Aromatherapy Treatments for Depression.

Essential oils have a direct influence on the limbic portion of the brain, which is the center of the brain
responsible for emotions and memory. That's why smells evoke such immediate and powerful memories and
feelings. Essential oils have a subtle and profound effect on the psyche and. can be incorporated into your
daily life in many ways to uplift your spirits and balance your emotions. Just the act of using essential oils is
healing, because the more things you  do to nurture yourself, the better you will feel.

The following essential oils are especially helpful for relieving depression and can be used daily in baths and
massage oils.

Bergamot has a fresh, spicy, citrusy fragrance and has an uplifting effect on the psyche. Bergamot contains
bergapten, which can cause skin photosensitivity. Buy bergapten-free essential oil.

Lavender has a sweet, herbaceous, floral fragrance and is balancing for the nervous system. It acts as a
restorative tonic and has antidepressant properties.

Rose has a sweet, floral, intensely rose fragrance. It promotes a feeling of well-being, eases sorrow and
psychological pain, and opens the heart to feelings of love.

Sandalwood has a rich, woody, sweet fragrance. It has anti-depressant effects and is also calming and
harmonizing.

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