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Aromatherapy is a pleasant and simple science. Today, the Korolevnam.ru magazine will tell you how to properly conduct an aromatherapy session at home and get a lot of positive emotions.

First, let's figure it out together:

What is aromatherapy?

Most sources define aromatherapy as a kind of art designed to strengthen and harmonize a person’s spiritual and physical health. Aromatherapy activates the innate resources of restoration and healing of the body.

It is believed that aromatherapy is aimed at maintaining a person’s immunity and managing his cognitive and emotional state. In fact, aromatherapy is a universal and “drug-free” method of influencing health.

Experts in the field of aromatherapy (let's call them professional aromatherapists) still do not guarantee one hundred percent recovery in the treatment of serious diseases. It is important to remember that aromatherapy is not entirely a medical science.

Let's say more, many doctors deny the positive impact of aromas on health and call aromatherapy a pseudoscience based on the placebo effect. Although, who in the modern world would argue with the amazing properties of placebos? A person is what he believes in.

But doctors who practice aromatherapy will tell you that this method is ninety percent effective in combination with therapeutic treatment. Such results can be achieved, naturally, under the supervision of a qualified specialist.

Aromatherapy includes several types of effects:

— "Aerodiffusion": dissemination of aromas in the air through aroma lamps, incense in the room to eliminate unpleasant odors, harmonize the emotional background, increase libido and even disinfect the air;

— "Local" application on the skin: rubbing aromatic oils into the skin during massage and other cosmetic and therapeutic procedures (including bathing);

— Inhalation: direct inhalation of aromas during physical and emotional disorders, that is, emotional exhaustion, depression, fatigue, including some respiratory diseases (acute respiratory infections, colds, runny nose, cough)

In this way, aromatherapy can be performed at home and in beauty salons. By the way, many Thai, Indian and Turkish SPA salons are based precisely on the beneficial effects of aromatherapy.

What to do if you really want to try the effect of aromatherapy on yourself, but don’t know where to start? Then read on, and you can conduct an aroma session at home yourself *good*

When aromatherapy should not be performed

First, you need to carefully consider the doctor’s recommendations regarding the need for an aroma session. Aromatherapy sessions are strictly contraindicated:

  • persons suffering from any type of allergy (food allergy, allergy to household chemicals, cosmetics, dust, wool, pollen, fungal/mold spores; allergic rhinitis; rash, urticaria; especially bronchial asthma, etc.) and at least once every lives of survivors of Quincke's edema;
  • pregnant and lactating women, as well as persons who have undergone chemotherapy (in this case, aromatherapy is possible ONLY under the supervision of a specialist);
  • persons with high blood pressure;
  • persons suffering from epilepsy.

Choosing the type of aromatherapy

To start an aromatherapy session at home you will need (to choose from):

  • oil burner
  • air humidifier with aroma oil container
  • electric table lamp/sconce
  • aroma pendant
  • aroma candles
  • incense sticks
  • aroma stones

No, of course, you don’t need to run to the store and buy everything at once. What you like most or what you currently have in your apartment is enough.


You may be wondering now, what is best to use from this list? To eliminate your doubts on this or that matter, we will make a brief overview of all the listed devices.

Oil burner

Aroma lamp is the most convenient and effective option. Today there are a great variety of aroma lamps on the market. The color, shape, and material can be chosen to suit every taste and even the style of any interior. The aroma lamp consists of two levels: the first level is for a tablet candle, the second is for liquid (water, aroma oil).

The aroma lamp is convenient to use for aromatherapy at home. You need to light a candle and pour some water and a couple of drops of aroma oil into the bowl. And you can enjoy an aromatherapy session. By the way, you don’t have to add water, but in this case the aroma will be more intense and the oil will smoke stronger.


Do not leave even a small flame near children, animals, or people with cognitive disabilities. Remember: your safety must come first!

Humidifier

There are a lot of humidifiers, as well as aroma lamps. There is something for every taste and budget. The cost is mainly influenced by the number of square meters that the humidifier is able to “irrigate”, or, more simply, the volume of the humidifier.

Also pay attention to the number of hours that the humidifier can work uninterruptedly in economy mode. The humidifier is easy to use for aromatherapy and can be left unattended for a long time. Safe for children and pets.


Its benefits are double: humidification of the air in the room and air diffusion of aroma oil. For the latter function, some humidifiers have a special container where you can pour aroma oil.

However, you can do without this additional function. It is enough to drop a couple of drops of oil into the water container itself or directly into the water, which is subsequently poured into the humidifier container. These are the tricks. It is convenient, economical, and safe for home use. But more expensive than an aroma lamp.

