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Hanging auto freshers

little missy — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 16:08:42 GMT

I just returned the auto refreshers from Harry slatkin. I ordered them in

Christmas in july, and just opened them. I returned them, because they had no fragrance, and there were only 5 of them, and there were to be s/6. Anyway, the issue mainly was no fragrance. I was going to give them as a gift along with something else, but I did not, since there was no fragrance. I just requested a refund on this order.

Re: Hanging auto freshers

JeanLouiseFinch — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 19:03:37 GMT

If you're a Costco member, @little missy, the other day they had cards with either 5 or 6 Yankee Candle hanging air fresheners at the warehouse. I don't recall the price but remember thinking it wasn't bad.

Re: Hanging auto freshers

SilleeMee — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 18:20:57 GMT

You can't go wrong with Little Trees. They make all sorts of scents, something like 60 in all. Just be sure and follow the directions on how to unpackage them correctly. You don't want to completely remove the tree from the wrapper but only pull out enough of the tree to get fragrance. Otherwise it's overwhelming.

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SoCal Bred — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 18:43:36 GMT

I like to use these little cannisters in the 'Desert Jasmine' scent, it's not overpowering and it seems to last a long time, I usually put it under the passenger seat, people who have riden with me have always complimented how nice my car smells..

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CoffeeNut — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:41:17 GMT

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Nightowlz — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 18:52:33 GMT

I have a similar small terra cotta cherub angel I put drops of essential oil on to use in the car.

I also have a lamp ring you can put essential oils on. It won't work with an led bulb since they don't get hot. Amazon has this one for $4.28.

I can't deal with the chemical air fresheners. They cause my eyes & nose to run plus most give me a headache.

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Witchy Woman — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 19:26:54 GMT

@SilleeMee

I laughed when I saw your post as it reminded me of my commuter buses when I was working.

It was a long ride from suburban Maryland into Washington, DC, and almost every bus I took daily had these "little tree" air fresheners.

One driver had a freshener hanging over EVERY seat, so it was a lot of dangling trees.

That is only ONE reason I'm happy I am retired.

Re: Hanging auto freshers

FranandZoe — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 19:33:45 GMT

My DIL and grandson use Febreze car vent air clips - they smell good and not overpowering.

I grew up on those green air freshener trees so it's just "none" for me lol.

Re: Hanging auto freshers

Nightowlz — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 20:22:05 GMT

Did you know in some States it's illegal to have an air freshener on your car mirror.

I have heard about the Christmas Tree air freshener but I really didn't believe it when I heard it. Guess it's true.

AI Answer:

Yes, in many states, having a Christmas tree air freshener or any object hanging from your rearview mirror can be against the law, as it's often prohibited if it obstructs the driver's view, leading to potential traffic stops and tickets, though enforcement varies and some states specifically list these items as illegal, like Arizona, California, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas.

States with Specific Laws (or Strong Enforcement):

Arizona, California, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas: These states explicitly prohibit hanging items that obstruct the windshield, with penalties ranging from fines to citations, notes this AAA article and West Coast Trial Lawyers.
Virginia: Has a law against dangling objects, but officers can't pull you over solely for that reason; they need another valid reason first, according to this WANE 15 article.

Re: Hanging auto freshers

goldensrbest — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 20:25:10 GMT

I use those little trees,in my closet,and trash can,but honestyl the scent,doed not last long,.

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Etoile308 — Sun, 14 Dec 2025 02:37:58 GMT

I like the refillable car clips from Bath & Body Works. Especially when they have festive seasonal clips.

This year they also have what they call small hanging diffusers that can be hung in your car or used as ornaments.

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Desertdi — Sun, 14 Dec 2025 05:55:50 GMT

Never used them...WHY do you need them?

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Linda0215 — Sun, 14 Dec 2025 14:59:45 GMT

@CoffeeNut wrote:
I’ve always placed a couple dryer sheets under the front seats and change them every couple of weeks. Nice fresh subtle scent.

Thank you. I like that idea. I'm not a fan of overpowering scents but I can get behind a couple of dryer sheets. When I go outside to clean off my car (snow), I'll place a couple of them under my seat.

Re: Hanging auto freshers

SoCal Bred — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:18:38 GMT

@monicakm @Desertdi

FYI, my car is immaculate and doesn't stink, thank you!

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ROMARY — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 22:56:13 GMT

Those Little Trees are wonderful.

Just make sure you follow the package directions when opening.

Just cut a small triangle (or whatever) and carefully move the little tree upward, as you need it.

That way, it lasts much longer, and it won't be too strong of a scent.

Hang them everywhere, not only in a car.