It is obvious that some smells calm us. The smell of fresh mint, the smell of lavender, the smell of coffee… Some of these odors are used to fight various problems with anxiety.

Especially when we look at the written sources of cultures, especially India, China and Egypt, we can see that some odors are described as a calming. Let’s come to our real question, what’s the reason why aromatic scents are calming?

First, we need to understand how we smell.

Our sense of smell occurs thanks to the specialized receptor cells on the upper part of our nasal cavity. These cells detect the odor molecules in the air and transform this information into electrical signals and transmit it to the odor onion.

The tension of the odors is due to the fact that our smelling system is direct contact with the limbic system of the brain.

Smells can reduce tension -contained problems.

Especially essential oils in jasmine, lavender and bergamot; It activates the parasympathetic border system by stimulating the limbic system.

This balances the heart rate of the body, slowing down the face of the body, lowering blood pressure and relaxing the muscles.

The benefits do not end here either. These odors reduce the release of the voltage hormone cortisol, and trigger the secretion of neurotransmitters, which give a sense of satisfaction and relief for serotonin and dopamine.

Smells and functions:

• Lavender

Reduces stress and stone.

Improves sleep quality.

It calms the nervous system.

• Mint

Increases mental focus and concentration.

Energy and reduces fatigue.

Removes nausea.

• Sandalwood

Helps relax.

Reduces anxiety and provides emotional stability.

It is useful for skin health (with anti-inflammatory properties).

• Bergamot

It alleviates symptoms of depression.

Reduces stress and beautifies the mood.

It comes properly to skin problems with antiseptic properties.

• Jasmine

It increases self -reliance and positive energy.

It arouses sexual desire (Aphrodisiac effect).

Reduces anxiety and provides emotional stability.

• Rosemary

Strengthens memory and cognitive performance.

It gives energy and relieves fatigue.

It is useful for hair and skin health.

• Lemon

It revitalizes the mind and increases focus.

Reduces stress and smooth the mood.

It is frequently used in paklik works with antiseptic properties.

• Tea tree

It comes to skin problems with antiseptic and antibacterial properties.

Basis of the immune system.

It alleviates respiratory tract infections.

• Rose

It provides emotional stability and peace.

It has skin moisturizing and regenerating properties.

It is used to balance the heart chakra (in aromatherapy).

• Eucalyptus

It opens the respiratory tract and cleanses the sinuses.

It gives energy and reduces mental fatigue.

It fights germs with antiseptic properties.

• Vanilla

It has a calming and relaxing effect.

Reduces anxiety and smooth the mood.

It can help control appetite.

• Cinnamon

It increases blood circulation and gives strength.

Increases focus and mental clarity.

It protects against infections with antimicrobial properties.

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