Electric lamp\sconce

Perhaps the most budget option (though not in terms of energy saving). If you don’t want to spend money on a humidifier and aroma lamp, then you can drop a couple of drops of your favorite oil directly onto an incandescent lamp (sadly, energy-saving lamps are not suitable for air diffusion of oil).


The effect will be more intense, but not as long lasting as in previous cases. Suitable for quickly aromatizing a room.

Aroma pendant

This little thing combines two advantages: a stylish decoration and a personal inhaler. There are a great variety of aroma medallions on the market: from ceramics to precious stones.

Thanks to its elegant shape (made in the form of a vase with a narrow neck), the aroma lasts up to 3 days and has a narrow focus (even though just 1-3 drops of oil are enough to drop into it).


It can be worn around your neck, hung in your car or in your closet. Just don’t forget to periodically bring it to your face - the effect will be more distinct. The pendant can also be useful in creating your own unique scent.

This talisman pendant can be used not only for aromatherapy at home, but also at work, on the street and wherever you see fit.

Aroma candles

Aroma candles already contain essential oils, so you don’t have to spend extra money on any oil.


Choose the most pleasant scent, or the one recommended by a specialist, and light up for your pleasure. Just don’t forget, please, about fire safety equipment *victory*

Incense sticks

The aroma sticks are also impregnated with oils. Choose according to the same principle as aroma candles. The scent of the aroma sticks is more intense and lasting.


The stick is set on fire and extinguished, so it is safer to use.

Aroma stones

Yes, there are also aroma stones. They are made mainly from environmentally friendly porous natural materials: clay, pumice, gypsum and even...dough!


Therefore, you can make such useful things yourself. A couple of free minutes, a creative mood and imagination will do the creative work

Here's a quick overview of aromatherapy tools for home use. We hope that our magazine “Korolevnam.ru” helped you decide on the choice of the right “aroma assistant” *yu*

Choosing an essential oil

Now let's talk about essential oils - the quintessence of the intended aroma session. There are many different oils and it is important to know the difference between them. So, read the labels carefully: on some jars there is the inscription “100% natural essential oil” or “100% essential oil”, and on some - “cosmetic essential oil” or “100% aromatic”, “100% pure”, “100 % essential oil”, “100% concentrated”, or even “mineral oil” (and this is no longer a vegetable, but a processed product). The difference is not only in price, but also in content.

Cosmetic oil

Cosmetic oil is a product already diluted with a base oil. This oil gives a quick, but unsaturated and “quickly disappearing” aroma.

Of course, it costs less. This oil is intended for bath procedures: adding to a barrel of water, on a broom in a steam room, or in a bath. In general, it is intended for “local use,” so to speak. The risk of burns with this oil is minimal (but still exists!).

Natural essential oil

100% natural essential oil is an expensive pleasure. It is precisely intended for air diffusion. The effect of this type of oil is persistent, rich and long-lasting. It is dangerous to apply to the skin in its pure form: burns and allergic reactions are possible. Therefore, immediately read the paragraph below about our recommendations for use.

Precautions for using essential oils at home:

  • Categorically Do not use essential oils internally.
  • Do not use 100% natural essential oil directly on the skin and mucous membranes shells. Oils containing phenols higher than normal (cinnamon, for example) can cause irritation to the skin, eyes and mucous membranes.
  • Fragrances are contraindicated for hypertension patients lavender and rosemary.
  • Read labels carefully instructions for use and the purpose of the oils.
  • Always follow the recipes and recommended doses oils to avoid headaches, nausea, vomiting, nervous breakdown.
  • remember, that Any essential oil can cause an allergic reaction you, your family members, children, animals and all those who are near you during the aroma session.
  • Do not use oil near open fire due to its high volatility.

Here are the basic rules that you should follow if you decide to try an aromatherapy session at home. Don’t spoil your aroma session: take care to eliminate all interfering factors in advance.

Beneficial properties of oils and aromatherapy recipes

The purpose of aromatic oils is different. Each scent affects emotional or cognitive perception. Oils that affect the emotional sphere can control your mood, including fatigue, stress, sadness, joy, and libido. You can independently create your own mood for a specific situation or minute of life.

The magazine “Korolevnam.ru” presents to your attention aromas that can affect your emotional background:

Insomnia, stress, irritability, anger

Oils of orange, geranium, lavender, cinnamon, rose, chamomile, cloves, lemon balm, incense, valerian, basil, cypress, sandalwood will help you get rid of negative emotions.


Aroma recipe for insomnia and stress

An aromatherapy recipe at home will help you calm down: mix 3 drops of oils such as verbena, chamomile, tangerine, grapefruit in an aroma lamp and enjoy the delicate fruity aroma.

