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Claggy, sweaty, humid weather: it’s the absolute worst for trying to get to sleep in, right? Well in this week’s extra episode, we’re discussing scents that, once sprayed, seem to instantly lower the temperature and create a cool, calming atmosphere.

Do you wear fragrances to sleep (and save some especially for hot weather), or use diffusers, essential oils, or other fragrant ways of staying cool? We’d love to hear about them!

Of course these fragrances don’t only have to be reserved for humid, sleepless nights - they can be used anytime you need to have an instant refresh or mood-re-setting moment.

Here’s what we waft when it all gets a bit much…

NEOM Super Shower Power Body Wash

‘Smells like a fresh mint tea – invigorating and energising. All the flavours that make you feel awake, and alert are blended into this incredible sensorial shower cream: pinging mint, euphoric eucalyptus, cleansing rosemary and empowering coffee. Plus, there’s creamy oat milk to add a gorgeous feeling of nourishment and care around you, charging you up for the best start to the day. - Alice du Parcq.’

NEOM Squeeze the Day Essential Oil Blend

‘Smells like freshly cut and perfectly ripe citrus fruits - juicy and uplifting. The ultimate get-up-and-go blast of sharp-sweet citrus zest, featuring the perfect balance of bitter and tart grapefruit with warm and juicy mandarin. For extra oomph, there’s a subtle ping of cooling eucalyptus that radiates through your space – the greatest of all feel-good scents. - Alice du Parcq.’

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Eau de Cologne

‘One of the world's oldest and most famous authentic Eau de Cologne creations, having been produced in Cologne, Germany, since 1792. Known for its iconic blue-and-gold packaging, it is a timeless, unisex citrus-aromatic fragrance loved for its crisp, clean, and immediately refreshing profile.’

Top Notes: Bergamot, Lemon, Orange, Peach, and Basil
Heart Notes: Lavender and Rosemary
Base Notes: Neroli (orange blossom) and Petitgrain

+ Eau de Cologne Tissues

+ Eau de Cologne Cool Stick

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Herba Fresca

‘A note of fresh herbs sparkling with dew and springtime flowers, energised by a bunch of spearmint leaves and connected by a green tea accord. The fragrance is enlivened by a tonic accord with the aromas of cut grass glistening with dew.’

DedCool Mineral Milk

‘Your favorite MILK scent on a seaside getaway. The familiar, skin-like musk you love, refreshed with a salty breeze and mineral sparkle. A coastal daydream, bottled.

TOP: GOLDEN NECTAR, PASSIONFRUIT
MIDDLE: COASTAL LAVENDER, OCEAN AIR, MARINE SALT
BOTTOM: AMBER MILK, VIRGINIA CEDAR,AUSTRALIAN SANDALWOOD.’

Roos & Roos Globulus

‘At the top, eucalyptus globulus in two aspects: the essence of the leaves (aromatic) and the extract of the buds (fruity greens) for a lively freshness. In the heart, essence of mint (spicata mint) for a lively spicy burst of cardamom from Guatemala. The green facet is amplified by salviac (smell of sage leaves).In the background the cascalone blows a wind of aquatic freshness, like a morning dew. A crystal moss note (close to oak moss) creates a woody facet. A breeze of lively and minty freshness.’

Diptyque Lemongrass & Geranium Body Spray

‘A bright, aromatic spray infused with essential oils known to help repel mosquitoes. A limited-edition design inspired by summer water gardens.

Lemongrass, geranium and neroli create a vibrant freshness on the skin. On the bottle, geraniums come to life in a design inspired by mosaic tesserae, imagined by Mathilde Jonquière.’

HERETIC PARFUM - NOSFERATU

‘In partnership with Nosferatu and Focus Features, Heretic is proud to collaborate on a fragrance inspired by the iconic vampire. Cold, pale and pellucid, this fragrance evokes the uneasy chill of encountering an apparition. The fragrance opens with a clap of thunder and downpour of rain, strikes of lightning fill the air with petrichor and electricity. Tangled in the stones of the dark, wet heart chord you will find lilac in vivid a bouquet of cadaverous hues punctuated by inky violet absolute. This floral accord of ether conjures memories of forgotten innocence and love everlasting that give way to the peculiar delights of vegan Ambergris. Soft and velvety the ambergris dances on the skin in a nostalgic waltz that is both delicate and hedonistic. Nosferatu is only in theaters this Christmas. © 2024 Focus Features LLC.’

Norfolk Natural Living Magnesium Spray

‘Our Magnesium Sleep body spray is…

For sleep. For tension. For 3am spirals. Created by a mum who just wanted her child to rest.

I didn’t set out to launch a magnesium sleep spray — I made this because my daughter couldn’t sleep.

She wasn’t dramatic, just quietly anxious. Her little mind wouldn’t switch off. Bedtime became a knot of questions, overthinking, and restlessness. So I blended magnesium with lavender and sweet orange. A gentle, calming spray she could trust—and so could I. It helped her sleep. Properly.

And once I saw it worked for her, I started using it too—after long days, before travel, when a migraine threatened, or when my own brain refused to slow down. Now it lives in every bag and on every bedside table. Not just for sleep. For calm.

What it does

Helps you fall—and stay—asleep Spray on feet, wrists, or chest. Breathe deeply. Sleep comes easier.
Calms anxiety For that wired-at-bedtime feeling, or mid-day overwhelm. A few sprays help settle things down.
Relieves muscle tension & restless legs Ideal after workouts, desk days, or long flights.
Soothes migraines & tension headaches Apply to neck and temples at the first sign of a flare-up.
Supports sleep during perimenopause and menopause Great for night sweats, restless sleep, and general hormonal chaos—no hormones involved.

What’s in it

Magnesium Sulfate – Known to relax muscles, reduce anxiety, and support melatonin production.
Lavender Essential Oil – The classic calming scent, soothing and familiar.
Sweet Orange Essential Oil – Uplifting and comforting; balances out bedtime anxiety.
Nothing synthetic, nothing sticky – Vegan, cruelty-free, and handmade in Norfolk.

How to use it

For sleep: 4–6 sprays on wrists, feet, or backs of knees about 20 minutes before bed.
For muscle tension: 8–10 sprays, massage into sore areas.
For anxiety: Spray on palms, rub, and inhale slowly.
For migraines or tension headaches: Apply to back of neck and temples.
For children aged 5+: 2–3 sprays after bath or before bed.
On-the-go: Use before travel, meetings, or school runs to take the edge off.’