5 aromatherapy oils that will improve your mental health.

We want to raise awareness to the importance of overall health and well-being.

Here are 5 oils that will soothe you:

• Lavender

Ideal for: fatigue, anxiety or restlessness

Lavender is often used at bedtime to ease us into a peaceful sleep. It includes small amounts of coumarins, which open up the blood vessels and help control spasms.

You can put lavender oil into a diffuser in your bedroom, to circulate the aroma around the room.

• Frankincense

Ideal for: combating illness, stress and boosting the immune system

Frankincense is a natural antiseptic, eliminating harmful germs within your body. It also acts as an astringent, strengthening your hair, teeth and gums, among other body parts!

It is natural that a healthy body leads to a more balanced mind.

The pine and lemon aromas of this oil also make breathing it in a deeply calming experience. We recommend candles, as the smoke itself eliminates germs in the air.

• Rose oil

Ideal for: acting as an anti-depressant and an aphrodisiac….

Rose oil boosts your confidence and is often used by masseuses to produce positive thoughts in their clients. It can also be used as an additional mood booster for people fighting depression.

For a very long time, rose petals have been considered a romantic symbol. The scent opens up our hearts and paves the way for a greater spiritual connection between couples.

Ayurvedic medicine prizes this essential oil when it comes to healing the body and mind.

• Lemon

Ideal for: cleansing the autoimmune system, weight loss and promoting a happy mood

Lemon oil is a great source of vitamin C, improving your immune system and

improving your chance of fighting disease.

The refreshing scent is especially enjoyable when used in candles or potpourri.

When it comes to weight loss, a couple of drops in lemon oil in a glass of warm water each morning will help to fill your appetite and ward off hunger pangs!

• Peppermint

Ideal for: inducing relaxation, easing IBS symptoms and sore muscles

Inhaling peppermint is a deeply affecting and relaxing experience. Even just a few deep inhalations can make a person feel significantly more relaxed. A massage using this oil is even better, for working out any knots or tension you may feel are present within your body.

Research has repeatedly shown that peppermint oil reduces colonic spasms and allows food to pass through the body more easily.

Add a few drops of peppermint oil to a glass of water before or after a meal to ease digestion.

Links for research http://www.nhs.uk/news/2008/11November/Pages/Peppermintsoothesirritablebowel.aspx!