If you want to sleep, then use a mixture of 3 drops of sage, lemon balm and lavender. Then sweet dreams will not keep you waiting.

Depression, drowsiness, sadness, fatigue, migraine

For all of the above ailments, use cinnamon, orange, geranium, rose, bergamot, ginger, ylang-ylang, patchouli, eucalyptus, lavender, peppermint, lemon, lime, thyme, marjoram, myrrh, nutmeg, neroli for aromatherapy at home. sage, grapefruit and even... sagebrush(despite the bitter notes, this herb is considered a strong natural antidepressant)!

Aroma recipe for depression

This aroma recipe will help you drive away depression, blues and drowsiness: mix 3 drops of rose, orange, clove and neroli in an aroma lamp. You can use this recipe in the morning, at the very beginning of the day.

Natural aphrodisiacs

Here it is important to think about who you want to help get excited: yourself or the man you love.

Aroma aphrodisiacs for men

Will help increase male desire sandalwood, ginger, almond, cypress, juniper, cardamom and even, you will be surprised, lavender.

Aroma aphrodisiacs for women

Jasmine, ylang-ylang, geranium And vanilla increase female libido.

Aphrodisiacs for both

If you want to make both of you shiver with desire, then use patchouli, nutmeg, sage, neroli, rose, rosemary.

Aroma aphrodisiac recipes

Here are a couple of aromatherapy recipes for you and your man.


For him: combine 2 drops each of sage, marjoram, lavender and litsea.

For you: Mix 4 drops each of ylang-ylang, jasmine, grapefruit and sandalwood oils.

Aromatherapy for diseases

As for cognitive perception, this is, first of all, your physical state. Because it is known that it is our brain that controls all vital processes in the body.

Your health depends on your thoughts. Essential oils and recipes for aromatherapy at home will also help clear the clouds over your health.

Disinfection of premises with aroma oils

Why did we decide to start with disinfection? Because the air you breathe is very important for your health. And if the air is contaminated with bacteria (and viruses - if there are people with the flu at home), then it is necessary to clean it.

They will help you citrus And pine oils, and tea tree oils, chamomile, neroli, geranium, eucalyptus, cloves, thyme. These oils are great for colds and flu.

The following aroma recipe will save you from colds

Mix 1 drop each of lavender, thyme, peppermint and tea tree oils in an aroma lamp. Lavender and thyme can be replaced with eucalyptus and sage.

Diseases of the nasopharynx

Will help defeat respiratory tract diseases, get rid of cough and runny nose oils of lemon, lime, tea tree, fir, cedar, lavender, verbena, Chinese lemongrass, geranium.

Aroma recipe for the respiratory tract

A recipe for an aromatherapy mixture at home will help you normalize the functioning of the respiratory tract and disinfect the room: mix 2 drops of sage, lemon, pine and rosemary in an aroma lamp.

Temperature reduction

It often happens that it is not possible to bring down the temperature of a sick person. In combination with other activities, aromatherapy can be used at home. They will help peppermint, eucalyptus, lavender oils. Chamomile, basil, cypress, rosemary And juniper will help induce sweating. Such oils can be used both for air diffusion and for topical use: a couple of drops of oil are added to a container of water, which is subsequently wiped over the patient.

Pain in joints and muscles

Baths with oils will help to calm the pain a little and relieve the created nervous tension. thyme, lemon, lime, rosemary, lavender, marjoram.

Massage with aroma oils for rheumatism, recipe

There is even an aromatherapy massage recipe for rheumatism: combine 100 ml of base oil (olive, linseed, coconut, cedar, apricot, jojoba, peach, avocado or regular baby cosmetic oil) with 10 drops of essential oils of pine, juniper and rosemary. Rub the problem area with the resulting mixture.

Digestive tract disorders

Will help cope with “gastrointestinal” problems peppermint oil And daisies. Just remember that you cannot use essential oil internally without consulting a specialist. Better inhale for your health

Cardiovascular disorders

It will help relieve “heart pain” and restore the functioning of blood vessels. rose oil. Even the ancient Greeks noticed that this oil copes well with nervous disorders, overexcitability and stress.

It will also help chamomile, valerian, lemon balm, incense. If you have high blood pressure, avoid scents of rosemary, lavender and “chypre” oils - bergamot, patchouli, sandalwood, etc.

Aromatherapy and problematic facial skin

In this paragraph we will talk not only about acne and oily skin. Although we will touch on them too. Problem skin can also be called dry, aging, and sensitive.

