To most people, a smell isn't just a fragrance, it's a memory. When a warm breeze blows the smell of Jasmin, you're instantly brought back to a certain summer holiday.
These nostalgic ties aren't just a coincidence, there's science behind why we have these strong links. Our olfactory response is directly linked to the emotional center of our brain, causing a flood of warm feelings with a simple sniff. Unlike touch or taste, scents are directly correlated with past experiences. It's no wonder the smell of rain or the smell of pine trees makes us so reminiscent.
But aside from their memory-inducing powers, certain scents can also do amazing things for our mind and body. From stress relief to headache relief, certain aromas have a way of making an impact.
Lavender True Essential Oil (Lavandula Angustifolia)
Lavender oil can help anxiety, insomnia, restlessness. As a go-to scent for relaxation, lavender can help calm the mind and body almost instantly. But perhaps its most useful benefit is its ability to help
treat insomnia in students. In a study of 42 college women, the research found that the fragrance effectively eased sleep problems and depression in the participants. Next time you're having trouble getting your shuteye, try turning to the soothing scent for a little help.
Aromatic Description: Powdery, floral, light
Collection Method: Steam distillation
Origin: France
Charka: Third eye (intuition)
Peppermint Piperita Essential Oil (Mentha Piperita)
Peppermint oil is a natural stimulant that can increase your ability to concentrate and boost energy levels.
Chakra: Sacral (creativity)
Aromatic Description: Minty, fresh, herbaceous
Collection Method: Steam Distillation
Origin: India
Rosemary Essential Oil (Rosmarinus Officinalis)
Rosemary oil can help improve brain function, reduce levels of cortisol and the body's response to stress.
Charka: Throat and third eye (expression and intuition)
Aromatic Description:Herbaceous
Collection Method: Steam distillation
Origin: Spain
Lemongrass Flexuosus Essential Oil (Cymbopogon Flexuosus)
Lemongrass oil has a "harmonising effects" on the nervous system. Beneficial for stress, anxiety, and depression.
Charka: Solar Plexus ( confidence)
Aromatic Description: Citrus, herbaceous.
Collection Method: Steam distillation
Aromatic Description: Grassy-citrus scent and earthy undertone
Origin: Sri Lanka
May Chang Essential Oil (Litsea Cubeba)
May Chang oil has uplifting and relaxing properties to help ease anxious feelings.Chakra: Solar plexus & heart ( confidence & love)
Aromatic Description: Lemon like, fresh, sweet, sherbet like odour
Collection Method: Steam distillation
Origin: China
Bergamot FC-Free Essential Oil (Citrus Bergamia)
Bergamot oil is uplifting and heart opening. Perfect to use when you are feeling heavy or down.
Chakra: Solar Plexus ( confidence)
Aromatic Description: Citrus, with a light floral undertone
Collection Method: Cold pressed
Grown in: Italy
Sweet Orange Essential Oil (Citrus Sinensis)
Sweet Orange oil is known for its uplifting and worry-reducing properties. It's an overall mood enhancer and relaxant.
Charka: Sacral (creativity)
Aromatic Description:Sweet, fresh, citrus
Collection Method: Cold Pressed
Grown is : Brazil
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil (Cananga Odorata)
Ylang Ylang oil is a mood-enhancer, aphrodisiac, calming and relaxing. It is a great mood enhancer if you are feeling a bit flat.
Chakra: heart & throat ( love and expression)
Aromatic Description: Sweet, floral, tropical
Collection Method: Steam Distillation
Origin: Madagascar
Rose Geranium Essential Oil (Pelargonium Graveolens)
Rose Geranium oil used to promote emotional stability and improves mood.
Chakra: heart (love)
Aromatic Description: Herbaceous, green, floral, sweet
Collection Method: Steam distillation
Origin: Egypt
Eucalyptus Blue Gum Essential Oil (Eucalyptus Globulus)
Eucalyptus oil supports the respiratory system as a decongestant. It's a great oil to use in the evening for clearing a busy mind.
Chakra: Throat ( expression)
Aromatic Description: camphoraceous, airyCollection
Method: Steam distillation
Grown in China
We use eucalyptus oil in our Soothe range for a relaxing blend.
Clary Sage Essential Oil (Salvia Sclarea)
Clary Sage is known for its calming properties. In the Middle Ages, the Clary Sage plant was frequently used to soothe the mind and the skin.
Chakra: third eye ( intuition)
Aromatic Description: Woody, herbal
Collection Method: Steam Distillation
Origin: France
Neroli Oil (Citrus Aurantium Amara)
There are three essential oils derived from the bitter orange tree. Petitgrain oil is distilled from the leaves and twigs of the tree, Neroli essential oil is distilled from the blossoms, and Bitter Orange oil is produced by cold pressing the rinds of the fruits.
Neroli Essential Oil has a relaxing, soothing and uplifting aroma
Scent note: Middle
Aromatic Description: floral, green, citrusy
Origin: Tunisia
Extraction Method: Steam distilled
Petitgrain oil (Citrus Aurantium)
Petitgrain essential oil is a woody floral oil with grounding properties with are good for mental tension.
Aromatic Description: woody, floral, slightly herbaceous
Scent note: Base
Origin: Tunisia
Collection Method: Steam distillation
Grapefruit Essential Oil
Uplifting, and energising. Wonderful refreshing and invigorating citrusy aroma
Origin: USA
Aromatic Description: fresh, clean grapefruit
Scent note: Top
Extraction Method: cold pressed
Cedarwood Himalayan Essential Oil (Cedrus Deodara)
Cedarwood Himalayan Essential Oil is Grounding and calming.
Origin: Himalayas
Extraction Method: Steam distilled
Odour: Woody, balsamic, sweet, smoky, slightly camphorous
Scent note: Base
Sandalwood (Santalum album)
The sweet, woody aroma of Sandalwood oil is a reflection of the soothing benefits of the essential oil—which can be used to enhance meditation.
Aromatic Description: Woody, dry, sweet
Collection Method: Steam Distillation
Origin: India
Palmarosa Essential Oil (Cymbopogon Martini)
The beautiful floral aroma, similar to roses, is said to be balancing in nature. The fragrant aroma can help create a calming atmosphere, ideal for relaxation
Origin: India
Extraction Method: Steam distilled
Aromatic Description: Fresh, floral, slight rose like scent