Archipelago Living

Few items come in such frequent, close contact with our skin as our clothes. And no matter whether they’re made of cotton or cashmere, it’s understandable that we’d want the laundry products we use to clean our clothes to be, well, clean.  The bottle of liquid detergent that lives atop your washer might be plenty gentle on those sweaters. But when it comes to your own health, is laundry detergent safe to use? In fact, there are some safety concerns associated with laundry detergent usage—but fortunately, there are also a number of safer options available that can benefit both you and...

In his seminal work Swann’s Way, French writer Marcel Proust opens with a passage in which he describes how one bite of a cookie immediately unlocks a childhood memory, transporting him back in time to his hometown streets. Scholars dubbed this kind of gustatory or olfactory experience the “Proust Effect.”  It would take years more, however, for scientists to confirm what the famous author understood—that fragrances can have powerful effects on our moods and our minds.  A simple diffuser provides one way to unlock the powerful benefits of fragrances. Placed in a room, a diffuser can silently transform the ambience,...

Imagine stepping into your house after a tiring day at work and being greeted by the instantly-relaxing scent of lavender. Or maybe you’ve just returned from a trip and are welcomed home with notes of grapefruit, orange zest, and warm amber, magical and cheery fragrances that extend the pleasant feeling of being on vacation. You can create these kinds of moments, all with the help of a low-cost, elegantly designed reed diffuser. Rattan reed diffusers produce ambiance in your home by filling your room with intoxicating fragrances, leading to a powerful and sometimes even emotional effect whenever you enter your...

Are you considering adding fragrance to your home? A reed diffuser may be exactly what you need to refresh your space and clear your mind.  In fact, reed diffusers offer a natural way to fill your home with long-lasting, sophisticated fragrance blends that can transform any room into a serene oasis perfectly tailored to your tastes.  But what are reed diffusers made from, and how do they throw fragrance so well? Continue reading to learn everything you need to know about reed diffusers and how they work. What is a Reed Diffuser And How Do Reed Diffusers Work? When learning...

Are you looking for the best ways to add natural fragrance to your space? Perhaps you’ve considered a scented candle, but don’t have a safe space to burn, or maybe you’ve thought of aroma diffusers but aren’t interested in electronics.  Reed diffusers are a great low maintenance option for making your home have complex natural fragrance blends that transport, uplift, and inspire. If you’ve been wondering how to use diffuser reeds for a transformative fragrance experience, keep reading to learn everything you need to know about how reed diffusers work and how to get the best use out of them. ...

If you’re anything like us, you’re a firm believer in the power of fragrance and its ability to make a space feel like a home. Whether you’re doing it for yourself or to welcome a special guest,, there’s nothing quite like a room that welcomes you with an intoxicating scent. And it’s no wonder, studies show that scent, emotion, and memory are all inextricably linked and intertwined. Just the smell of warming bread or romantic florals can transport you back in time, to memories of your favorite European adventure.  But what’s the best method to invoke the scent of that...