Even wounds and abrasions on the skin can be classified here. Aromatherapy at home offers recipes for many ailments. Let's look:

Oily skin

Oily skin, as well as sensitive skin, requires special care. Add a couple of drops to a single portion of your favorite cream lavender oil. However, keep an eye on your skin: some components of your cream may react with the oil and cause allergies.


Fading skin

Fading and mature skin can also “bloom” from lavender. To do this, you can use an aromatherapy recipe: take 1 yolk, 1 teaspoon of honey and 2-3 drops of lavender oil. Mix everything and apply to prepared skin for 15 minutes. Again, beware of allergies. By the way, lavender is good for abrasions, small wounds, and burns.

Pimples and purulent wounds

Tea tree oil(spot application) promotes the healing of acne and purulent wounds. For combination skin, tea tree oil is also useful: take 2 teaspoons of oatmeal and cosmetic clay, add 2 drops of the above oil and mix with a spoon of kefir or yogurt. Mix and apply to prepared face for 15 minutes.

Spider veins

Spider veins on the face can be defeated with the help of bitter orange oil or, in other words, . It needs to be applied pointwise to problem areas. The oil is also indicated for eczema, herpes, neurodermatitis and dermatosis.

As you can see, it’s very easy to relax, find a good mood and get rid of illnesses by immersing yourself in the world of aromas! Enjoy home aromatherapy sessions with pleasure and benefit!

Have you noticed that hypermarkets always smell delicious? The wonderful aroma of cinnamon or vanilla is spread in the sales area for a reason: it is a marketing ploy. The fact is that the area of ​​the brain responsible for the perception and memory of smells is very closely connected with the area that stores memories of various events and emotions. Thus, a familiar aroma creates certain associations in a person, having a direct impact on behavior. Knowing this, marketers distribute scents in stores that have a relaxing effect on visitors, reduce the level of anxiety, thereby pushing them towards active purchases. A good housewife can use this method to create the right atmosphere in her home.

How scents affect mood and well-being

Today there are many essential oils on sale that are quite suitable for aromatizing living spaces. Their odors have different effects on the human psyche and indoor microclimate. In particular:

  • The smell that most people associate with coziness and comfort comes from a mixture of cinnamon and orange oils. It is good to scent the hallway so that any person entering the house immediately feels that they are welcome and loved. By adding cedar or pine oil to this mixture, you can create an atmosphere of celebration, spiritual and carefree fun;
  • In the living room it is worth spraying a little rose, lavender or sandalwood oil. They create a peaceful atmosphere, promote leisurely conversation, and evoke a desire to listen and understand each other;
  • The bedroom should be dominated by smells that help you relax and take your mind off the worries of the past day. The aroma of lavender, lemon balm, bergamot, ylang-ylang, and jasmine oils is similar. Some experts recommend placing a drop of one of these products on your pillow to ensure you get a good night's rest;
  • Geranium, tea tree, lavender, lemon and oregano oils have strong antiseptic properties. Therefore, they are ideally suited for aromatizing those rooms and objects that would not be damaged by disinfection. For example, if you spray a mixture of lemon and tea tree oils in the bathroom and toilet, the rooms will not only create a pleasant aroma of freshness, but will also create a microclimate that inhibits the development of mold fungi. In warm water with the addition of lavender or oregano oils, you can briefly soak sponges and cloths used in the kitchen for washing dishes and work surfaces. A couple of drops of geranium oil placed inside shoes or boots will destroy the unpleasant odor and disinfect the shoes from the inside.

Essential oils have other beneficial qualities. For example, geranium, citronella, eucalyptus, patchouli, frankincense, thyme, cedarwood and sage oils help repel mosquitoes and flies. Using lavender and cypress oils, you can clean your closet from moths. House mice and ants really don't like the smell of peppermint.

Using essential oils of frankincense, mint, eucalyptus and lavender, you can make the microclimate in your home more comfortable for people suffering from respiratory diseases. In the autumn-winter period, it is worth spraying the aroma oils of cedar, tea tree and rosemary in living areas, which will help family members avoid infection with influenza or ARVI or make it easier to endure these ailments in case of infection.

Methods of using aroma oils

In order to diffuse aromas in rooms, special lamps, scented candles, sticks and other similar devices are usually used. However, you can get by with a regular container of hot water (plate or bowl), to which the appropriate oil has been added. If such a container is left in the room, the smell will gradually spread throughout the room.

To scent the inside of the cabinet, place a small bag (sachet) with filler moistened with a drop of essential oil. You can add a little of your favorite scent to the water that you pour into the iron when ironing bed linen. It is very easy to scent your apartment while tidying up. To do this, you just need to place a couple of drops of lavender oil on a cotton swab and suck it up with a vacuum cleaner before cleaning. To urgently freshen the air, water with the addition of mint oil is sprayed in the room using a spray bottle.

