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Aromatherapy Awareness Week 2023
Aromatherapy Awareness Week 2023 is all about evidence. Aromatherapy has been backed by years of scientific research, proving how it really works. We want to share some of the 100% natural essential oils used in your favourite wellbeing blends and show you the evidence behind their greatness. Our experts carefully picked these oils, and we're excited to show you why they're so special.
A study on Rose Absolute suggests the “aroma significantly reduced anxiety and improved sleep quality” *(1)
Research shows that the use of Rose Absolute essential oil in aromatherapy can significantly reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality. Used in our Restore Balance blend, Rose Absolute is wonderfully soothing for the emotions, helping to relieve feelings of tension and irritability.
A study on Clary Sage suggests that “this oil could alleviate menopausal symptoms such as the decline in feelings of happiness and memory” *(2)
Did you know that a study suggests that using Clary Sage essential oil could alleviate menopausal symptoms such as the decline in feelings of happiness and memory? Clary Sage is a great essential oil for when you need to feel calm and uplifted, which is why we love using it in our Restore Balance blend.
A study on Lavender indicates that “aromatherapy inhalation could be effective in reducing anxiety and depression levels in postmenopausal women.” *(3)
Studies on Lavender have found that the inhalation of this essential oil could be effective in helping to reduce levels of anxiety in postmenopausal women. Lavender is one of our hero oils in our Sleep Better blend and is perfect for soothing and reassuring the mind and gently encouraging relaxation.
A study on Geranium showed that “Geranium aromatherapy massage improves PMS physical and mental symptoms by increasing cerebral blood flow, improving depression and restoring metabolic balance” *(4)
Did you know that a study has shown that using Geranium essential oil in a massage blend can help to improve some of the physical and mental symptoms of PMS by increasing cerebral blood flow and restoring metabolic balance? A key oil in our Restore Balance blend, Geranium essential oil is known for its balancing properties and can help to stabilise emotional anxiety.
A study on Orange found that patients had ‘significantly lower levels of anxiety, a more positive mood and a higher level of calmness” *(5)
Studies on Orange essential oil have found this essential oil can to help decrease levels of anxiety and encourage a more positive mood and increased levels of calm. Known for its sweet, sunny and refreshing scent, Orange essential oil is wonderfully uplifting for your mind and perfect for brightening the mood.
A study on inhalation of Jasmine and the effect on mood states showed that “exposure to Jasmine oil increased positive emotions including feelings of wellbeing.” *(6)
Research shows that inhaling Jasmine essential oil can increase positive emotions, including feelings of wellbeing. Indulgent Jasmine is used in our Sleep Better blend and helps to calm your mind to help you prepare for restful sleep.
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Rose Absolute
A study on Rose Absolute suggests the “aroma significantly reduced anxiety and improved sleep quality” *(1)
Research shows that the use of Rose Absolute essential oil in aromatherapy can significantly reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality. Used in our Restore Balance blend, Rose Absolute is wonderfully soothing for the emotions, helping to relieve feelings of tension and irritability.
Clary Sage
A study on Clary Sage suggests that “this oil could alleviate menopausal symptoms such as the decline in feelings of happiness and memory” *(2)
Did you know that a study suggests that using Clary Sage essential oil could alleviate menopausal symptoms such as the decline in feelings of happiness and memory? Clary Sage is a great essential oil for when you need to feel calm and uplifted, which is why we love using it in our Restore Balance blend.
Lavender
A study on Lavender indicates that “aromatherapy inhalation could be effective in reducing anxiety and depression levels in postmenopausal women.” *(3)
Studies on Lavender have found that the inhalation of this essential oil could be effective in helping to reduce levels of anxiety in postmenopausal women. Lavender is one of our hero oils in our Sleep Better blend and is perfect for soothing and reassuring the mind and gently encouraging relaxation.
Geranium
A study on Geranium showed that “Geranium aromatherapy massage improves PMS physical and mental symptoms by increasing cerebral blood flow, improving depression and restoring metabolic balance” *(4)
Did you know that a study has shown that using Geranium essential oil in a massage blend can help to improve some of the physical and mental symptoms of PMS by increasing cerebral blood flow and restoring metabolic balance? A key oil in our Restore Balance blend, Geranium essential oil is known for its balancing properties and can help to stabilise emotional anxiety.
Orange
A study on Orange found that patients had ‘significantly lower levels of anxiety, a more positive mood and a higher level of calmness” *(5)
Studies on Orange essential oil have found this essential oil can to help decrease levels of anxiety and encourage a more positive mood and increased levels of calm. Known for its sweet, sunny and refreshing scent, Orange essential oil is wonderfully uplifting for your mind and perfect for brightening the mood.
Jasmine Absolute
A study on inhalation of Jasmine and the effect on mood states showed that “exposure to Jasmine oil increased positive emotions including feelings of wellbeing.” *(6)
Research shows that inhaling Jasmine essential oil can increase positive emotions, including feelings of wellbeing. Indulgent Jasmine is used in our Sleep Better blend and helps to calm your mind to help you prepare for restful sleep.
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- Research: Aromatherapy + Anxiety and Sleep Quality." Massage Therapy Journal, vol. 60, no. 4, winter 2021, p. 73. Gale Academic OneFile, link.gale.com/apps/doc/A686107767/AONE?u=tou&sid=bookmark-AONE. Accessed 5 May 2023
- Exposure to Essential Oil Odors Increases Salivary Testosterone Concentration in Perimenopausal Women. Wataru Tarumi1 , Chizu Kumagai2 , Kazuyuki Shinohara1
- The Effects of Inhalation Lavender Aromatherapy on Postmenopausal Women’s Depression and Anxiety: A Randomized Clinical Trial Mozhgan Jokar, MSc, Hamed Delam, MSc, Soheila Bakhtiari, MSc, Somayeh Paki, MSc, Aliaskar Askari, MSc, Mohammad-Rafi Bazrafshan, PhD, Nasrin Shokrpour, PhD
- . Effects of Geranium Aromatherapy Massage on Premenstrual Syndrome: A Clinical Trial
- Effects of essential oils on central nervous system: Focus on mental health. Lorena R. Lizarraga-Valderrama1,2,3
- THE EFFECTS OF JASMINE OIL INHALATION ON BRAIN WAVE ACTIVITIES AND EMOTIONS ssurada,+Journal+manager,+6_p73-77_Winai.pdf
