Best Scents | How to Use a Scented Sachet?

Best Scents: How to use a lavender sachet, Lavender Backyard Garden, New Zealand Lavender Farm

Looking for a simple, natural way to make your home smell beautiful? Scented sachets are small but mighty tools for creating calm, eliminating unwanted odours, and gently freshening drawers, wardrobes, pillows, and more.

At Lavender Backyard Garden, we craft our sachets using lavender dried flower buds, grown right here in New Zealand, known for their strong, long-lasting scent and moth-repelling benefits.

In this guide, you’ll discover:

  • What sachets are and how they work
  • Where to use them
  • How to choose the right scent
  • Why our handcrafted sachets are different


🌸 What Is a Scented Sachet?

A scented sachet is a small, breathable pouch filled with dried aromatic herbs or flowers. Traditionally used to scent linens and repel insects, they offer a botanical alternative to synthetic fresheners.

As the herbs slowly release essential oils, your space becomes infused with natural aroma—free from overpowering perfume.

Common Ingredients in Sachets

  • Lavender – for relaxation and restful sleep
  • Eucalyptus – to support breathing and mental clarity
  • Rosemary – to promote focus and mood uplift
  • Other florals – for seasonal or functional benefits

Some sachets are also designed for specific uses, such as under pillows for better sleep or slipped into suitcases to keep garments fresh while traveling.


🌿 Aromatherapy Benefits & Scent Origins

Each of our sachets is thoughtfully filled with herbs selected for both their aromatic profiles and wellness benefits. Here's a closer look at the key ingredients we use and why:

💜 Lavandin (Lavender Hybrid)

  • Scent: Sweet, herbal, and slightly camphourous
  • Benefits: Promotes relaxation, reduces stress, repels moths, and supports restful sleep
  • Used in: All our lavender sachets, including the Lavender Scented Sachet and Lavender Pillow Sachet

We grow Lavandin on our farm for its robust aroma and lasting power. It’s ideal for long-term use in sachets.

📝 Note: We use English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) only in our gourmet creations—such as our Lavender Blueberry Jam—because of its softer fragrance profile.

🌿 Tuscan Blue Rosemary

  • Scent: Fresh, piney, and slightly medicinal
  • Benefits: Boosts mental clarity, refreshes indoor spaces, reduces mental fatigue
  • Used in: Eucalyptus, Rosemary & Lavender Sachet

Our rosemary is cultivated on our New Zealand farm for its high oil content and strong fragrance—ideal for sachets that need a more invigorating profile.

🌬️ Eucalyptus (Globulus & Cinerea)

  • Scent: Crisp, clean, and revitalising
  • Benefits: Supports easier breathing, clears congestion, refreshes stale air
  • Used in: Eucalyptus sachets and Sniff Jar blends

These eucalyptus varieties offer sharp, clarifying scents that are energising and cleansing, perfect for mental focus or seasonal wellness.


🧺 Best Places to Use Scented Sachets

1. Wardrobe & Storage Freshness

One of the most popular ways to use scented sachets is in your wardrobe or linen storage. These herb-filled pouches help keep your textiles smelling clean and protected from moths—without synthetic chemicals.

Try placing sachets:

  • In drawers with clothing, sheets, or towels
  • Hung from coat hangers or placed on closet shelves
  • Inside seasonal storage bins or suitcases

Benefits:

  • Naturally freshens garments and linens
  • Repels moths from wool, silk, and vintage items
  • Replaces synthetic dryer sheets with a herbal alternative
  • Keeps suitcases and boxes smelling clean during storage or travel

Recommended products:

  • Lavender Wardrobe Sachets – these sachets naturally freshen wardrobes and help repel moths. Explore Lavender Wardrobe Sachets, handcrafted in New Zealand with our farm-grown Lavandin buds.

2. Under Your Pillow for Sleep Support

Placing a sachet under your pillow is a gentle, natural way to improve sleep quality. As your head rests, the light pressure releases soothing fragrance that calms the nervous system and promotes restful sleep.

How to use:

  • Slip the sachet inside your pillowcase or tuck just under your pillow
  • Let the natural scent work gradually as you rest

Benefits:

  • Calms anxiety and eases nighttime stress
  • Supports deep, uninterrupted sleep
  • Ideal for adults and children alike

Our pick:


3. In Drawers, Suitcases, or Storage Boxes

Sachets are a great way to maintain freshness and protect garments in enclosed storage spaces, especially during off-season months.

