diffuser with white vinegar, let it dry completely, and you're good to go..

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Tags: diffusers + cleaning diffusers + weird smells + remove odors + solutions + vinegar
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Why do some oils leave that weird film on top of the water in my diffuser?

Oil and water don't mix. Some oils are thicker or contain compounds that are particularly resistant to mixing with water.

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Tags: film on top of water + diffusers + fragrance oils + fragrance oil and water + cleaning diffusers
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Why do some scents give me a headache while others don't?

Certain aromatic compounds can trigger sensitivity responses. Common culprits are usually strong white florals, synthetic musks, and aldehydes.

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Tags: health + fragrances + sensitivity responses + fragrance headache + bad reactions + musk + florals + aldehydes
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How long can I expect my home fragrance products to last before they begin to oxidize?

The lifespan of a home fragrance product before it begins to oxidize or degrade depends on its formulation, exposure to light, heat, and air. Here’s a general breakdown: 1.

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Tags: home fragrance + oxidation + reed diffuser + essential oils + scented candles + room sprays + plug-in air freshener
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How do home fragrances work to mask unpleasant odors?

Home fragrances work to mask or eliminate unpleasant odors through a combination of chemical interactions and scent perception tricks. Here’s how: 1.

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Tags: home fragrance + odor + air purifier + scented candles + reed diffuser + essential oils + fabric spray
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How can I unclog my diffuser reeds?

If your reed diffuser is clogged or not diffusing as well as before, the reeds may be saturated with dust, oil buildup, or dried-out fragrance. Here’s how to unclog them: 1.

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