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Candle Aromatherapy for Concentration

Apr 12th, 2007 by Wellness Coordinator

We all know the benefits of aromatherapy for rest and relaxation. It seems like there are tons of scents you can choose from if you want to unwind at the end of a long, hectic day. Aromatherapy works quickly and effectively because, unlike other senses, scent is directly connected to your brain. You already know aromatherapy works great to relax, why not try it when you need to concentrate? Aromatherapy can be used to turn your brain back on, perk you up, and sharpen your thought process. Imagine the work you can get done with that extra invigorating boost. I know this won’t be a surprise to you, or you didn’t really believe that it relaxed you. lol

When it comes to concentration, there are many scents to choose from. There are minty, fruity, and fresh smelling varieties. This means that you’ll be sure to find one you actually think smells good. Stick to the outdoor type scents and you will hit it. Fresh smelling, awakening scents are the way to awaken the scents. Here are just some of the options available:

* Lemon
* Mango- this can also help to improve concentration by easing symptoms of depression.
* Pine- this helps to increase energy levels as well as concentration.
* Apple- this can also give you an extra energy boost.
* Rosemary-this scent promotes relaxation and alertness at the same time.
* Peppermint- this has always been recommended to me to improve alertness for long study sessions
* Eucalyptus- this can be used to provide a slightly different scent.

If you want to use aromatherapy to help you concentrate, there are several options for helping the scent reach your nose.

* Aromatherapy candles. These are an easy and simple way to help spread your favorite invigorating scents throughout the house. They are slightly less concentrated, but they still get the job done. Just buy the scents you want and light them whenever you’re studying or just need a mental boost. Soy candles are so much better for our environment, so please check out our candle facts about burning them. Our candles are 100% soy and come in many scents. If your scent isn’t available, then please email us.
* Humidifier. Simply find the oil form of the fragrance you want, put a few drops in your room humidifier and let it work. As the water gets put into the air, the oil gets taken with. When the droplets evaporate, the room is filled with your favorite refreshing sent. They also make devices now that use water to disperse scent and clean your air at the same time. Please make sure that it is not a scent you are allergic to first.
* Rub on oil. Instead of using the oil in your humidifier, just rub it onto your chest or under your nose. It works like VapoRub by sending invigorating vapors right up to your nose. Just be careful, many of the oils can be harmful, so you’ll have to mix a few drops with a carrier oil so you don’t hurt your skin. A carrier oil can be baby oil or mineral oil. Just something to mix with.

If you want to study, concentrate more on work, or just feel energized and alert at the end of a long day, you should try one of these fantastic aromatherapy scents. It is a great way to work more in without caffeine. But make sure that you are not messing with your normal sleep patterns. We need to set normal sleep and awake patterns to be more productive.

Val Selby

Mom’s Online Retreat Coordinator

www.BusyMommaWellness.com