insideSUSSEX Magazine Issue 10 - December 2015 | Page 109

INTERIORS SURROUND YOURSELF WITH scent Fragrance – both as body perfumes and scents for the home – have been used for thousands of years, and for good reason. Scent can have a profound effect on your emotions, so use it to your advantage in your home. Whether you’re looking for a mood boost or a restful night’s sleep, adding fragrance to your interior is a great way to balance your mind, body and soul. LAVENDER Lavender is well known for its ability to relax, and is used in everything from baby shampoo to candles. The word lavender comes from the Latin word lavare, which means ‘to wash’ – the Romans used it for bathing, and it is said that they introduced the fragrant plant to England. The scent is both calming and stimulating, and is great for relieving headaches and giving you a peaceful sleep. We love… The White Company White Lavender Pillow Mist The White Company uses only the most beautiful pure lavender, blended with notes of bright basil and Sicilian lemon, and warmed with vetivert, to crea H\