10 Essential Oil Scents You Need To Try

Have you caught on to the essential oils trend? Commonly used to place inside of a scent diffuser, some of these all natural scents can have beneficial effects.

Here are 10 different essential oil scents and how they can benefit your overall well-being. We promise if you add these heavenly scents into your daily routine, you will not be disappointed!

1. Lavender

If you’re feeling a little stressed, this should be your go-to scent! According to the AromaTherapy.com, lavender can also help to heal “against cold, flu and migraines.”

2. Peppermint

Do you want to concentrate a little more? Add some peppermint indoor your diffuser. This scent can help enhance your mental alertness.

3.  Lemon

This scent is perfect to make you feel calmer. Entrepreneur.com reports that it’s best to use this oil when “you’re feeling angry, anxious or run down.”

 

4. Rosemary

You will smell your blues away with the help of Rosemary. Not to mention, if used topically, it can help to “relieve muscular aches and pains”, says Entrepreneur.com.

5. Tea Tree

We all know the winter months can bring on some intense colds. Prevent the sniffles by using tea tree in your diffuser. The scent is known for helping your immune system!

6. Patchouli

Patchouli has an earthy aroma that can help to depression and anxiety. AromaTherapy.com states that if you add it to lotion, it can also help heal wounds.

7. Jasmine

There are a series of beneficial effects from Jasmine, but it’s mainly known for its ability to make you relax. So, if lavender is not your favorite scent, try this one! Then, take a deep breath and enjoy the moment.

8. Orange

Aiding to help to improve your mood, Orange can make a person feel less depressed. Not to mention, it will help to alleviate those feelings of anxiety and stress.

9. Geranium

If you want more harmony and balance in your space, make sure to use Geranium. My Nature Nest reports that it will help to “balance mood swings” and will balance your emotions. So, those ladies struggling with severe PMS, give this one a go!

10. Ylang Ylang

Ylang Ylang is a natural aphrodisiac and is sure to warm up your bedroom. When you’re not using it for your diffuser, give it a go on your skin. Fair warning, make sure to look up how to use the oils before applying it topically.

Sarah is a Hufflepuff living in NYC. When she is not traveling or talking to random animals, she is working as a script writer. Tweet her at @lumpyspacederp