Using scents to reframe your mood.

Reframe your mood using scents.

Creating a sense of nostalgia and lasting calm.

Many people are seeking ways to deal with stress management as we settle into the “new-normal”. Everyday stresses and strains have been replaced with a new range of different thoughts and behaviours due to changed schedules, extra pressures and life circumstances. It’s possible though to reframe your thoughts and mood by using scent to uplift, enhance or alter your emotional state. And therefore find some piece of lasting calm that you may be seeking.

It’s clear that scents can change your mood by casting up feelings of nostalgia, ease and warm memories. But they can also invoke an indulgent, sensory experience whether you are looking for clarity, calm, enlightenment or a creative boost. Using a candle or diffuser can leave you feeling renewed and restored, replacing moments of anxiety or mental pressures.

The combination of waxes and wicks can also play a part in reframing your mood for example wood wicks softly crackle as they burn to bring a feeling of warmth and relaxation to create an at-home sensory experience.

For hope:

Gardenia and Bluebell bring a breeziness and freshness to improve overall wellbeing. These delicate clean scents are perfect for bringing a lightness to heavy or doubtful days. Use these crisp floral scents to clear any mental fatigue.

Taking time to relax.

Bluebell woods in the Cotswolds.

For clarity:

Eau Verbena is a powerfully uplifting and cleansing aroma with notes of citrus fruit, ideal for reducing brain fog and improving concentration. Lemon Verbena is a luxury scent known for it’s comforting qualities. Mint and Eucalyptus are also both stimulating, refreshing and invigorating scents, allowing you to restore physical and mental clarity.

For rejuvenation:

Lemongrass and Ginger are uplifting, warming and comforting scents. They can be described as familiar earthy smells with refreshing and rejuvenating qualities. Grapefruit, another rejuvenating aroma, is energising, refreshing and zesty. Grapefruit is a sharper, crisper scent whereas lemongrass and ginger are rounder smells so are perfect for uplifting your mood and emotions no matter which type of scent is your favourite.

For lasting calm:

Lavender is helpful for relaxation and enabling you to get in touch with your innermost feelings and emotions. It’s main properties allow you to unwind and to help you sleep.

The rejuvenating aroma of a grapefruit.

The familiar, timeless, soothing scent of Lavender is perfect for those looking for lasting calm for both body and mind.

What are your favourite scents and which do you find effective as an antidote to modern life?