A gauze pad with a drop of lemon oil will eliminate the musty smell from the refrigerator. To deodorize the microwave, heat water in it for 3-4 minutes with the addition of mint and lemon oils. By placing a cotton swab with tea tree oil at the bottom of the trash can, you will not only get rid of excess odors, but also disinfect.

To prevent essential oils from dissipating too quickly (for example, when aromatizing the inside of a refrigerator or toilet), it is recommended to place them not on cotton or fabric swabs, but on the surface of small porous stones (ordinary pumice, which is sold in grocery departments, can play this role). for personal hygiene). In such cases, fragrances can be updated no more than once every 10-15 days.

When using aromatic oils, you must follow safety precautions, for example, be careful when working with oils near an open fire, as they are highly flammable. Before choosing an essential oil, you need to make sure that none of the people living in the apartment are allergic to it. You should avoid using fragrances if a pregnant woman or children under the age of three live in the apartment.

Essential oils have several tasks in our homes - not only to aromatize rooms, but also to eliminate unpleasant odors, purify the air in the house, disinfect it, fight unwanted insects and prevent their appearance in the apartment. But the main sign of using essential oils in the home is, of course, the special atmosphere of comfort and celebration that they create around us.

However, it is important to take into account that there are many ways in which the aromas of essential oils influence people; they not only fill the air with odors, but also, depending on the chosen oil, affect a person’s mood, mental state, and emotional background. Some aromatic oils liberate and increase self-esteem, others help to calm down, others help concentrate attention, etc.

Why use essential oils in your home

Wanting to change the atmosphere in our home, we can use essential oils:

  • to create the desired microclimate in the premises;
  • to remove unpleasant odors;
  • to exterminate pathogens in the house, since almost every essential oil has the ability to disinfect;
  • to prevent the appearance of harmful insects in the home.

Having considered the practical aspects of using essential oils, it is worth paying attention to their ability to influence the psycho-emotional state of both each person and the entire family. The use of essential oils can significantly soften the family microclimate, preventing quarrels and conflicts from developing, extinguishing outbreaks of irritability to which each of us is susceptible. By choosing the right essential oil aroma, you can create a favorable atmosphere of trust and mutual understanding between people, which is especially important when we all get together, on weekends, holidays, and during moments of shared relaxation. Therefore, the use of aromatic essential oils in the home can be considered a kind of “family” aromatic therapy, helping to create an atmosphere of harmony and love.

How to use essential oils at home

The most suitable way to aromatize the air in your home with essential oils is to use aroma lamp. You can also use a spray bottle to spray the scent yourself. They'll go aromatic sachets, aroma stones and even strips of filtered paper soaked in aromatic oils.

There are also less traditional ways of aromatizing indoor air, for example, adding essential oil to water for washing floors; this method is most suitable for toilets. It is very important to take into account the fact that not every smell will be pleasant to everyone. Therefore, you should not be zealous and saturate your home with intense aromas, let it be a light veil of aroma, and not a blow to the sense of smell.


The most common way to create a fragrant environment is an aroma lamp, which helps create a lighter atmosphere than, for example, an aroma lamp. Moreover, the soft light of an aroma lamp will also fill your home with comfort.

A scent for every corner of the home

It is very important to consider that different rooms in the house require different scents.

The scent of the hallway. Creating a welcoming environment right from the doorstep of the house is the dream of every hospitable housewife. And this will be facilitated by essential oils of pine, cedar, bergamot, lavender, orange or lemon. If you live on a common staircase, then you can avoid not very pleasant odors from the corridor by using aromatic oils of citrus fruits and coniferous trees.

The aroma of the living room. It's no secret that smells can promote emancipation and communication between people. This way, even unfamiliar people will be able to relax and enjoy communication in an atmosphere of aromas of lavender, rose, sandalwood, ylang-ylang, lemon, and tangerine essential oils. To cleanse the air of germs, dust and not very pleasant odors, you need to give preference to essential oils of tea tree, clary sage, geranium or spruce. If you have pets in the house, purchase lavender, rosemary, lemon or geranium oils, which effectively combat such odors.

Bedroom scent. Of course, the atmosphere of the bedroom should be special, as it is a place of rest, relaxation and restoration of vitality. Neroli, rose, orange, ylang-ylang, geranium or sandalwood oils will help solve the problem. You can also scent the bed linen itself by applying a few drops of oil directly to the fabric of the blanket or pillow.

