TOP 5 Most Popular (and Useful) Essential Oil Pairings
Lavender and Rosemary
Lavender is surely one of the most beautiful and readily recognizable scents among all essential oils. Known for its proven ability to calm, reduce tension and as a sleep aid, for many lavender is part of the foundation of aromatherapy. Soothing and refreshing, lavender is an excellent tonic to treat nerves and anxiety issues. Lavender essential oil is also good for improving the circulation of blood in the body.
Rosemary provides a herby, camphorous scent that adds a lovely touch to the sweet floral Lavender. Not only is the aroma exceptionally beautiful, massaging skin and muscle tissue with rosemary essential oil can quickly relieve pain and soreness. Rosemary essential oil can also help overcome fatigue and has certain anti-inflammatory qualities as well. Furthermore, it is known to stimulate blood circulation, which can promote faster healing and recovery time.
The plants are both shrub-like perennials with fragrant leaves and flowers. Both plants are from the mint family.
Grapefruit and Peppermint
Few people understand the huge impact olfactory stimulation can have on our lives. When using certain essential oils you can actually energize, stimulate and uplift. It is not difficult to have a direct and positive impact on any environment, whether a single person or a group.
While uses for grapefruit essential oil are many, from cleansing to anti-oxidant properties, one of the best functions is for uplifting the mind to create clarity and confidence. This essential oil can stimulate the brain and nervous system to help make you more active and alert. Moreover, grapefruit essential oil can help regulate metabolism and can spur the appetite.
Peppermint is certainly one of the most refreshing and invigorating scents we might smell. In addition to containing menthol which is a strong anesthetic, the stimulating effects of peppermint essential oil have been shown to increase blood circulation. This can help oxygenate the body’s organs and increase metabolism leading to higher cognitive function.
Peppermint is a hybrid herb plant that is indigenous to Europe and the Middle East.
The grapefruit is a subtropical citrus tree known for its sour to semi-sweet fruit. The essential oil comes from the fruit peel, extracted via cold pressing.
Ylang-Ylang and Rose Geranium
It is widely known that essential oils can be used for many indications, from helping with head, stomach and toothaches to something much different…
That’s right, essential oils can also be very handy in the bedroom! In fact, the sense of smell can have a powerful effect on the emotions and can stimulate the production of neurotransmitters which can lead to increased libido.
The powerful, yet sweet, soft and flowery fragrance of Ylang-Ylang has become a romantic favorite. Ylang-ylang essential oil can act as an aphrodisiac, elevating sexual energy and enhancing sensuality. This unique scent helps to invigorate the senses, calms the nerves and improves circulation.
Rose Geranium has a fantastic smooth and sweet floral scent that will capture your attention in a delightful way. The light and delicate aroma may act to balance hormone levels and is a mild, refreshing stimulant. The combination of the two fragrances can be extremely arousing and calming at the same time.
Cananga odorata, commonly called ylang-ylang, grows as a small tree or compact climbing shrub and originates from Southeast Asia.
Rose Geranium is not to be confused with the actual Rose flower as they are distinctly different, although their scents are reminiscent of one another. Rose Geranium is a flowering annual and perennial plant originating from Africa and Australia.
Citronella and Eucalyptus
Many people have discovered that certain essential oils can be remarkably effective as an insect repellant. Proven effective, citronella and eucalyptus can act as a potent method to rid your environment of pests. In fact, many kinds of unwanted creatures may be warded off by these wonders of nature.
Across the globe for centuries, citronella has been commonly used to protect from mosquito bites. Research also indicates that citronella essential oil is an effective repellent for louse and flies. Chemical free and environmentally friendly, using this natural bug repellant makes good sense.
By combining another strong essential oil like eucalyptus will help make your blend more effective. The strong, minty and camphor-esque aroma of the eucalyptus essential oil has antiseptic and insecticidal qualities particularly useful against mosquitoes, ticks, and lice.
Citronella is a commonly cultivated as culinary and medicinal herb with a scent resembling that of lemons. It is primarily found throughout Asia.
Eucalyptus is a type of flowering tree or shrubs in the myrtle family with its origin mainly in Australia.
Sweet Orange and Cinnamon
Did you realize that there are some really good essential oils that can help when you are feeling sick or may be prone to catching a cold. In fact, there are numerous kinds of essential oils that have a variety of effects on your physical health and mental wellbeing, but some can actually be used to combat sickness.
