When looking for a new perfume you have a wide array of scents and many people buy perfumes with their nose because if it smells nice, then it’s worth the investment. Except most perfumes have a lot of added chemicals and alcohol, so they don’t do much more than smell nice. But what if that scent could do a lot more for your health? The fact is that there are many essential oils that can do so much more your health. If you love perfume and smelling good, then it might be a good idea to look into the health benefits of essential oils because they will not only make you smell good but also feel better on the inside.
To get the most out of essential oils, you may want to make the investment and get organic oils that are free of fillers, pesticides and synthetic chemicals. Look for words like “therapeutic grade” or “steam distilled” which will allow you reap the benefits.
Lavender: This is probably one of the best smelling essential oils. You can find it in a variety of perfumes, deodorizers, and even deodorants, it has a strong, but sweet smell, and it usually comes in a light purple color. This oil is known for its relaxation properties, including relieving PMS symptoms. It also decreases anxiety, insomnia, and migraine pain.
Rosemary: You wouldn’t think of rosemary as an essential oil, especially since it’s so widely used in cooking. It’s known to enhance your brainpower, which can help you focus better, it boosts your energy and even lowers fatigue.
Peppermint: This herb is often used in teas and in gum because it has a cool refreshing taste. It has stress-relieving properties and research shows that this scent can help decrease the body’s levels of cortisone, which is a stress hormone. It also helps reduce fatigue and chocolate cravings, which is great when you’re trying to lose weight.
Sage: This is another herb that is used in gourmet cooking, such as when making pasta. Next time you’re cooking with sage, take a good sniff because it can help reduce your blood pressure. A 2013 study found that women who smelled clary sage experienced reduced blood pressure and breathing rates. In addition, it helped them relax during a stressful medical exam.
Orange: This oil is often found in perfumes because of its citrusy scent that everyone loves. Everyone knows that oranges are packed with vitamin C and could do wonders for your immune system. Orange oil helps decrease anxiety, it helps you remain calm under pressure and even elevates your mood.
As you can see, these scents are widely used in perfumes and for good reason. The best way to reap the benefits is to get these oils in their purest forms. You can find them at organic food stores or even online. If you love perfume, then it might be a good idea to check out your local botanic garden, many of them have perfumes made of lavender and other essential oils as well as flowers that smell really lovely and can do so much more for your health.