Article: Room to breathe: marketers are looking to revitalize the home fragrance category for 2010.

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GREETING HOUSE GUESTS with a spray of fragrance is said to be a Mediterranean tradition. And why shouldn't it be commonplace in every home? Domestic scenting products are classically known as affordable, easy ways to provide a put-together and pleasant environment in a jiffy. A quick spritz of a lemon spray or lighting a lavender candle can work wonders in eliminating unsavory odors--even providing an aromatherapy boost to boot.

Despite the benefits and in correlation with the recession of 2009, there has been a significant downshift in the home fragrance market. Total sales of the category, which includes home air fresheners and ...

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