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Essential oils are renowned for their variety of uses and benefits, and for providing versatile

solutions for everyday needs. Among the many methods for enjoying essential oils, aromatic use

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has long been revered for its ability to help the user experience the potent, uplifting, relaxing,
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or purifying nature of essential oils. Not only is the aromatic use of essential oils extremely

convenient and simple, but it also offers immediate benefits such as promoting a calm, stable

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environment, purifying the air, managing mood and emotions, and more. A simple way to

experience the power of essential oils with very little skill or knowledge, aromatic use continues

to be a popular application method in the essential oil world today.

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Historical cases of aromatic use
Yielding the benefits of essential oils through aromatic use is not a new
Benefits of aromatic use:
concept, but rather an idea that has been in practice for centuries. The
A simple and convenient application
practice of aromatherapy, or the use of essential oils and plant extracts,
method that requires very little
has been around for hundreds of thousands of years. In ancient Rome,

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China, Greece, and India, essential oils were used frequently in rituals or
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experience with essential oils

use
Creates a calming, relaxing, soothing,
religious practices, as these ancient people discovered that essential oils
or grounding environment
had the ability to influence feelings and uplift mood.
Can help purify the air
While this effect was somewhat unexplained in ancient times, significant Helps manage mood and emotions
research in the 1990s helped biologists understand how inhaling the
scent of an essential oil could cause specific chemical sensors in
the body to react. This research helped prove the notions of ancient

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on emotion, mood, and atmosphere.
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Using essential oils to produce relaxing, calming, or
uplifting feelings
As mentioned, research has shown that the scent of essential oils can cause reactions in chemical sensors in
the brain. Because of this, aromatic use allows the essential oil user to achieve a desired effect, depending
on the chemical structure of the essential oil. Many essential oils contain chemical properties that have been
shown to promote relaxing feelings, a calming atmosphere, and the ability to soothe anxious feelings when
used aromatically.

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Because each essential oil has a different chemical makeup and each person has different emotions,
memories, and reactions within the brain when inhaling an essential oil, each person will experience something
a little bit different. However, certain essential oils have specific chemical elements that help promote calming,
relaxing, grounding, energizing, or soothing feelings.

Aromatic use and purifying the air

Another major benefit of using essential oils aromatically is their ability to purify the air. Dispelling unwanted
odors and replacing them with pure, pleasant scents is possible when you harness the power of potent, high
quality essential oils. Today, many air-purifying agents contain harmful toxins and chemicals, which makes the
aromatic use of essential oils even more desirable. Essential oils provide a safe, natural way to purify the air in
any room, without inhaling harmful toxins.

Aromatically use to improve or manage mood

Among many uses, aromatic usage has traditionally been used to help improve mood. Whether you need to
stabilize your emotions, calm anxious feelings, promote feelings of motivation, or encourage relaxation, there
is an essential oil with the perfect chemical components to help you manage your mood and achieve a desired
result. As the aroma of an essential oil interacts with the chemical sensors in the brain, it will elicit a reaction
allowing the user to choose a specific oil to help produce a specific effect.
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If something is aromatic, it emits a distinct, potent, or pleasant smell. The aromatic use of

essential oils consists of benefitting from the natural properties of the oils by way of breathing in

the aroma. While topical and internal application require the body to come in contact with the oil,

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aromatic application merely requires the essential oil to pass through the nose in order to offer

the benefits. Aromatic use is typically achieved by diffusing or inhaling essential oils directly.

How do essential oils interact with the brain and body

when we use them aromatically?

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The human sense of smell is a powerful tool. Sense of smell can produce significant mental, emotional, and
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physiologic responses depending on the way that different aromas react with the brain.

As volatile aromatic compounds,

essential oils have the ability to
disperse through the air quickly. The
volatility (or ability to change state
quickly) of essential oils allows the user
to experience the aroma of an essential

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As mentioned previously, essential

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olfactory system of the brainthe part
of the brain that regulates our sense of smell. The olfactory system is connected to the limbic system where
emotions and memories are stored.

When using essential oils aromatically, the scent travels through the nose to the olfactory system where it is
processed, and then travels through the olfactory nerve to the limbic system. In the limbic system, the scent
triggers responses in the brain based on memories and experiences. Because of these reactions in the brain,
essential oils have a particularly powerful effect when applied aromatically. Due to the volatility of essential
oils, aromatic use of essential oils is the most effective application methodthe oil user can experience the
benefits of a scent quickly and conveniently. When using essential oils aromatically, they are easily inhaled
and absorbed through the respiratory tract and lungs, and then circulated through the blood stream.

As we breathe in the scent of an essential oil, it triggers specific reactions based on our own individual
emotions, behaviors, memories, and experiences. This is why aromatic use is such a big part of mood
managementreactions in the brain cause physiological reactions that can alter and improve mood.

The chemical structure of essential oils

You might be wondering, How does an essential oil provide calming, uplifting, or energizing feelings? Due
to their chemical makeup, in most cases, essential oils can be classified as having uplifting or calming effects.
See how the chemical structure of plants and essential oils allow them to provide specific uplifting, calming,
and mood-altering properties.