The scent of the office. And it is not at all necessary that it be a separate room; perhaps the living room will become your workplace for some time, and you can create the right atmosphere there. You need to relieve fatigue and increase concentration, in this case choose mint, lemon, rosemary, lavender or jasmine oils. When working with a computer, give preference to rosemary, lemongrass, ginger and jasmine oils. And essential oils of neroli, rose, mandarin, bergamot or jasmine will help increase creativity.

The aroma of the kitchen. Unfortunately, our kitchens don’t always smell like fresh buns, so we have to deal with unpleasant odors and freshen the air in the room. Essential oils of eucalyptus, lemon, peppermint, orange, geranium and rosemary will help with this. You can go further and refresh your kitchen utensils (sponges, towels and rags). To do this, you need to dilute a few drops of any of the already mentioned oils in water to flavor the kitchen and soak the utensils for about five minutes.

Bathroom scent. You need to deodorize and disinfect the air not only in the bathroom, but also in the toilet, and essential oils such as tea tree oil, lemon, geranium, lavender, eucalyptus or rosemary are ideal for this. Interestingly, tea tree oil will help get rid of not only unpleasant odors, but also stains of mold (fungus), as well as pathogenic microbes in the bathroom.

Antiseptic properties of essential oils for the home

Each essential oil has bactericidal properties and the effect of natural antiseptics, which should be used to disinfect air and surfaces in the house. Thus, it will be possible not only to prevent the occurrence of mold and mildew, but also to improve the atmosphere so much that even during seasonal outbreaks of colds, your home will protect all its residents from pathogenic bacteria and speed up the recovery process for already sick household members.

To fully realize the disinfecting properties of essential oils, use them when cleaning the floors in your home. To do this, choose a suitable oil and, combining it with an emulsifier (for example, salt) in the amount of 30 drops, dilute it in a bucket of water. The most useful in terms of antiseptic treatment are the essential oils of tea tree, orange, clary sage, lavender, peppermint, eucalyptus, pine and tangerine.

Using essential oils, you can effectively polish and disinfect furniture in your home. Take any of the above essential oils (10 drops) and combine with two tablespoons of a mixture of alcohol (a tablespoon) and jojoba oil (a tablespoon).

Any detergent, both used for washing dishes and for other surfaces, can be enriched with aromatic oil. It is enough to mix it with essential oil in an amount of 5 to 10 drops. This amount of oil will be enough to enrich 100 ml of detergent. The most suitable oils in this case would be lemon, geranium and tangerine oils.

You can scent not only bed linen, but also any other item by adding essential oil (10-20 drops) to washing powder or fabric softener. It is best to wash with rose, spruce, lavender or ylang-ylang oils.

How to fight insects using essential oil

Often we have to use chemical repellents to scare away intrusive insects. This is how electric fumigators, spirals, ointments, creams and many other products that are based on chemicals dangerous to human health appear in our homes.

An alternative way to combat harmful insects can be the use of essential oils. In this case, clove oil gives an excellent effect. Geranium oil, lavender, citronella, eucalyptus, frankincense, patchouli, mint, sage, thyme, cedar and tea tree oils are also great. Moreover, with the help of tea tree oil you can get rid of the consequences of insect bites, even in case of allergic reactions to them.

If you do not yet use essential oils in your home, then be sure to consider this wonderful opportunity to make your life and the life of your family more enjoyable in a cozy home filled with the magical aromas of essential oils.

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Has it ever happened to you: when you enter someone’s house, you involuntarily wrinkle your nose from a sharp, unpleasant smell, or even a whole bouquet of them, and the rest of your visit comes down to looking at your watch and thinking through a plan for the correct escape into the fresh air? Or maybe this happened at home too? If you nodded sadly or are afraid of such a fate, the post is very relevant! Smell is perhaps the main component of comfort. It should be pleasant and hospitable so that you always want to return home. The choice depends entirely on the tastes of the owners.

Home fragrances can be divided according to their composition:

  • Perfumed - with a high price range. These are perfumes that are sold in perfume stores and home departments (“TSUM”, “ZARA HOME”, “H&M HOME”, “THE BODY SHOP”)
  • Synthetic ones are the cheapest home fragrances that deceive our body. It seems that we are breathing flowers, but in fact we are inhaling additives. Prominent representatives: IKEA, AUCHAN, FIX-PRICE stores
  • Natural. The products are made using natural ingredients and oils. (“BOTANIKA”, “STYX”, “IRIS”, “ELFARMA”.) During production, natural essential oils are neither chemically treated nor mixed with artificial fragrances

It's better not to use the first two options. Perfume contains up to 30% perfume oils and up to 85% alcohol, not counting a huge number of unknown ingredients. Back in 1986, the American National Academy of Sciences published a report according to which 95% of the chemicals used in perfumes are synthetic compounds derived from petroleum. These include toxic substances that cause allergic reactions, cancer, and birth defects.

