Essential oils, or “essence-of” oils are plant-based products that have a very distinct and unique aroma. These oils are derived from thousands of plants. They can be extracted from leaves, roots, seeds, fruit, flowers and bark. They are concentrated in their pure form. Aromatherapy is one branch of science that relies upon essential oils to aid the relaxation process in aromatherapy sessions.

Your nose is like a time capsule. Memories and emotions are tied to the senses, most notably the sense of smell. Certain smells can and will trigger emotional responses based on history and personal preference. These can be positive or negative, depending on the origin of the aroma and pleasantness of the memory it’s associated with.

There are hundreds of different essential oil scents available on the market today. Some of which are even grown using 100% organic farming to ensure the most pure and unprocessed product possible. Lavender has been shown to be the most popular aroma in essential oils. Essential oils can be used in several ways, the most basic being a simple essential oil ring placed on top of a light bulb. The heat from the light bulb will activate the oil and will bring up cozy scents and feelings in no time.

An anise scent can be used to add a subtle and delicious aroma to your rooms that will have everyone looking in the kitchen for your hidden baked goods. Larger, electric oil diffusers are available, some of which can fill your whole house with pleasant aromas. There are also flame less oil diffusers. The most popular being the “reed diffusers” Several thin reeds are placed in a sealed bottle of essential oil, letting the scent travel up the reed into the air, giving off a more subtle aroma.

Regardless of how the oils are used, they will always provide you with a pleasant aroma that you will enjoy.