Blog entries and aromatherapy topics including links for further reading
Relaxing Aromatherapy: Alternatives to Lavender Essential Oil for Non-Lavender Lovers
If you're looking for a relaxing blend or oil but don't like the smell of lavender, seeing it recommended as the first option can be frustrating. However, plenty of alternatives to lavender can promote relaxation and reduce stress and anxiety. Don't force yourself to use a blend you don't enjoy – discover some new oils with diffrent scent profiles that can be surprising alternative to the most recomended essential oil.
Can a “Scent Test” detect a disease?
The sense of smell is linked to conditions like Alzheimer's, making early detection crucial. Yatlina aromatherapy can help by stimulating olfactory senses, improving cognitive function, and reducing stress. Aromatherapy products can maintain olfactory abilities and potentially slow neurological issues.
Why are certain essential oils more expensive than others?
The same plant grown in different parts of the world or sometimes just a different geographical location within the same country can also have different chemistry. This is important to know so you can safely and effectively use the right oil for the right situation needed.
What is the “Proust Effect”
It is a term used to demonstrate that a memory attached to a smell is usually much stronger and more evocative than one without. They are “involuntary autobiographical memories” that can be triggered by cues in everyday life.
Why do botanical names matter?
The same plant grown in different parts of the world or sometimes just a different geographical location within the same country can also have different chemistry. This is important to know so you can safely and effectively use the right oil for the right situation needed.
How can essential oil inhalation influence the body and mind
That reaction to scent triggers neurophysiological processes that can affect mood, cognition, physiological arousal and behaviors. That is why a smell can have an immediate influence on your mood and your emotional state and even physical state. The olfactory receptors turn the chemical signal of a scent into a neural signal that reaches the brain.