If you come across a synthetic perfume fragrance, most likely it contains phthalic acid esters. Phthalates are added to bind ingredients together and create a rich scent! Manufacturers have reduced costs, and we have inhaled more toxic stuff, but we can’t get enough... Phthalates contribute to the development of diseases: hormone disruption, difficulties in getting pregnant, respiratory diseases, oncology, and pregnant women are at risk of disrupting the normal development of the fetus. Just like that.

Avoid the following designations: DHP, BBP, DIDP, DBP, DEHP, DINP, DEP, V, PVC, triangle with arrows, and inside the number 3 - these are all phthalic compounds. If the package says phthalate free, take it, it’s a good product!

Natural essential oils are perfect! They create a unique smell in every room. They have a healing effect on the human body: improve the condition of the skin and hair, calm or stimulate the nervous system, restore normal performance, harmonize the emotional state, relieve sleep disorders, have antitumor activity, many oils are strong erotic stimulants.

For example, with the help of sandalwood, neroli, chamomile, you can speed up the healing process of wounds. An intensive massage with orange and grapefruit oils will help get rid of cellulite. By adding lavender, ylang-ylang, and mint oils to your bath, you can eliminate insomnia.

How to use essential oils?

Essential Oil Diffusing Methods:

1. Aroma lamps


The classic ones consist of 2 parts: the lower one is intended for a small candle, water and oils are poured into the upper part, at the rate of 2 drops per 5 square meters. m of room area. Catalytic ones look like a vessel filled with oil; a wick with a catalytic burner (platinum coating + ceramic) is placed there. The burner is lit, after 2 minutes the flame is blown out and covered with a special protective lampshade. The room is aromatized, plus, unpleasant odors are removed and bacteria in the air are destroyed.

You can install the aroma lamp in any room, but in an area inaccessible to children. Do not place it on flammable surfaces (tablecloth, plastic, oilcloth). Before use, ventilate the room well, and then light the lamp, closing all doors and windows to prevent the aroma from escaping into space.

2. Candles made from natural wax: beeswax, soybean, vegetable, coconut, apricot


Ideal for use in the bedroom or while taking a bath. Candles do not mix with electricity, so when you light candles, turn off the lights and enjoy. In such an atmosphere you can create a romantic and even intimate mood or meditate.

There are a lot of advantages:

  • Naturalness (100%!)
  • Hypoallergenic ⠀
  • Safe for children
  • Rich smell
  • Doesn't run out of steam for a long time
  • Economical consumption (30-90 hours)

3. Sasha

A scented pad designed to scent a room or linen. Fragrant sachets can be placed anywhere: in the kitchen, in the children's room, in the closet or bathroom. For example, a pleasant mixture of lavender, rose petals and yarrow is suitable for the bedroom, and in the nursery you can put a sachet with chamomile and lavender. The sachets are placed in the closet with the clothes - the linen always smells nice. Mint, lemon balm, and rosemary will help support immunity during colds. Plus, you can decorate the interior of your home with these cute little things.

4. Room spray

Flavoring in aerosol packaging. You can buy or mix water and oils in a spray bottle: let it be a small home ritual, a little meditation. You can spray water with a few drops of lavender throughout the apartment to disinfect the air or put it in the toilet instead of artificial sprays. Room sprays are also suitable for fabric. They can be sprayed on bedding, upholstery, and clothing. The aroma in the air is felt more intensely, but lasts longer on the fabric.

5. Scent cubes

Wax cubes for aroma lamp. A good alternative to scented candles without an open flame. Just put them in a bowl, and when the wax begins to melt, the room will quickly fill with aroma.

6. Fragrant mixtures

A set of natural flowers and herbs poured into an open bowl and sprinkled with essential oils. Such aromas are placed on a table, window sill, shelf, they are not heated, they are already ready for use.

7. Diffusers

They consist of three parts: a bottle, a set of sticks, and an aromatic composition. The diffuser does not need to be set on fire, extinguished, or monitored. It is enough to adjust the intensity of the smell once: if you want a strong aroma, put all the sticks on. If you like a faint smell, remove a few. If you have placed all the sticks and the aroma seems weak, turn the sticks over. The diffuser lasts for about three months, but it all depends on the volume.

8. Ultrasonic aroma diffuser

This is a small device designed to diffuse essential oils. During operation, the device also regulates the humidity level in the room. You determine the intensity of the smell in the room yourself: From 5 drops of essential oil (for a light aroma) to 20 drops per container. If you want an atmosphere of maximum relaxation in your bedroom or have difficulty sleeping, place such a diffuser near your bed. Can also be used in the toilet, bathroom, living room.

