Our edit of the best reed diffusers will make your home smell like a sanctuary

In an effort to "keep calm and carry on" (as the old British saying goes), we've all been making small moves in the past year and a half to not only keep composure but to keep sane as the world returns to normal. Recently we've been rekindling our love of fashion - we're talking actual clothes and not just loungewear - and restocking our shelves with the best perfumes to stay calm. And almost all of us have become more astute when it comes to our interiors. Treating ourselves to a few new throw blankets and wall art prints was where it all began (it's amazing the difference a couple of indoor plants make, too) and before we knew it we were all updating our sofas, purchasing accent chairs and, of course, scenting our homes with the help of the best reed diffuser.

Our sense of smell is our most primitive sense (located in the same part of the brain that affects emotions and memories) so it's not surprising that having a pleasant smelling room will immediately lift your mood. And whilst we're big fans of scented candles and essential oil diffusers to also stimulate our noses, reed diffusers are the most effective way to keep the good smells - and feelings - going on a consistent basis.

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Having purchased my own fair share of reed diffusers, though, I know they're not always as effective as I hoped for. The trick is to keep their use to smaller or more contained rooms, rather than open-plan spaces, and of course, choosing a reed diffuser that actually works and maintains its scent. With our edit of the best reed diffusers, we can guarantee you'll not only find a scent that stimulates ALL the positive vibes, but you'll actually notice.