Aroma Flasks
Aroma Flasks are the ideal unique NZ-made gift for friends, family, or a treat for yourself. The salvaged Rimu wood has a small sponge inside where you put essential oils. The wood then begins to smell like the oil. Ideal for scenting small spaces and the perfect sustainable gift that no one has seen before!
- 1 x Rimu Aroma Flask
- Design of your choice
Meet Our Aroma Flasks
Have you ever seen an Aroma Flask? These amazing little eco gifts are made of Rimu – a wood that is native to New Zealand and has the most beautiful wood grain. They are hand turned and begin to smell when you open the top and drop essential oils inside. You then close the top and the wood of the body of the flask then begins to smell like the oil. Perfect for scenting small places like drawers, cupboards, closets, cars (please see the FAQ below), or for taking essential oil on the go in your bag (exposing your bottle to high temperatures or sunlight can degrade oils).
They make for great gifts and souvenirs – with lots of people sending these overseas for a little taste of NZ.
Aroma Flasks Details
Frequently Asked Questions
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100% handmade and designed in NZ with care, using solid salvaged Rimu
Different designs and Paua shell inlay options
Leather strap
Aroma Flasks work great in cars, cupboards, wardrobes, drawers, handbags or any other small space.
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Beautifully designed and unique
Great way to use your Essential Oils
Support a local NZ business using plastic free products!
They are made from NZ salvaged Rimu that was otherwise destined for fire wood - we love upcycling!
Your choice of designs
A way to give a taste of New Zealand that isn’t your typical souvenir
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​​Simply remove the lid, drop in 15-5 drops of your favourite essential oil. It will be more like 12-15 drops when you first fill your flask and then less when you have you’re your flask for a while. It will take some time for the wood to diffuse the smell.
Place in a small space like a closet, drawer, cupboard, or pop it in your bag when you are out and about to take your essential oils on the go. An Aroma Flask can be used in cars in some instances – please see the FAQs below.
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Flasks are round and 7cm in diameter in the wood body
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Salvaged Rimu wood that was otherwise destined to be firewood. Leather strap that goes around the top of the flask.
This product is not certified but has a very small scale manufacturing process so there is a lot of control over the raw materials used. There is one maker that turns the Rimu on our behalf and he has been wood turning for decades.
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Cardboard box
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Hand-made in the Kapiti coast, New Zealand, by a traditional wood turner.
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An all-round durable product with not much maintenance in terms of cleaning or care. Please do not submerge your Aroma Flask in water.
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Shipping costs, shipping materials, carbon offsets, and estimates for delivery times can be found: HERE.
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Yes. Please note that during summer or when the temperature in your car gets high, the oil will diffuse at lot more quickly. If you are going to use this in your car, please use a strong fragrance oil and top up your flask regularly. In the cooler months your Aroma Flask in your car will be more effective.
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No, these wood Aroma Flasks are made for small spaces only
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- Sandalwood: Known for its warm, woody aroma, sandalwood is a timeless favorite that promotes relaxation and a sense of calm.
- Cedarwood: With its rich, earthy scent, cedarwood is beloved for its grounding properties and ability to evoke feelings of comfort and stability.
- Lavender: Renowned for its calming and soothing effects, lavender is a classic choice that promotes relaxation and helps ease stress and anxiety.
- Eucalyptus: With its refreshing, minty aroma, eucalyptus is popular for its invigorating properties and ability to clear the mind and sinuses.
- Citrus: Citrus scents like lemon, orange, and grapefruit are uplifting and energizing, making them ideal choices for boosting mood and promoting focus and productivity.
- Vanilla: Sweet and comforting, vanilla is a popular choice for its warm, inviting aroma that can evoke feelings of nostalgia and relaxation.
- Patchouli: With its musky, earthy scent, patchouli is often used for its grounding and balancing properties, making it a popular choice for meditation and mindfulness practices.
- Rose: Floral and romantic, rose scents are beloved for their ability to uplift the spirits and promote feelings of love and happiness.
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Wood has a natural ability to absorb and retain liquids, making it an ideal material for holding aromatic oils or perfumes. This allows the fragrance to gradually diffuse over time, resulting in a long-lasting and subtle scent, perfect for your space!
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No! Actually these little flasks have a long and fascinating history that dates back centuries. The concept of carrying fragrances in portable containers can be traced back to ancient civilizations like Egypt and Mesopotamia. These early aroma vessels were often made from precious materials like gold, silver, or alabaster and were used to carry aromatic oils and perfumes for personal use.
In medieval Europe, aroma flasks became popular among the nobility and upper class. They were intricately crafted from materials such as glass, porcelain, or even animal horns, and were adorned with ornate designs and precious gems. These flasks served both practical and decorative purposes, allowing individuals to carry their favorite scents wherever they went while also showcasing their wealth and status.
During the Renaissance period, aroma flasks experienced a resurgence in popularity as trade routes expanded, bringing exotic spices and fragrances from distant lands. Perfumers began experimenting with new ingredients and blending techniques, leading to the creation of complex and captivating scents. Aroma flasks became prized possessions, cherished for their ability to evoke memories and emotions through scent.
Today, aroma flasks continue to enchant and inspire people around the world. Whether it's a sleek modern design or a vintage-inspired piece, these portable vessels allow us to carry our favorite fragrances wherever life takes us, adding a touch of luxury and elegance to our daily routines.
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Domestic shipping: we aim for 2 business days, but please allow up to 5 days plus extra for rural delivery. International shipping could take up to 14 business days. Please refer to our Shipping Page for the most up-to-date information.
Due to supply chain challenges and courier delays, shipping times could be longer than usual. We are doing our best with this, so please contact us if you need customer service support for your order.
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All our products are subject to quality control, and we provide a guarantee against manufacturer defects as per the Consumer Guarantees Act.
The guarantee covers any manufacturing, design, or material defect. Please notify us within 30 days of noticing any defects.
This warranty does not cover drops, blows, improper use, or other issues not attributable to a manufacturer's defects. Still, we do our best to help customers use our products for as long as possible. Please get in touch if you have any questions.
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Yes, we offer full and partial refunds per the Consumer Guarantees Act. We cannot offer returns on this item for hygiene reasons.
Please enquire for more information about our Refund Policy.
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