Place sachets in:

  • Dresser drawers with daily wear
  • Bins of stored jumpers, scarves, or woollens
  • Vintage or delicate clothing boxes
  • Travel suitcases for a clean scent when unpacking

Why use them:

  • Freshens clothes without overpowering scent
  • Absorbs mild humidity in enclosed spaces
  • Replaces chemical scent boosters like dryer sheets

Product suggestions:

  • Eucalyptus, Rosemary & Lavender Sachet – these linen sachets naturally freshen wardrobes and help repel moths. Each is handcrafted with Lavandin buds grown on our spray-free farm.
  • Luxury Satin Silk Lavender Sachet – a gift-worthy sachet wrapped in silky satin fabric, filled with richly scented lavender flower buds harvested at peak bloom. Perfect for drawers, bedside tables, or elegant gifting.
  • Linen Closet Sachet with Animal Print – made with breathable linen and filled with air-dried lavender, these sachets bring freshness and charm to any wardrobe or cupboard.

4. For a Quick Mood Reset – Anywhere You Pause

For moments when you need a natural, instant pick-me-up, try our Aromatherapy Sniff Jars—compact, mess-free herbal jars made for intentional, mindful breathing.

How to use:

  • Open the jar
  • Gently press the herbal pouch inside
  • Inhale deeply for a few seconds

Best for:

  • Study breaks and desk-side refreshers
  • Evening wind-downs and bedtime rituals
  • Travel pauses in flights, cars, or hotels
  • Mindful breathing during moments of stress

Available blends:

Handcrafted on our New Zealand farm, these sniff jars are flame-free, spill-free, and ready whenever you need a natural mood boost.


⏳ How Long Does the Scent Last?

A sachet typically lasts:

  • 2–3 months in open air
  • 3–6 months in drawers or enclosed spaces

To refresh the scent, simply:

  • Gently squeeze or shake the sachet
  • Store in sunlight for 10–15 minutes (if using breathable material)
  • Or drop a few drops of matching essential oil into the pouch

🌿 Why Our Sachets Smell Better (and Last Longer)

At Lavender Backyard Garden, we believe the quality of a sachet starts with how the herbs are grown and dried. That’s why we:

  • Harvest our lavender flower buds at peak bloom, when the essential oil concentration is at its richest
  • Air-dry them slowly in a dark, well-ventilated space to preserve the natural oils and prevent scent loss
  • Use only pure dried buds—never fillers or stems—to ensure every sachet is naturally fragrant and long-lasting

Harvested lavender from our Lavender Backyard Garden lavender field

This careful process results in sachets that hold their aroma longer and offer a more authentic, full-bodied scent—something you can truly feel every time you open a drawer, suitcase, or lie down to rest.

Want to see where it all begins? Visit our Lavender Farm in person and explore the aromatic fields where we grow, harvest, and handcraft your sachets.


❓ FAQs About Using Scented Sachets

Q: How do I use scented sachets in a wardrobe?

Place them in coat pockets, on shelves, or hang them from hangers. Choose breathable fabric sachets for the best scent diffusion.

Q: Can I put scented sachets in drawers or linen cupboards?

Absolutely. Just make sure the sachets are completely dry and not too close to heat sources.

Q: What's the best scent for a closet?

Lavender is the most popular because it's calming and naturally repels moths. Rosemary and eucalyptus add freshness and mental clarity.

Q: How do I make my clothes smell good naturally?

Use herbal sachets, avoid chemical-laden dryer sheets, and let garments breathe between wears. Herbal sachets are perfect for this purpose.

Q: Can I refresh the scent in my sachet?

Yes. Gently shake or squeeze it, or add a few drops of essential oil that match the contents (like lavender or eucalyptus oil).


✨ Final Thoughts

Scented sachets are more than just a fragrant touch—they’re a natural wellness ritual, a moth-repelling wardrobe hero, and a piece of nature you can carry anywhere. From calming your sleep to refreshing your closet, they fit beautifully into modern, mindful living.

✨ Explore our full range in the Wardrobe Sachet Collection, and discover how a few thoughtfully placed sachets can transform your space with scent, softness, and serenity.

Looking for more ways to enjoy lavender in your daily rituals? Visit our Lavender Body & Home collection for sprays, creams, and other aromatherapy essentials—handcrafted with love at Lavender Backyard Garden in New Zealand.

Back to blog