A wafting scent of pies from the annual contest, the spicy scent of churros pulling you in, and the fresh, fruity scent of prize winning produce, the county fair is a buffet of nostalgic scents and nothing takes you back like these comforting aromas at home. Find some of our favorite, county fair like scents below and reignite your love for the summer.
Scent is a unique sense as the information from a smell moves through the brain differently than other senses. When we smell scents, they pass through the part of our brain responsible for emotions before being stored or recognized as memories. That’s why memories linked to smell can feel more emotional.
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The county fair has such a distinct blend of scents and so many of them bring back the best memories of late nights, sweet treats, and freedom. Take home these popular county fair inspired scents and enjoy summer nostalgia any time of year.
One of the first scents that comes to mind from nostalgic nights at the fair, Cotton Candy is the go to for sweet summer scents. Using a blend of fruity notes, deep cherry, soft vanilla, and hints of musk, this recreation of Cotton Candy by Wild Berry takes us back instantly. Creating a gentle, not overpowering scent with delicate wisps of smoke, this popular incense is the perfect pairing for warm summer nights.
There’s a pie for every season and nothing says summer like fresh blueberry pie. This take on a classic from Beamer Candle Co is the perfect scent blend of fruity blueberries and buttery notes, all wrapped in fresh and comforting vanilla. Using enzymes to destroy smoke, food odors, and musty smells, Angelina’s Blueberry Pie smells like peak Saturday night at the fair when time felt like it stood still.
If you think cinnamon is just for fall you haven’t enjoyed enough churros at the county fair. This light and sweet cinnamon centered candle is the perfect nostalgic reminder of county fair treats. Warm, comforting, and a great background scent for making smores, Cinnamon Sprinkle clears out any smells you don’t want, leaving only good times and good memories.
Let’s face it, caramel is delicious all year round. But there’s something about the smell of it that brings back the scent of summer county fairs. This sweet scent treat without the calories from Beamer Candle Co eliminates smoke, pet odors, and musty summer smells around the house while filling your space with the sweet, salty, and buttery smell of pie.
Warm, salty nuts are the perfect on the go snack at the fair and Glazed Pistachio from Wild Berry Incense perfectly captures this nostalgic magic. A base scent of nutty pistachio is blended with notes of creamy almond and buttery shortbread for a deeply delicious scent that smells like the best parts of days gone by.
Fresh watermelon is a peak summer scent, and who doesn’t love to see farmers show off their prized ones at the county fair? This watermelon air freshener from Rasta Incense uses 100% concentrated oil for a quick burst of home freshening and nostalgia. A quick fix for musty odors and kitchen smells, this spray lifts the whole mood of your space with the fresh scent of summer’s favorite healthy treat.
It wouldn’t be the county fair without the faint smell of ice cream in the air. Orange Creamsicle incense captures the sweet smell of juicy summer treats. Capturing more than just the scent of the fair, this fan favorite incense brings backyard pools, hot summer days, and bike rides to life in a single scent. Made in the USA, this hand dipped incense burns lightly and evenly to fill the room with the scent of nostalgia.
Sweet, creamy, and candy like, Cherry Vanilla is the perfect time capsule of scent and brings back memories of the county fair. Burning in a cone to avoid falling ash from incense sticks, this sweet blend layers fruity cherry, warm vanilla, and hints of rich bourbon for a fun and comforting candy scent that lightens the mood and refreshes your space.
Nostalgic memories are comforting. But they don’t have to stay in the past. Each summer is an opportunity to start new traditions and make the most of the season. Making memories doesn’t have to be expensive or take up a lot of time, but in a few years time you’ll be glad you did it.
Start some new summer traditions this year with:
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Bring the nostalgic scent of cotton candy, delicious fried churros, or the faint scent of prize winning pies home anytime you need a nostalgic pick me up. At Nothing But Scents, our candles, incense, air fresheners, and oils create the vibes you need at any time of year. Build your own county fair collection today!
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