Many home fragrances use fragrance oil because it is cheaper, have more varieties and last longer.
Some fragrance oil contain small elements of essential oils and are packaged or referred to as essential oils too.
A few years ago, I walked into a shop because many were raving about the products. I did not just want a product that smell nice, so I asked the person in the shop what is the benefits of their product and she said 'no benefits'. I was shocked so I confirmed again 'so they just smell nice?' and the person said 'yes'.
This is a brand that has many outlets in different malls in Singapore and many purchase it as gifts for others.
Things have evolved and more people are coming up with quality products as well. But there are still shops (online and offline) that use fragrance oil and also 'sell' their benefits, which in fact might be little to zero. eg. Lavender fragrance oil will not have the same benefits as a lavender essential oil.
These are things not many people will know and/or read on if all they want is a nice smelling space and some benefits.
As much as 'educational' materials are hard for me to create, I will try my best to share more info as we move along.
Until next time,
Ting