5 Reasons Why You Need Scented Candles

PASSION AND YLANG PERFUME CANDLE

It is no doubt that scent is the first thing people notice when they enter your home. Scented candles may seem invisible yet it is a very unforgettable and ultimate accessory everyone should have. There is nothing as good as inhaling good and healthy air with great comfort and scented candles help you achieve that goal. The beauty of scented candles is how well put together and nicely packaged it is. It doesn’t only brighten up the atmosphere of a place, but also serves as an accent piece to every space.  

Just as the saying, “you can’t buy happiness but you can buy scented candles”. This may sound ridiculous but somehow truthful. Fragrances and a well-scented environment have a whole lot to do with our moods and feelings. Psychology further explains that the smell of scented candles stimulates our limbic system, that part of the brain responsible for emotions and memories. When a space lacks a good scent, it could lead to discomfort and inconvenience.

Here are the top 5 examples of scented candles with reasons why you need them in your space;

  1. FLAMES AND PATCHOULI-SCENTED CANDLES CREATE A DESIRABLE AMBIENCE AND ATMOSPHERE

Scented candles create a relaxing and inviting ambiance. Have you ever just sat and stared at a candle that was flickering nearby? You’ve probably noticed that it generates a pleasant, soothing, and cozy ambiance. A few strategically positioned candles can help you instantly create a pleasant and intimate ambiance in your house.

Adding a candle here and there softens the environment and makes it feel instantly warmer and more pleasant. Candles are well-known for their calming and healing effects, and therapists, such as massage. Therapists commonly use them to create a peaceful environment in their treatment rooms. With its gorgeous flicker and mellow glow, the simple act of lighting a candle helps to relax and soothe the mind. Give it a shot.

Flames and patchouli candles, a signature of Abela world scents, contain a rich blend of juicy-floral notes, laced with musky-woody notes of rosewood, cashmere, ambergris, patchouli, and tobacco for seductive complexity. Flame & Patchouli is a signature scent that is richly sexual. Surrender to your inner passion and nature’s alluring power, conveying the abstract essence of searing fury. 

FLAMES AND PATCHOULI CANDLES

 

  2.    FOOTPRINT AND LEATHER CANDLES ARE HEALTHY FOR YOUR ENVIRONMENT.

Self-care and mental health are important aspects of a healthy lifestyle. Additionally, burning candles can aid in the creation of the ideal environment for promoting serenity and well-being. Consider burning a candle if you’re ever gripped by fear or worrying thoughts. Aromatherapy candles have already been shown to have stress-relieving properties in several studies. Keep in mind, however, that not all candles are made equal, and some could be hazardous to your health.

As a result, you must know what’s in your candle’s compounds. Footprint and leather candle is an embodiment of the warmth of the African soil, it encapsulates subtle gourmand notes with the warm and luxurious aroma of clean earth in its heart of tarragon, sweet grass, violet leaf, fine leather, amber, and sandalwood. This right combination of ingredients might help with anxiety if one ever is engulfed with fear and anxious thought. it is also a rich and sensual fragrance manufactured by Abela by scents of Africa, a fragrance brand inspired by African stories.  This brand not only has a wide variety of well-scented candles, but it also produces exotic fragrances that are therapeutic, sweet, and have sultry experiences, this signature scent should be top of your list as this scintillating scent will whisk you away.

FOOTPRINT AND LEATHER CANDLES

 

    3)  MUDHUT AND GINGER LEAF FACILITATE COMFORT

According to science, ginger is loaded with antioxidants and compounds that prevent stress and damage to your body’s DNA. they also help the body fight off chronic diseases like high blood pressure, heart disease, and disease of the lungs, and it promotes healthy aging too.

As a result of the great benefits of ginger Abela by scents of Africa made these Aromatherapy candles that can help you relax, feel calm, energized, and put your mind in a more productive mode. Mudhut and ginger leaf candles can help you relax and relieve stress.

These candles are energizing and help with Abela by scents of Africa concentration. Lemon candles are also energizing, and they can help with anxiety and depression. it is intricately sweet and leathery combining the delightful and refined aroma of osmanthus blossoms with a sensuous heart of patchouli and the suspenseful note of savory leaves.

MUDHUT AND GINGER

 

(4) PASSION AND YLANG CANDLES ADD A SPARK OF CELEBRATION AND ROMANCE. 

As the name implies “passion’’, this candle is capable of igniting a special bond, it is intricately sweet and leathery combining the delightful and refined aroma of osmanthus blossoms with a sensuous heart of patchouli and the suspenseful note of savory leaves.

Passion & Ylang Perfume Candle has an exotic soul, with a seductive core of parma violets and tuberose, as well as a hint of pimenta and ylang ylang essential oils. The heart notes, which have a slightly heady, sweet, exotic, and complex floral smell, claim origin and cultivation in North and South Africa. This Abela by Scents of Africa Signature perfume has a cheerful and elegant fragrance. 