Which scent is suitable for which room?

1. For the kitchen

Citrus aromatic oils are suitable for the kitchen: orange, grapefruit, lemon, bergamot, lemongrass. They lift your spirits and effectively neutralize odors.

Lifehacks for the kitchen:

  • You can prepare a mixture of 5 drops of cloves and 4 drops of limetta oil (Mediterranean sweet lemon).
  • Want to fill your kitchen with the aroma of coffee? Add 4-6 drops of citrus oil to ground coffee
  • You can soak towels and napkins in water with oils. In addition to the pleasant aroma, bacteria and unpleasant odors are destroyed
  • Add 2-3 drops of rosemary to your dish soap and it will smell perfect.

2. For the bedroom

Soothing aromas are needed here. Priority is given to rose, fir, lavender, violet, as they best induce healthy sleep.

Lifehacks for the bedroom:

  • If you want to have a great night, get acquainted with the scent of love: ambergris. It improves mood and increases attraction to a partner. This popular aphrodisiac is formed during the digestion of sperm whales and is a dense substance with a pungent tarry odor. You can use fragrances based on it
  • Vanilla is a simple scent that most people like. The smell of vanilla gives energy, harmonizes the atmosphere around, creating an atmosphere of trust. It gives a feeling of joy, improves memory, promotes concentration, revives the thirst for life
  • Prepare a sleeping potion: 200 ml of water with 10 drops of lavender essential oil. Pour into a spray bottle and spray on bedding before bed

3. Scents for the hallway

To feel good and pleasant when entering your home, use the aromas of coffee, cedar, lemon, pine, tea tree, bergamot, orange, and lavender.

Lifehacks for the hallway:

  • For the hallway there are aromatic assistants that neutralize unpleasant odors coming from the entrance: citrus and pine
  • There are also “magic wands” for closets: lavender. She drives away moths. But lately, preferences have been given to floral and fresh scents: cotton, violet

4. Scents for the living room

Here the principle “this and that will do” does not work. The aroma can be anything. And no one can pick it up better than the owners of the house. Find “your smell.” Fruit and floral compositions are often chosen. Experiment with sandalwood, mint, tangerine, honey. Many people enjoy figs for their sweet, exotic aroma.

5. Fragrances for the bathroom and toilet

The bathroom is not only a place to relax, but also an important element in keeping your home clean and fresh. Washing powders, gels, etc. are used here. In the bathroom you want not only to take a bath, but also to spend a pleasant time, forgetting about a busy day. Floral scents are ideal for this: delicate rose, soothing lavender. Create an atmosphere of relaxation with candles, petals and beautiful music, and the aroma will unobtrusively envelop you and give pleasant emotions.

Few housewives know that you can make clothes softener with your own hands. We are sharing the recipe: 1 liter of water, 150 ml of vinegar, 0.5 cups of soda and a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Pour into a bottle and enjoy! For one wash – 100 ml of product

Most often we use air fresheners in the toilet: this is where odors appear that can only be destroyed by strong aromas. Store-bought air fresheners contain harmful ingredients that enter our body through the lungs, so it is better to avoid them. Fill the diffuser with fresh fruity, citrus scents and take it to the toilet. Room spray can be used additionally. You can apply a few drops of oil inside the toilet paper roll.

6. Fragrances for the workplace

Many people have their own work corner, here’s how scents can be useful in it:

  • To increase concentration, use scents of lemon, jasmine, mint, rosemary
  • Essential oils of chamomile, ylang-ylang, marjoram, rose, palmarosa will help get rid of irritation and fatigue. Add 35 drops of your favorite essential oil to 150 ml of water. Pour the resulting mixture into a spray bottle and mix thoroughly by shaking it. Use the mixture as a body spray
  • Scents of tangerine, neuroli, coriander, rose or bergamot will help boost creativity
  • Grapefruit oil will give you self-confidence and optimism.

Use of essential oils for household purposes

When choosing fragrances for your home, remember that all people are individual and have different tastes. Find your favorite scents that will inspire, energize, calm and bring happiness. Don't be afraid to experiment - mix different scents and create your own compositions.

There are no trifles in comfort. Fragrances in the home are a whole art that can become a family tradition or be your calling card. But not only that! Emotions, sensations, moods, memories are inseparable from smells. Some aromas make us flutter like butterflies, others can turn our heads, under the influence of others we can become more optimistic or, on the contrary, climb under the blanket with hot tea. Fragrances are the same as people: delicate, bright or bold. It’s wonderful to smell and experience life in all its diversity in your cozy home.