The sharp, resinous smell of pine does more than signal the holidays. It taps directly into the brain’s emotional wiring, which is why a single breath can feel like a reset button for a stressed mind.

And research suggests that the smell of mint can help those feeling tense, too. A more seasonal smell, pine, has been linked to increased activity in the areas of the brain responsible for “judgment, ...

Dr. Squatch is no neophyte when it comes to perfumery. The grooming brand based on a pipe-smoking Sasquatch is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. But until now, it’s focused mostly on ...

Nothing feels more like the holidays than the smells of Christmas, from the sweet aromas of freshly baked cookies to fresh pine trees and sugar plums. As well being a time for family, food and ...

Claims that scented candles cause cancer have gone viral on social media. But a toxicologist told Insider concerns that candles emit dangerous chemicals are overblown. Alternatives to scented candles ...

Some aspects of choosing a live Christmas tree, like shape, color, and aroma, are subjective. But certain Christmas tree species are better at keeping their needles and holding ornaments. Two ...