PASSION AND YLANG CANDLE

 

(5) RUSTIC WOOD AND CINNAMON CANDLES ADD LIFE TO YOUR DECOR AND SPACE.

Candles add a sophisticated touch to every room in your house. Abela by scents of Africa offers very wide options of scented candles to choose from: you may use delicate colors to bring a gentle touch to any space, or you can go for bright, strong colors to create a large statement. Candles are incredibly adaptable; they come in a variety of forms and look excellent in any setting.

Candles in the bathroom provide a spa-like ambiance, while candles strategically arranged throughout your living area create a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere (very hygge). Meanwhile, candles as the centerpiece of your dining room table create a beautiful candlelit dinner environment, while kitchen candles provide a welcoming atmosphere while also killing odors. 

Experience the transposing aroma of exotic “wood” tar in conjunction with the riotous energy of Moroccan spice in this brilliant signature perfume. Abélà by Scents of Africa Rustic Wood & Cinnamon inspires and awakens the most resilient heart, combining notes of dry musk, sandalwood, vanilla, amber, and tobacco to expand the mind into a panorama of richness. These signature candles can also be utilized to create a beautiful and whimsical atmosphere on the table.

RUSTIC WOOD AND CINNAMON CANDLES

 

 

 

These Home Decors Are A Must Have

Hello Bellafricana family, I trust you are doing great. So, I went visiting a friend at her house and the home decors she had made me wonder if my place is a house or a building. No jokes oh, I just couldn’t stop staring. It got me wondering where I had missed it while decorating my house.

Luckily for me, she is not one of those who won’t let out their good life secret. And as a sharp babe that I am, I asked her to give me names of where she got her home decor from. When I kept asking about almost everything in her house, she decided to give me a full list. LOL!!

Anyway, I figured I might not be the only one in need of some house decor, keep scrolling to see the list I got.

Home Decor You Should Have

Mirrors;

Think of it, having a mirror around the house gives it some kind magnificent feel and using these mirrors from Mitimeth would definitely give a good feel. Check this out;

Wall mirror by Mitimeth

Wall Mirror by Mitimeth

Flower Pots;

You can’t have a garden in your room but you can definitely have a flower pot as part of your home decor. Check this below

leaning pot by mitimeth home decor

 

Leaning Pot by Mitimeth

Chairs;

What is a home decor if there are no chairs? I am guessing you already know that the decor isn’t complete. So check out the lovely chairs below.

huta chair by Ethnik

HUTA Chair by ethnik

Okin chair by Ile.ila home decor

Okin Chair by Ile.Ila

Throw Pillows;

Is it just me or do they really give the house some warmth? You know, having something to hold onto while sitting. If you weren’t into them, I trust after seeing what I have below, you will be convinced. See below

Mitimeth throw pillow home decor

Throw Pillow by Mitimeth

adire lounge home decor

Throw Pillow by Adire Lounge

Table Mat;

Why leave your table without a cover when you can have a table mat? You didn’t know? Now you know, check below!

table mat by mitimeth

Table Mat by Mitimeth

Ok, that’s it from me to you, tell me if you make any changes to your home decor.

 

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Paper flowers are a great form of creativity and bonding activity in the family. DIY (Do It Yourself) Crafts have definitely come to stay. This is why you see lots of series, pictures, tutorials and techniques on how to “Do It Yourself” with basically anything from fashion, home and office decor, arts (flowers) and basically almost any craft your imagination allows.Continue reading

Give Your Home A MitiMeth Makeover

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”] Early this year, I visited an Ibibio family home and was completely blown away by their home décor.  They had really cool wicker furniture, which gave their living room a certain traditional essence.
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Highlights from the 3rd Market Place Pop Up

Hello beautiful people, did you miss the 3rd edition of the Market  Place Pop Up organized by The Market Place NG? Don’t worry, as usual we have anticipated your needs and written a highlight of the event just for you.

Many thanks to our partner, Trade Nigeria, for the amazing pictures from the event. Come on, let’s relive the amazing day filled with fun…

The Pop Up Market, professionally organized by The Market Place Nigeria, has been around for a while now. The third edition was held at The Red Carpet Hall, Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria, and bursting with various creative businesses. Africa is indeed talented.

Highlights From The 3rd Market Place Pop Up

Both adults and children had something of interest to buy. There were amazing food and drink stands for all and new music talents showcased their skills. The day was simply terrific.

Bellafricana was fully represented at the Pop Up Market by our team and also our extremely talented verified merchants. Watch out for the Bellafricana Verified props in the pictures.

The category of products displayed ranged from fashion items to hair and skincare products. Home decor wasn’t left out also.

Pictures from the 3rd Edition of The Market Place Pop Up

Here are some of the amazing people that graced the Pop Up Market.

