Why Price Matters: What’s Really in a $6.50 Room Spray
When it comes to home fragrance, it’s tempting to grab something quick, easy, and inexpensive off the shelf. After all, how different can two “saffron” room sprays really be?
Quite a lot, actually.
The truth is, what you’re paying for — or not paying for — directly affects what’s in the bottle, how long the scent lasts, and how safe it is for your family (and your dog). While many affordable sprays look similar, the ingredients, manufacturing quality, and safety testing behind them can vary dramatically.
The Hidden Cost of Cheap Fragrance
Mass-produced room sprays are often made overseas in bulk using inexpensive synthetic bases that evaporate quickly. They’re designed for instant impact — a burst of scent that fades within minutes — rather than a balanced fragrance that lingers and transforms your space.
Cheaper sprays may also contain undisclosed additives, harsh alcohols, or irritants that can trigger sensitivities or harm pets. Many brands list only vague “scent notes” such as Mango & Sandalwood, giving little insight into what’s actually in the product.
In short, a $6.50 price tag often reflects a lack of transparency, lower-quality ingredients, and minimal testing for safety or longevity.
Ok… So What Does Safe for Dogs Really Mean?
If you share your home with a dog, safety matters more than most people realise. Dogs have a far stronger sense of smell and a different biological makeup, meaning some ingredients that are fine for humans can irritate or even harm them.
A truly dog-safe home fragrance avoids these harmful components entirely. It’s formulated with non-toxic bases, uses controlled levels of essential oils, and is tested or assessed for animal safety.
Unfortunately, many mass-market room sprays aren’t designed with pets in mind — they’re made purely for scent performance, not wellbeing.
Longevity vs. Instant Impact: The Real Test of Quality
High-quality fragrance doesn’t shout; it lingers. Premium formulations are carefully balanced so they release scent gradually over time, meaning you need fewer sprays to create a consistent, long-lasting aroma.
Cheaper alternatives tend to prioritise that first “wow” moment — a strong hit that quickly disappears. The difference? One transforms your space and mood; the other simply masks odours.
A Better Way to Fragrance Your Home
Take Saffron Nights Room Spray as an example of what thoughtful formulation looks like.
Each bottle is hand-poured in Melbourne, blended by a professional perfumer, and made with high-quality fragrance and essential oils for depth, balance, and lasting scent.
Every formula is APVMA-assessed and designed to be non-toxic for dogs, so you can safely spritz your couch, dog bedding, or living space without concern. The glass bottle and fine-mist atomiser deliver a luxurious, even diffusion that elevates the everyday ritual of scenting your home.
At Bug & Bun, we believe a room spray should do more than smell nice — it should make your space feel beautiful while keeping your home and your hound safe
“Because great fragrance shouldn’t come at the expense of quality, longevity, or your dog’s wellbeing”.
Wendy & Bug
