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Fragrance Lamps are a catalytic diffusion lamp that purifies the air while imparting a fragrance. The catalytic combustion technology was originally developed in the 1800s for use in hospitals and mortuaries. It is believed that molecules that cause bad smells are inherently unstable and the fragrance lamp's flameless, low-temperature catalytic combustion speeds up the decomposition process, converting odor molecules into harmless substances (such as carbon dioxide and water). Research has shown that the catalytic process can also effectively eliminate up to 85% of bacteria in a room for up to 30 hours after initial operation has stopped. While the medical use of the technology has waned, modern innovation has found a new application for the lamps in homes and offices. Using an unscented lamp fuel a catalytic diffusion lamp may reduce bacteria and various odors (pets, food, tobacco). With fragrance added to the isopropyl alcohol, the catalytic burner lamp becomes a fragrance lamp, diffusing aroma into the air while it purifies. Some perfumes are based on natural aromatics (essential oils), giving the lampes an aromatherapy application as well.
The fragrance lamp's process is initiated by lighting the stone burner seated at the mouth of the lamp. After a few minutes the flame is extinguished by blowing it out but the heated burner remains active as the flameless, low-temperature catalytic combustion process and diffused aromatics. The lamp does not operate with an open flame, making the fragrance lamp much safer to operate than scented candles. Its lower operating temperature also means that, unlike scented candles, the aromatics are diffused very efficiently into the ambient air without being burned. One of the by-products of these fragrance lamps is low-level ozone, which has been attributed to the "purification process" of the lamps in reducing bacteria and eliminating odor.
Sense of smell varies greatly between individuals. You may be particularly sensitive to certain fragrances and they will seem strong to you, while others do not seem as strong. In addition, when you use a new fragrance it may be very strong to you at first and weaker over time because you have become so accustomed to it (similar to wearing perfume). We carefully blend our fragrance lamp oil to ensure consistency as well as good burning results, and recommend that you sample our fragrance lamp oil in the 4 oz. size to determine which fragrances appeal to you the most before purchasing larger bottles. The 4 oz. size is just right for burning a lamp full of fragrance. You may also want to consider changing scents periodically to give your nose a chance to enjoy something new!
Our fragrance lamp refills are manufactured with the highest quality fragrance oil available and is suitable for use in any catalytic style fragrance lamp, including those manufactured by La-Tee-Da, Alexandria, Lampe Avenue, Scentier, Redolere, etc. and yes, even the French ones that they won't let us mention here. Tired of spending a fortune to enjoy quality lamp fragrance? You've come to the right place. Our scent selection is unbelievable - more than 300 and growing.
