The Effect of Scent on Moods
Posted by Valerie Garner
When we talk about scents it could refer to a variety of
applications. From the choice of perfume we wear, to lotions we
use, candles we choose, oils, potpourris, etc. It is known that
certain scents seem to effect people in different ways.
Some scents are tied to certain memories, and if those memories
were good or bad, will probably have a huge influence on whether
the scent is liked or not. For instance, if mom made a great
apple pie and there were lots of good memories of that apple
pie, odds are you would find the scent of apple pie comforting
and homey. Many people have fond memories of a lilac bush in
grandmas yard. The list goes on and on. You may want to ask
yourself what scents you typically tie to good memories, those
could be a good place to start.
There are categories of scents that are commonly known to have
certain affects on peoples moods. These are listed below:
1.Romantic scents: jasmine, patchouli, freesia, gardenia, rose,
sandalwood, cinnamon. 2.Energizers: tangerine, eucalyptus, mint,
lemon, bergamot, ginger. 3.Calming: lavender, frankincense &
myrrh, cedar, almond, heliotrope, marjoram, hyacinth, vanilla.
4.Refreshing: eucalyptus, grapefruit, lemon, lime, orange, mint,
tangerine, rosemary.
This also helps to explain why we tend to prefer different
scents based on our moods. I know mine vary quite a lot, as does
my taste in candle scents. I think thats true with most of us.
Perhaps its time to try another type of scent that you wouldnt
naturally gravitate to, you may find you discover a new favorite
when the "mood" hits you.
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