Ayurveda And The Five Senses - Smell And Therapeutic Aroma Oils

The sense of smell is a trigger for a whole range ofdigestion and transformation. This blend includes
effects - on the mind, body and emotions - andprecious sandalwood and ylang ylang oils to keep you
natural essential oils are renowned for theircool and stable even under pressure. Ingredients:
therapeutic values through this sensory mechanism.White sandalwood, Ylang ylang, Lavender and Lemon.
They are thought to act directly on the brain's limbicStimulating Kapha Aroma.
system through the olfactory nerve. Because of thisKapha is the physiological principle that gives structure
rather direct action most essential oils can causeand cohesion. This blend of stimulating oils is warm
some side effects if used alone for long periods.and energising and lifts the spirits when it is cold, dark
Maharishi Ayurveda aroma blends use the ancientand wet. Ingredients: Lavender, Rosemary,
wisdom of India to create balance with no sideEucalyptus, Cinnamon, Frankincense.
effects. Each Maharishi Ayurveda Therapeutic AromaPeace at Night Aroma is a delightful blend of precious
is a sophisticated blend of several oils designed tooils which will help you settle at bedtime and awaken
address a specific health concern. For instance, Peacerefreshed. Ingredients: Sweet orange, Lavender, Holy
at Night aroma is a blend of six calming and relaxingBasil, Sweet Marjoram, Jasmine, Roman Chamomile.
essential oils--including Orange, Jasmine, ChamomilePeace of Mind aroma blend helps you to unwind and
and Basil--to promote deeper sleep. All of these herbscreate your own oasis of calm, and does not make
work together to help you sleep better and feelyou drowsy. Ingredients: Lemon, Patchouli, Clary
more alert the next day.Sage, Benzoin, Jasmine, Damask rose.
Another reason that blended oils are better is thatEmotional Strength Aroma This blend of uplifting oils
they are more effective when combined. Thegives support when mental effort or external
different essential oils combine to create synergy,pressure are getting too much and helps awaken a
whereby the whole is more than the sum of thenew vitality and zest for life. Ingredients: Sweet
parts.Orange, Peppermint, Italian Cypress, Lemon, Jasmine,
Aroma oils are diffused in an enclosed area. As aDamask rose, Neroli.
safety point, aroma blends are not intended for useBlissful Joy Aroma, a mildly stimulating blend, supports
on the skin. However, the warmth of the body mayboth the physical and emotional heart and lifts you up
be used to diffuse the aromas, so they can bewhen you are feeling low. Ingredients: Red thyme,
diluted in a base oil (1:10) before applying. BeWhite sandalwood, Lemon, Peppermint, Damask
particularly cautious on young and sensitive skins.Rose, Geranium, Jasmine, in a sweet almond oil base.
Maharishi Ayurveda blends are used for balancingKeen Mind Aroma blend has the remarkable
Vata, Pitta or Kapha doshas, the three Ayurvedicproperties of settling and focusing the mind at the
principles of intelligence that govern the overallsame time. A godsend for study, exams and when
functioning of the mind and body. Other blends canunder pressure at work Ingredients: Holy Basil, Ginger,
be used for sleep, digestion, muscles and joints,White Sandalwood, Clove, Juniper and Damask Rose
respiratory function, mental alertness, emotionalin a sweet almond oil base.
balance, skin care, women's cycle and weightBreathe Easy Aroma is a blend of eleven oils, all
management.renowned for their ability to support the respiratory
Soothing Vata Aroma.system, which helps to maintain moisture balance and
Vata is the physiological principle that governs allkeep the airways open. Ingredients: Eucalyptus,
movement - physical and mental. This blend of warmPeppermint, Camphor, Lavender, Clove, Spearmint,
and sweet essential oils will help you unwind and relaxBenzoin, Silver Fir, Hyssop, Cajuput, Cinnamon.
when you feel restless, or when it is cold and windyTherapeutic aroma oils can be diffused in three ways:
outside. Makes a great companion when you'reOn a handkerchief or tissue, with an electric diffuser
travelling. Ingredients: Geranium, Holy basil, Sweetor on a traditional ceramic diffuser which comprises a
Fennel, Neroli, Sweet Marjoram.small pot in which the oil is placed diluted with water,
Cooling Pitta Aroma.and a pot holder which is placed over a candle to
Pitta is the physiological principle that governs allgently warm the oil.