
1. LEMONGRASS: Has a bright, sunny, citrusy scent.
HAIR BENEFITS: Works wonders to help balance the scalp’s pH, helps fight scalp infections.
MOOD BENEFITS: Aids in lifting a dark spirit, invites happier feelings and acts as a tonic for the nerves and helps relieve trembling hands, limbs and general nervousness.
HOW TO ADD IT IN: Add a few drops to your scalp oil.
2. SAGE: Has an earthy, strong aromatic scent.
HAIR BENEFITS: Aids in hair loss, helps give hair a shinier appearance.
MOOD BENEFITS: Sage increases concentration, relaxes the muscles and naturally sedates the body. It’s perfect to use during times of turmoil or after a mentally toxic day.
HOW TO ADD IT IN: Add 10 drops to your massage oil, scalp oil, or use in an oil burner.
3. GERANIUM: Has a lush. flowery, classic scent.
HAIR BENEFITS: Cell restoration, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory.
MOOD BENEFITS: Geranium assists in relieving the symptoms of PMS, including menstrual cramps and moodiness. It’s also an anti-depressant that relieves stress and anxiety.
HOW TO ADD IT IN: Add a few drops to a body butter, scalp oil or mix with your favorite oil and dab on a few areas for an intoxicating scent.
Photo credit: @sacredtruthessentials (check out their oils!)