When you are feeling overwhelmed and stressed, the last thing your body needs is more stress. Aromatherapy has been shown time after time to reduce stress levels which makes this natural method massively popular. No wonder you can easily find a scented diffuser in many houses nowadays.
Scented diffusers provide instant relief when coupled with other relaxation techniques and offer so many amazing benefits including increased focus or better sleep habits depending on how often you use your diffuser. If you are looking for calming scents to help you unwind, start with the following essentials below:
Rosemary
Rosemary is a great addition to anyone’s aromatherapy routine. Not only does it have energizing and relaxing effects, but also helps with concentration. If you need some help in those areas while working on something big or before an important event, consider adding rosemary into the mix for increased focus.
Lavender
Lavender has been used for centuries as a natural way to relax and fall asleep. The fragrance is known across many cultures, from ancient Egyptians who valued this scent’s calming properties because it could release tension during stressful times or just help you unwind after an exhausting day at work.
Jasmine
The jasmine flower is known for its calming properties. It can be found in many forms, such as an oil and even alcohol and desserts. If you’re feeling stressed or tired, this fragrance might help soothe your tension while promoting relaxation too.
Vanilla
Vanilla is a sweet, mild scent that will help you relax and enjoy your home. Many people underestimate the calming properties of this great base for other fragrances but it’s one we love because not only does vanilla smell good in itself. When mixed with other oils or lotions they create an even more satisfying aroma without any fussing around at all.
Sea Breeze
If you prefer a fresh scent that transports you outside, sea breeze is an excellent choice. With its calming effect and ability to help cool down after stressful days it would make for the perfect escape from reality. As an added bonus this fragrance won’t leave behind any sand residue on your furniture.
Clary Sage
Clary sage is the more colorful, flowering cousin of the common cooking herb often found in grocery stores. While it does have a similar fragrance profile to regular sage (although not quite as powerful), clary sage offers up an all-natural sweet aroma perfect for helping you relax before bedtime or when your nerves need soothing after dealing with stressful situations during the day.
Ylang-Ylang
Ylang-Ylang is a popular ingredient in candles and perfumes, but it doesn’t stop there. This plant also has some other benefits to offer such as calming you down after a stressful day or soothing negative moods with its heavy sweet smell that can sometimes feature notes of fruits like apples and rubber—all this from just one herb.
Lemon
Citrus is more than just a refreshing taste for your morning coffee or an energy boost to get through the day. In addition, citrus has been known as one of nature’s most effective mood lifters and can be used long after its aroma fades away because it lasts in the air longer than other scents like lavender which may cause headaches if overused.
Lemons are not only perfect additions when making iced tea but also work well behind closed doors especially at night time. They provide calming properties without overwhelming those around you so try using some today with no judgement from others who have never tried them before. Most likely they would come to appreciate it as well.
