I have been wanting to do this post for a while now! I'll never forget when I was in hard labor (exhausted) and my wonderful doula putting some orange oils on a cotton ball. I remember getting this feeling of rejuvination and excitement. To this day when I smell a citrus scent, it reminds me of that rainy, hot night 6 months ago. Scents have a way of evoking feelings and memories. So. Needless to say I've been pretty excited about this.
First things first, if you are pregnant there ARE a few scents to stay away from:
Listed below are some common scents and their uses! Care of (here):
| Bergamot | Analgesic, antiseptic, antidepressant, uplifting, and refreshing. Helpful for cystitis during pregnancy. |
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| Chamomile | Antiseptic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic. Soothes pain from muscular aches, headaches, toothaches and indigestion. |
| Cypress (OK after 5 months) | Antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent and diuretic. Helpful for varicose veins, hemorrhoids and swollen ankles. |
| Eucalyptus | Antiseptic, antibiotic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antiviral. Helpful with respiratory congestion. |
| Frankincense | Antiseptic, astringent, sedative, warming. |
| Geranium (OK after 3 months) | Antiseptic, antidepressant, astringent, refreshing, uplifting. Eases aching legs and is good for poor circulation. |
| Grapefruit | Astringent, digestive aid, lymphatic stimulant. Helps with water retention. |
| Lavender | Antiseptic, antibiotic, analgesic, antidepressant, healing, relaxing. Helps soothe aches and pains of pregnancy, encourages cell renewal and helps with fluid retention. |
| Lemon | Antiseptic, antibacterial, antifungal, astringent, stimulant, tonic. Useful as an inhalant for morning sickness and in massage for varicose veins. |
| Mandarin | Antiseptic, refreshing, tonic, mild relaxant. Can ease fluid retention in leg and ankle massages. |
| Neroli | Antiseptic, antidepressant, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, relaxing. Useful in pregnancy to promote healthy skin cell regeneration and for easing nervous tension. |
| Patchouli | Antiseptic, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, nerve sedative. Eases confusion, indecision and apathy. |
| Petitgrain | Antiseptic, antidepressant, sedative, refreshing, tonic. Helpful in dealing with pre or postpartum depression. |
| Rosewood | Antiseptic, sedative. |
| Sandalwood | Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, sedative. Helpful for cystitis during pregnancy. |
| Tangerine | Antispasmodic, lymphatic stimulant, calming, sedative. Helps to prevent stretch marks. |
| Tea Tree | Antibiotic, antiseptic, antifungal, antiviral, disinfectant. Can be used to treat thrush during pregnancy. |
| Ylang Ylang | Antiseptic, antidepressant, aphrodisiac, sedative, lowers blood pressure. Restorative when overworked or tense. |
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