Throughout human history, scent and memories have played a fundamental role in our lives and evolution. The limbic system is closely tied not only with our sense of smell, but also our emotions, certain behaviors, and of course, our long-term memory.
One example of this is the sudden memories that flood our thoughts when we recognize a scent or perfume worn by a lover in a past relationship. Memories stir and reignite feelings and emotions connected to the person who wore them. On Valentine’s Day, wearing romantic essential oil blends is a great way to build lasting memories that won’t soon be forgotten.
Whether you are secretly admiring someone or are in a steadfast relationship, essential oils can lend a sensual touch to any situation.
Romantic Essential Oil Blends for Valentine’s Day
Creating a custom personal scent is always best since it differentiates you from everyone else. However, if you’re looking for a few essential oils that are known to enhance feelings of love and devotion, I’ve got you covered!
Some of the most romantic essential oils include:
- Benzoin – a vanilla-like essential oil that instills happiness and supports healthy emotions
- Cedarwood – a very relaxing oil that improves mood, focus, and spirituality
- Clary sage – stops mind chatter and supports emotional well-being
- Geranium – has a rose-like scent that supports the circulatory system. A very relaxing and stress relieving oil
- Jasmine – enhances confidence and enlivens the senses. Dispels fear and insecurity.
- Patchouli – reduces stress and nervous tension
- Rose absolute – the essence of love, rose essential oils elevate joy and protect our hearts from emotional hurt
- Rose otto – this oil smells like freshly picked roses. It uplifts the mood and instills relaxation and feelings of happiness
- Rosewood – an earthy woodsy oil that enhances emotional stability and empowerment and opens the heart
- Sandalwood – enhances communication and our connection to others
- Vanilla – has a positive influence on the emotions, especially in men
- Ylang ylang – balances emotions and uplifts the mood. Considered an aphrodisiac oil
Rose and ylang ylang are particularly sensuous essential oils that can be added to massage oils, sheet sprays, bubble bath, and can even be used to flavor homemade chocolates (rose is my personal favorite!).
Citrus essential oils like sweet orange, grapefruit, bergamot, mandarin, and tangerine help elevate the mood, uplift the spirits, and instill joy in both the wearer and your partner. They make lovely additions to any Valentine’s Day blend.
Simple Romantic Essential Oil Blends for Every Occasion
Romantic Essential Oil Blends for Valentine’s Day
If you have a nice large tub at your disposal, Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to make an especially luxuriant bubble bath, bath or massage oil, or even a diffuser blend for you and your loved one. Take a moment to experiment with different combinations to come up with a scent you both love and enjoy. Most importantly, make sure your partner loves the scent you choose!
Here’s a few of my favorites:
Romantic Blend #1 – Candied Rose
Romantic Blend #2 – Love Potion
- 2 drops jasmine absolute
- 3 drops grapefruit
Romantic Blend #3 – Sensuality
- 1 drop rose absolute
- 1 drop jasmine absolute
- 3 drops geranium
Romantic Blend #4 – I Love You
- 1 drop ylang ylang
- 4 drops sweet orange
Romantic Blend #5 – Allure
- 1 drop clary sage
- 1 drops patchouli
- 1 drop sweet orange
- 2 drops geranium
To use these blends, simply add them to bath salts, body scrub, bubble bath, your favorite bath bomb recipe, a pump of lotion, or mixed in 1 TB massage oil. You can also add these blends to a diffuser to scent your humble abode for a night of romance.
Don’t want to make your own? Try these pre-made blends for a special Valentine’s Day:
I hope you give these a try! What have been your favorite romantic essential oil blends? Please share in the comments!
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