Which scents are really suitable for meditation?

Scents that make you relax, focus or prepare for sleep. Depending on the effect you want from your meditation, the scent should also be chosen accordingly.

What is meditation?

Meditation is a form of mental training with the aim of gaining better control over one's emotions. Being able to manage your thoughts, become less stressed, have better memory and increased mental clarity. Yes, the benefits of meditation are many. Therefore, the form of training has also been performed for thousands of years.

Using fragrance in meditation

Using fragrance during meditation gives an increased sense of calm and can help you calm down when it's time for your meditation. Different scents have different functions. There are many scents that are perfect for meditation. However, the scents often have different functions and which scent you should choose may depend on what you are aiming for with your meditation. We have listed some of the most common meditation scents in this post.

Lavender 
Lavender is a well-known scent that is often associated with meditation. Its calming effect helps you with sleep difficulties and can reduce anxiety and worry. Lavender calms and both body and mind relax.
We have several scented candles with elements of lavender such as the favorites Selene , Soothing Spa .

Citrus fruit
The scent of citrus fruit has an invigorating and refreshing effect. We all need a pick-me-up sometimes, and then meditation with these scents can really help. 
Agrûmes , Ambience and Cumulus are fragrances we ourselves use on days when we need extra energy.

Cedar
Cedarwood has a woody scent with an undertone of citrus. The scent has a calming effect and helps strengthen your inner focus. The tree has also been shown to have an anti-inflammatory effect on the body. Dètendu has notes of dried cedar that give you calm and focus.

Lemongrass
Lemongrass is a scent that is often associated with calming. The fresh scent has the power to transform a room with its sweet and refreshing citrus scent. The grass has long been used in meditation to clear the mind and give new power and energy. Our Fresh Cut Lemongrass can be used if you choose to try a new place to meditate, why not under the open sky?

Ylang Ylang
Ylang Ylang is a perhaps less well-known scent, but you often find it in perfumes and body products. The flower has for many years been used in meditation and yoga and is significant for its floral, fruity and slightly spicy scent. The scent is empowering and has been shown to reduce depression. Our Solstice is perfect if you need a little extra power.

Sandalwood
The scent could be described as soft, warm and milky. The effects of the tree have been shown to reduce tension and help with sleep problems. The tree has a long history in meditation precisely because of its health benefits. Sandalwood & Pink Peppercorn is developed by us just for needs like these.

Pinetree 
Pine, pine and fir are ideal scents for meditation. The soothing, harmonious scent creates security and is perfect if you need to calm down after a busy day. Our Pine Tree one of our most popular fragrances, and rightly so! The scent settles like a safe, warm blanket over the room.