Mint: Commonly known to be uplifting and energizing due to a high concentration of ketones

Floral: Typically composed of monoterpene alcohols, which provide calming characteristics

Tree, herb, and grass: Primarily include sesquiterpines, oxides, and esters, which help promote soothing,
grounding emotions and feelings of renewal

Citrus: Contain chemical components like beta-pinene, monoterpenes, and limonene, which contain
significant uplifting characteristics

Spice: Phenols provide warming properties

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CHAPTER Using an essential oil diffuser

One of the most effective ways to experience essential oils aromatically is by using an essential

oil diffuser. An essential oil diffuser takes an oil and transforms it into a fine, microscopic mist

of oil dropletsdispersing the oil (and the scent) through the air. This allows you to enjoy the

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aroma of an essential oil for an extended period of time, making essential oil diffusion the most
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convenient, simple way to use essential oils aromatically.

Choosing the right diffuser

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When choosing a diffuser for the aromatic use of essential oils,

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youll find that there are plenty of options out there. Before
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selecting a diffuser, you simply need to evaluate your needs
and preferences. Some diffusers provide a far-reaching mist,
a compact model, helpful timer settings, and more. Youll

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also have your choice between water diffusers and waterless
diffusers. A water diffuser uses water to help disperse essential
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oils through the air in a fine mist. Waterless diffusers simply
diffuse straight oil into the air. Both are effective ways to enjoy
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Most importantly, youll want to ensure that the diffuser you
choose will preserve the powerful potency of the essential oils.
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It is never advised to use a diffuser that uses heat or other
elements that could change the structure of the essential oil,

Where do I put my essential oil diffuser?

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When you want to enjoy the scent of essential oils, improve your mood, or purify the air, an essential oil diffuser
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is a simple way to experience these benefits. Depending on the size, model, and features of your diffuser, it
can be used in a myriad of ways to disperse the aroma of essential oils throughout the room.
Here are a few places you might consider using a diffuser: bedrooms, office, spa rooms, hotel rooms,
kitchen, living room or common area.

Essential oil diffuser maintenance A few tips for essential oil diffuser
and tips maintenance:
Avoid placing your diffuser in direct
Your ability to enjoy essential oils aromatically with the use of a diffuser sunlight or near a fan
Clean the diffuser regularly according
will depend greatly on the type and quality of diffuser you choose. to the manufacturers instructions
However, with any diffuser, youll want to ensure that you take good care (this includes a deep cleaning at
least once a month)
of the device by regularly cleaning and maintaining it. Without proper Try to use natural cleaning agents
cleaning, your diffuser will develop an oil buildup that can eventually like water and vinegar
Be sure to unplug the device before
keep the diffuser from working correctly. cleaning
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Now that you understand the benefits of using essential oils aromatically, you might be

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looking for ways to get started with aromatic use. When used safely, essential oils have endless

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applications for purifying the air, improving mood, and promoting a calm, relaxed atmosphere.
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Learn about some of the easiest ways to use essential oils aromatically in the sections below.

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Because there are so many factors involved with aromatic usethe size of the room,
output of a diffuser, the nature of the air in the room, etc.it is difficult to control the

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amount of oil you are exposed to when using essential oils aromatically.

While there is no specific recommendation made for dosage when it comes to

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aromatic use, it is important to remember that moderation is best. The amount of oil
used and duration of diffusion or exposure greatly depends on things like room size,
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person will react differently to the aroma of an oil. Individuals should consider their
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aromatic use. When using essential oils aromatically to improve wellness, it is a good
idea to consult with a health care provider, specifically when it comes to safe use.

How to make a good diffuser blend

One unique way to enjoy the benefits of essential oil diffusion is to combine and blend several essential
oils into one diffuserthus eliciting a new aroma that offers the benefits of more than one essential oil. The
combinations of diffuser blends are limitless, but if you are new to essential oils, it can be difficult to know
which oils to pair together for the best results. Follow the advice below to learn how to make a good essential
oil diffuser blend at home.
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allow you to experience the aromatic benefits of essential oils through the air. As you become more familiar

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with essential oils, it will be easy to add variety to your options for aromatic use. Take a look at some of the
ideas below for simple suggestions that will broaden your horizons when it comes to using essential oils
aromatically.

Diffuse essential oils during yoga practice to promote

relaxing, focusing, grounding, or energizing feelings
Spray essential oils on clothing for a pleasant scent
throughout the day

Add a drop of oil to a dryer sheet and place in the dryer

with a batch of laundry for a clean scent
Add one to two drops of essential oils to a homemade
surface cleaner

Diffuse essential oils during a bubble bath to create a

spa-like environment
Apply oil to a cotton ball and place in the air vents of your car
Diffuse essential oils in the car during road trips to create a
calming environment

Diffuse essential oils to help promote a relaxing

environment that will promote restful sleep
Diffuse essential oils when studying for a test to help
promote focus and motivation
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the hands over your nose, and inhale
Diffuse essential oils before work to promote self-
confidence, and after work for relaxing relief after a long day

Mix oil and water in a spray bottle and spritz over furniture,
carpet, and other linens
Diffuse essential oils when you are expecting company to
help the air smell clean, fresh, and inviting

Place two or three drops of essential oil on the floor

during a shower (keeping oil away from the water path)
and breathe in
Diffuse essential oils in a classroom to help promote focus

Diffuse essential oils during your morning routine for an

uplifting, invigorating start to your day
Stick a few drops of essential oil on a newspaper and
place at the bottom of a trash can to help with the smell