Sweet orange essential oil is probably one of the best scents in our basic aromatherapy repertoire. An excellent diuretic and possessing both anti-oxidant and antiseptic qualities, sweet orange is effective at eliminating toxins and boosting the immune system. Orange essential oil provides quick and effective relief from internal and external inflammation as well. A powerful antiviral, antimicrobial, antioxidant and antiseptic, cinnamon essential oil has a delightfully fulfilling warm, spicy smell. You can diffuse cinnamon oil during cold and flu season to help eliminate the air of potentially harmful bacteria. Cinnamon essential oil has a toning and calming effect on the respiratory tract, the nervous system and can help easing the discomfort and fatigue derived from colds and flu.
Sweet Orange is an evergreen tree with white flowers and bright orange fruit. The trees are native to China, but are now cultivated extensively in America. Used and traded since antiquity, cinnamon essential oil originates from the leaves and bark of the cinnamon tree widely found across most of India and Asia.
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thanks for this…..several pairings I;d like to tryt
I love almost all of these oils, we are using rosemary for kids for easier learning, so I will try to add lavender, which might be a nice combination to calm down and concentrate on the task. Geranium and ylang are also our favorites, I am looking forward to using this combination.
With 3 young daughters, the lavender and rosemary sounds like the perfect treat for our household!
I love the sound of sweet orange and cinnamon – I love cinnamon!
thank you
For some reason I haven’t really experimented with mixing oils. Must try some of your suggestions
I have been learning about essential oils in recent months. I like the combo of lavender and rosemary oils, because I know the importance of lavender in calming and helping with sleep.
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Rosemary and Lavender is my favourite pairing.
Cool !!!
Delicious and informative!
I think that it was interesting to learn about the essential oils.
Thank you, I intend to try the sweet orange essential oil for my inflammations! 🙂
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I would try any essential oils but I really want to try the lavender and rosemary. I have a lot of pain & poor sleep & I would like to see if it would help me. I would also like to try something to help my breathing & nausea.
My favorite is lavender, rose, ylang ylang….great article! Thank you!
I would love to try some oils for my sinus please
I would love to try the orange and cinnamon. I never knew how beneficial essential oils are .
I’m loving the lavender and rosemary,but would love to try out the others as well.
All these would smell great, I’m between Orange & Cinnamon or Citronella and Eucalyptus. Both have effects that would benefit me
Orange and Cinnamon for me
A very informative Article. I love the pairing of Sweet Orange and Cinnamon.
I have been so confused,but this helped tremendously,thanks
I found that very informative and interesting. The only one I have really heard about before was orange and cinnamon
Good to know! 🙂
I don’t really know what oil is used for different things, I am just starting to get to know
I’m a strong lover and believer of oils and their properties for dealing with all sorts of ailments to everyday life usage. Great article indeed. 👍
My boyfriend has always been skeptical about us getting a diffuser. Maybe he will be willing to try the ylang ylang😆
I’ve always diffused citrus, i find it boosts me energetically and emotionally. However, i will now try with cinnamon, I believe it will give it a whole new mood!
I love the combination of orange and cinnamon scents together.
Sweet Orange and Cinnamon is one of my favorite blendings of scents. The Sweet Orange always gives me energy.
These are definitely good to know. Pinning them for later.
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thanks for the wonderful info!
thank you for all the lovely ideas x I love essential oils .. especially geranium x x
These are good to know, I like the last combo the best.
I’ve always been curious about the scent of ylang-ylang..would love to try it!
I’ll be doing some pairing. I have a lot of essential oils that i can do this with. I love the cinnamon and sweet orange, my fave scents.
Sweet orange & Cinnamon sounds a-m-a-z-i-n-g !
Un artuculo de lo mas interesante y muy claro.
I think the orange and cinnamon would smell delicious.
I never thought of pairing scents before, I would like to try this someday. Thank you for the informative information.
This was very informative. I was unsure about the blend of multiple scents. Thank you.
I would love to try the grapefruit and peppermint. Grapefruit is one of my goto’s
Thanks for the great information! I love the ylang ylang rose Geranium combo. The lavender rosemary in one I haven’t tried as well. It is so nice to be able to get this information from you!
cinnamon and orange would be lovely
I like the Sweet Orange and Cinnamon combination.
This great info! Some of these oils like grapefruit, I often wondered what would pair well with it now I know! Thanks for this!