Highlights From The 3rd Market Place Pop Up

Addict by Pawprint

Beautifully Nappy

Bliss African Fashion

MyImani

The Potters Signature

Ty Tys Design

If you have never been to any of the Pop Up market organized by The Market Place NG, get ready to be amazed as there is a 4th edition in the works. And rumour has it Abuja is the next destination.

Exciting, isn’t it? If you are recident in Abuja and know of venues that have both indoor and outdoor facility that can accommodate up to 100 vendors, kindly share in the comment box below or send as an email to the organizers at  [email protected]

Take a look at what went down at the 2nd edition of the Pop of Market HERE.

Did you know Bellafricana Verified merchants got a 10% discount to display at the Pop Up Market? Yes they did!

Our partners, the amazing organizers of The Market Place Pop Up extended a 10% discount to all Bellaficana verified vendors.

Highlights From The 3rd Market Place Pop Up

You too can get awesome discounts like our Bellafricana Verified vendors. You can also learnt about exhibitions and markets coming to your target audience. Why not get your brand verified today, goto www.bellafricana.com/get-verified/ or call us on +2348086363970.

We will be happy to hear from you, we are always proud to see Africans growing a strong business passionately. Still want to know more about what it means to be Bellafricana Verified? Visit this link

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She makes exquisitely crafted furniture using Aso Oke and Ankara fabrics. These furniture forms one of the best use of creativity in aesthetic ambience, that I have come across where furniture is concerned.
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Highlights from the 3rd Market Place Pop Up

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”] Hello beautiful people, did you miss the 3rd edition of the Market  Place Pop Up organized by The Market Place NG? Don’t worry, as usual we have anticipated your needs and written a highlight of the event just for you.
Many thanks to our partner, Trade Nigeria, for the amazing pictures from the event. Come on, let’s relive the amazing day filled with fun… [/dropcap]
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Give Your Home A MitiMeth Makeover

Early this year, I visited an Ibibio family home and was completely blown away by their home decor.  They had really cool wicker furniture, which gave their living room a certain traditional essence.

After my visit, I kept wishing I could get some hand crafted furniture for my home too. Then a friend told me I can get some in the local markets.

Sincerely, I was utterly disappointed when I visited Eko Market. I did find the handcrafted home decoration items like baskets, little flower stand and whatnots but, the finishing was not good at all and I just wanted more creativity.

I got busy with other things and totally forgot about my desire for a home make-over by using handicraft till about a month ago.

Since am more of an online shopper, I got Googling and voila! I found MitiMeth listed as one of Bellafricana’s verified merchants (this was before I joined Bellafricana). Man!! I was ecstatic.

The finishing was perfect and you could see that a lot of creativity has been put into it. Another part that I really liked is how durable this products look. Brings to mind what we said about craftsmanship in one of our previous posts.

Get to Know The Home Decor Craftswoman

So, you know this popular English proverb that “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure”?

This couldn’t be truer; in fact it has proven to be the gold mine of one of our verified craftswoman Achenyo Idachaba.

MitiMeth CEO | Home Decor and Handicrafts
Photo Credit: CNN

Achenyo Idachaba is the founder and CEO of MitiMeth, a company that specializes in making quality handicrafts from dried water hyacinths.

The concept of reuse, reduce and recycle is still very foreign to many Nigerians. I am particularly among the few Nigerians who rave for conservation of resources. Back when I was studying Botany, one of my lecturers, Prof Okusanya usually say conservation is more like using resources wisely.

Not everything needs to be thrown away. There are actually a lot of great things that can be done with things tagged ‘waste’.

MitiMeth CEO went several steps further into the conservation chain and started making eco-friendly handicrafts from waste.

They have really cool variety of items that can be used either as home decorations or gift items.

Here are some of their products

Home Decor by MitiMeth

Home Decor by MitiMeth

MitiMeth natural colour hand woven side tables

MitiMeth Throw Pillow

MitiMeth exclusive table coasters | Dual sided

So I finally went for a tyre Ottoman, and some loom woven hyacinth pillows.

I’m thinking of getting some other items to transform my work space too. I really love the comfortable feeling I get from seeing furniture at work, that are similar to the ones I have at home.

*whispers* Need the boss’s approval on most though.

 

Are you looking to give your home a makeover too? Wouldn’t it just be absolutely lovely go home to beautiful and comfy products by MitiMeth. Click to view their page on our verified listing.

And if you really love working from home like I do, you might also consider sprucing up your work space with two or three items from the collection of uniquely crafted home and office decor by MitiMeth.

You can also get the notebooks made by MitiMeth to use as souvenirs for different types of event.

 

Thank you for your time darling Bella, if you have used one of MitiMeth products kindly tell us about your experience in the comment box below.

Or do you make remarkable Afrocentric products too or know someone who does and needs to get global recognition? Checkout our Get Verified page and follow the easy steps to joining our growing list of verified quality craftsmen in Africa.

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