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The best scents for Boxing Day
We all know about festive fragrances: but what are the best scents for Boxing Day? At Dexter & Mason, we take you through our reed diffuser collection in search of the uplifting, the relaxing and the best at masking…
Cosy, calm and contented
At Dexter & Mason, we’re thinking about chilled-out ways to enjoy chilly November evenings. We’ve dried off the dogs, stuck the kettle on and lit a scented candle, and are settling down to enjoy some hygge, niksen and cwtches.
Halloween Facts About Candles
Can a candle keep away spooks on Halloween? Do candles bring good luck? How can a candle help you find a husband? We take a closer look at candles and Halloween in our latest blog.
The Brilliant Bean: Our Favourite Vanilla Facts
Vanilla is one of our favourite scented candle ingredients at Dexter & Mason. We love vanilla’s sweet and heady scent – and there is certainly nothing vanilla about its cultivation and history.
All About Amber
What is amber? Amber oil is one of our favourite base note scents; however, all is not as it seems… We take a closer look at this musky, resinous fragrance, where it comes from, and its uses today.
The Benefits of Lavender
Lavender is traditionally associated with many benefits. Dexter & Mason takes a look at how lavender scented candles and reed diffusers can promote feelings of wellbeing and relaxation.
The Fragrance Notes in Scented Candles
When we’re describing Dexter & Mason scented candles, we use terms such as “top notes”,”heart notes” and “base notes”. But what do these actually mean, and why is it important for a scented candle to have notes and tones?
11 Random Facts About Candles
At Dexter & Mason, we’ve found out all sorts of fascinating facts about candles. In case you come up against a round about candles in your online pub quiz, we’ve gathered together some of our favourite candle facts. You’re welcome.
How to Keep your Home Smelling Fresh
At Dexter & Mason, we’ve naturally been thinking about the best ways to keep homes smelling fresh during lockdown, and we’ve come up with some top tips to bring those gorgeous spring aromas indoors.
How to Use a Reed Diffuser
Last year, we introduced our gorgeous collection of reed diffusers; and although we’ve used the same scent blends, we love the different type of aroma they give. Here’s a bit more about reed diffusers and how to make the most of them.