Candles have long been the easy burst of aromatherapy we often crave.

So, you may wonder ifyou’ve been burning your candles wrong all along.

Of course, we’re all for it, but choosing the best aromatherapy source is tricky.

Reed diffuser with pink liquid

So, how do the benefits of a reed diffuser differ from other home scent options?

It does the job.

But I have to turn it on."

Smoky incense with an open book

They explain that, although the scent is lovely, it’s often too subtle.

There’s no need to turn them on or off and no flame to keep watch over.

There are no matches, plugs, or dials to contend with.

Reed stalks alongside scented reed diffuser

Instead, just pour the scented oil into the vessel of your choice and drop in the reeds.

And although this is as easy as it sounds, it still begs the question why reeds, specifically?

Reed diffusers are comprised of three components, according toWhole Home Scenting.

But reed diffusers often use other varieties of thin wooden sticks and reeds interchangeably with equal success.

As it does, the scent naturally wafts into the air.