With April marking Stress Awareness Month, and Mental Health Awareness Week falling on 15th-21st May, it’s safe to say that looking after our wellbeing is a conscious act that we’re all trying to get better at. Especially as according to Mind, approximately 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health problem each year1.
While it can’t take your worries and troubles away, aromatherapy can act as a complimentary aid and help to form self-care rituals that allow us to be present in the moment and manage stress.
What do the experts say?
“For those looking for a natural remedy to ease anxiety or stress, studies have shown that the simple act of inhaling an essential oil can elicit a change in mood and can alleviate symptoms of stress such as shortness of breath, digestion issues and changes to our sleep pattern. They are also known to promote relaxation, to further aid in the relief of stress and anxiety,” shares Tisserand Aromatherapy’s expert Aromatherapist, Jo Kellett.
The question is then, which essential oils have the best calming benefits?
“Most of us have heard about the stress soothing properties of lavender and chamomile but these have sedative like effects that are great for helping to reduce anxiety at night but may well be too relaxing during the day. However, nutmeg and soothing geranium, is the perfect daytime antidote” explains Kellett.
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Tisserand Aromatherapy Total De-Stress Pulse Point Roller Ball – NOW £6.40 (WAS £8) Tisserand.com
Sometimes the most effective remedies are ones that you can reach for without delay. Roll this pocket-sized roller ball onto pulse points and take in the 100% natural pure essential oils of sweet Orange, balancing Geranium and warming Nutmeg to help reduce feelings of anxiety and bring a sense of calm.
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When you need to quickly bring a sense of calm and reduce anxious feelings, a spritz of this Total De-Stress MoodFix™ Mist creates a cloud of calm. Take a moment to stop & breathe in the 100% natural pure essential oils blend of sweet Orange, balancing Geranium and warming Nutmeg.
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Ease away the worries of the day with these luxurious bath salts, delicately fragranced with our comforting blend of Geranium, Orange & Nutmeg 100% natural pure essential oils.
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Lather your skin, and breathe in the relaxing blend of Total De-Stress when enjoying a hot shower. The comforting blend of Geranium, Orange & Nutmeg 100% natural pure essential oils helps you to enjoy a sense of calm and wash away the stresses.