Evenings are a chance to slow day and prepare for that much coveted restorative sleep. But let’s face it – after a busy day, switching off isn’t always that easy. That’s where fragrance can step in.

Just like how energising fragrances can kick start your morning routine, calming scents can help ease you into that much needed relaxation mode.

Why fragrance helps you to relax

Fragrance has a direct impact on how you feel. That’s all thanks to the limbic system – the part of the brain linked to your emotions and memories. Inhaling a calming scent sends signals though your olfactory nerves straight to the emotional centre, triggering feelings of comfort and peace.

You can actually train your brain to associate these aromas with rest and help you to prepare your mind and body for a calmer night’s sleep, naturally.

Best scents to unwind to:

  • Lavender: the classic! One of the most well-loved relaxing scents, its soft, floral aroma is linked to reduced stress and anxiety. Perfect for bedtime!
  • Chamomile: often used in teas, chamomile also works beautifully as a fragrance. It’s sweet and herbal, helping to ease tension at the end of a hectic day.
  • Sandalwood: creamy, woody and grounding, sandalwood helps to quiet the mind and evoke a sense of stillness. Curl up with a good book or take some time to meditate along with this soothing scent.
  • Vanilla: cozy and comforting, it’s like a warm hug with a calming, sedative effect to reduce stress and anxiety. It’s so delicious too!
  • Jasmine: a delicate and exotic aroma, it’s calming yet uplifting. The aroma also affects GABA, a chemical that calms nerves, and has been shown to reduce cortisol levels.
  • Ylang Ylang: tropical and floral, Ylang Ylang is equally relaxing and balancing. Linalool is a prominent compound Ylang Ylang and is known for its calming and soothing properties.

 Here’s our favourite fragrance products for evening relaxation…

Corrine Taylor Calm Room, Pillow & Linen Mist

Corrine Taylor Calm Room, Pillow & Linen Mist

The Nue Co Water Therapy

The Nue Co Water Therapy

NEOM Cosy Nights 1 Wick Candle

NEOM Cosy Nights 1 Wick Candle

Wildflower Botanicals Aromatherapy Wax Melts – Tranquillity

Wildflower Botanicals Aromatherapy Wax Melts – Tranquillity

Feather and Down Sweet Dreams Pillow Spray

Feather & Down Pillow Spray

Urban Apothecary Lavender Dream Diffuser

Urban Apothecary Lavender Dream Diffuser

Temple of Incense Bombay Blues Incense Sticks

Temple of Incense Bombay Blues Incense Sticks

Aromatherapy Associates Deep Relax Pure Essential Oil Blend

Aromatherapy Associates Deep Relax Pure Essential Oil Blend

Evolve Beauty Zen Whisper Pulse Point Roll-On

Evenings are an invitation to gift yourself a moment of calm. By including fragrance in your evening routine, you’ll be creating an atmosphere that supports rest, balance and a relaxed mind.

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