If you've followed my blog at all, you know how I adore fragrance! Everything from perfume to scented candles to room spray to aromatherapy pillow liners.
What? You haven't heard of
aromatherapy pillow liners? Well, don't be embarrassed. It's a new concept developed by
Sleep Scentsations. You'll be hearing more about this, I'm sure, because this is one idea that nearly everyone can agree on!
"Sleep Scentsations aromatherapy pillow liners are thin, soft liners infused with essential oils and fragrance oils that will not stain your bed linens. When placed on your pillow, underneath the pillowcase, you will enjoy a relaxing scent that will lull you to sleep."
It's absolutely true.
I was provided a couple of
Sleep Scentsations pillow liners in order to do this review. I received
White Tea & Lily and
My Boyfriend's Shirt.
I decided to try the White Tea & Lily first (saving the best for last!). Using the pillow liner is a breeze. Each one comes individually wrapped in a foil-like package to preserve the scent. When you open it, you immediately smell the wonderful scent. The liner itself looks something like a thin panty-liner, only about ten times the size. It has a light adhesive backing that makes it stick to your pillow without shifting.
Directions:
1. Open the packet and peel the protective backing from the liner.
2. Apply the liner onto the pillow underneath the pillowcase.
3. Once scent diminishes, remove and replace with a new liner.
And that's it. Couldn't be easier!
As I said, I tried the White Tea & Lily first and wow, I was amazed at how well I could smell it through the pillowcase without it being strong or overwhelming. The White Tea & Lily scent is sweet and gentle and almost like powder, very soothing and pleasing. There was definitely a smile on my face as my head hit the pillow and the scent was there waiting for me. Falling asleep with a smile and such a comforting scent filling your nose is heaven!
This went on for about three or four days, then I began to notice that the scent was diminishing. The package says it should typically last for 4 to 7 days. After 4 days, I could tell the scent was becoming weaker, but I left it on my pillow until I could barely smell it anymore, and it was exactly 7 days.
When I pulled it off to apply the next scent to review, there was still a lot of scent left on the liner. So I doubled it, pressing the adhesive sides together, and tossed it into my lingerie drawer. It isn't strong enough now to really scent anything in there, but I couldn't bear to throw it away when there was still some scent left!
Next I tried My Boyfriend's Shirt. The package describes it like this: "now you will feel like he is sleeping beside you as you enjoy his sultry scent". Wow. That is NOT an overstatement at all! This scent smells like HIM. I wanted to cuddle my pillow all night!
{ahem} There is no "boyfriend" or HIM in my life right now, so the experience was a bit strange for me, I'll admit. It actually made me crave closeness with a man. Talk about sensual! Their website describes it best - "Like the scent of his favorite shirt, enjoy the sexy blend of musk, jasmine and sandalwood." Oh yeah!! I like it, but if you're a single woman like me, beware--it might make you just a wee bit lonesome for some male company!
The scent was not strong at all. In fact, I daresay I would have liked it a little stronger. I had to press my nose into my pillowcase to be able to smell it. While the White Tea & Lily seemed to envelop my whole head with its gentle smell, My Boyfriend's Shirt was quite the opposite. Just like pressing your man's shirt to your face to inhale his scent, that's the way I had to do my pillow to get the smell.
And after only using it for one night, I can already tell that the scent is fading away. This one might not last 3 days, much less 4 to 7. Maybe I just got a bad one? It happens. Someone else may get a liner that emits the scent for several days. I envy them! :)
Anyway, these products are fantastic and I am definitely going to be buying some of these. Can't wait to try the other scents:
RELAXING LAVENDER - Classic blend of lavender, bergamot, chamomile and cedarwood essential oils to help you unwind.
DAY AT THE BEACH - Feel like you are falling asleep on your beach towel with the scents of the ocean air, warm sand and suntan lotion.
FRESH CUT GRASS - Fall asleep to the pleasant memories of a spring day and the scent of freshly cut grass in the air.
GINGER & AMBER - Create a sense of calm and relaxation with the warm blend of white ginger and amber.
SHANGHAI NIGHTS - This delicate floral blossom scent, laced with a hint of musk, transports you into the serenity of an Oriental Garden.
SNORE Rx - A therapeutic blend of essential oils formulated to suppress snoring and provide a more restful nights sleep.
Don't they all sound wonderful?! I can't wait to try the whole product catalog!
You can buy boxes of each scent with 8 liners for only $19.99. And if you're like me and want to try them all, there's a PLEASANT DREAMS collection. Enjoy a variety of scents and experience a sleep like no other. Collection includes: 2 each of Relaxing Lavender and White Tea & Lily and 1 each of Day at the Beach, Fresh Cut Grass, Ginger & Amber, Shanghai Nights, My Boyfriends Shirt and SnoreRx. 10 LINERS PRICE: $24.99
If they help you get a good night's sleep, they are worth every penny. Go check out the
Sleep Scentsations website. I know you'll be placing an order just like me!
~~GIVEAWAY~~
Sleep Scentsations is giving one lucky reader a free Pleasant Dreams Collection of 10 liners so you can try them all! Lucky you!!
Entering is easy.
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~~Mandatory~~
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Sleep Scentsations aromatherapy pillow liner
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Giveaway closes midnight CST Sunday June 20, 2010. Giveaway open to US and Canada residents only. Winner will be chosen by Random.org and notified by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond, or another winner will be chosen. I will provide winner's mailing address to the sponsor, who is responsible for prize fulfillment.
Disclaimer: I was provided a sample of Sleep Scentsations pillow liners gratis in exchange for providing this unbiased review of the product. No other monetary consideration was involved, and my review was not influenced in any way.