Tricks in aromatherapy

Essential oils can have an extraordinary impact on the way we feel, and in turn the way we do what we do. Whether you want to find some energy for your workouts or increase sex drive that can often go MIA for new mums, these oils will work for you.

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The oil that will work: Why it works: How to work it:

Worry and stress

  • Cedarwood
  • Frankincense
  • Oxygenates the brain to give clarity of thought.
  • Balances emotions.
  • Centring
  • Comforting
  • Overcomes despair.
Add a drop of each to a tissue and inhale when you feel you need to.
Brain fog
  • Peppermint
  • Increases mental accuracy.
  • Stimulates and energises.
Burn a few drops in an oil burner in the room you are in.
Lack of energy
  • Ginger
  • Lime
  • Invigorating
  • Promotes blood circulation.
  • Restorative
  • Promotes alertness
Use 30ml of base oil (check out what we recommend here) to 5-6 drops of each essential oil and use as your post shower moisturiser.
Insomnia
  • Lavender
  • Reduces mental stress
  • Calms
Add a drop to a cottonwool ball and place next to the pillow at bedtime.

Sex drive

  • Jasmine
  • Aphrodisiac
  • Uplifting

Use 30ml of base oil (check out what we recommend here) to 10-12 drops of essential oil and use for a sensual massage.

Low self-esteem

  • Neroli
  • Promotes confidence

Add a drop to a tissue and inhale when you feel you need to.