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Common scents?

A few months ago I remember reading an article that stressed the importance of taking rest periods and remaining alert on long journeys. I cannot remember if it was in one of your answers, but as it has long been my practice never to drive for more than 2 hours, I fully concurred with the article and did not keep a copy. However, the article mentioned a useful spray with a floral scent that was reputed to be a good way of refreshing oneself. It was obviously not lavender, which is used to induce sleep, but, as I am faced with making an unusually (for me) long journey in the near future, I have become interested in what that recommendation was. Can you, without going to too much trouble, indicate what that scent might have been.

Asked on 26 September 2009 by

Answered by Honest John
Not me, I'm afraid. I recommend Costa coffee. That and M&S BLTs are the best things to have happened to UK motorway service areas.
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