Lately I'm struggling a lot to get some sleep. I don´t know if it´s the heat or the light of these Summer evenings or just that I´m burnout and I need some days off.
When I don´t rest properly I become a horrible person, very negative and in a bad mood. The remedy, not magic but helpful, is aromatherapy and aromachology. This last science, also known as the psychology of aromas is very interesting. Through scent, we can directly reach the limbic system of the brain where memory, basic instincts and smell are located. Scents can affect our autonomic nervous system in actions like breathing, heart beating...
Lavender scent is known for its calming properties of reducing stress and anxiety. Trust me, I was very skeptical, but I have experienced that active scents of essential oils help me, in a very subconscious way, to find a balance and forget about the daily stress that we create by having this modern urban lifestyle.
These are some products that make me feel relaxed and set the perfect mood for a good night of sleep.
Lush Sleepy Body Lotion
I love this lotion to wind down because it has the dreamiest scent, really! It´s very sweet and malty, a great combination of lavender, tonka absolute, ylang ylang oil and oatmeal infusion. This incredible cream will wrap you in a heavenly peaceful mood before going to bed. Suitable for all skin types, specially normal to dry.
Dr Bronner's 18-in-one Hemp Lavender Castile Soap
This natural soap is very versatile. It is supposed to be multipurpose for your hair, body, face, but also an organic pet, dish and laundry washer. I honestly think that in my case, it is only suitable for my body as the other parts are very dry and need more specific products. The formula is just great, because it's very concentrated and last ages. You can use just a few drops on a sponge or dilute it. Made with organic and certified fair trade ingredients it doesn't contain synthetic preservatives, detergents or foaming agents. It has essential oils of lavender and lavandin, a very pleasant scent for a bath or shower in the evening. After a long day, this soothing natural soap is just the only think that I want to use to let go and spend a calming night.
Dr Bronner's Lavender and Coconut Organic Hand and Body Lotion
This lotion has a fantastic scent, the blend of coconut and lavender is wonderful. It absorbs very very quickly without any greasy finish on the body. I love this one, because I'm very lazy to apply moisturizers on my body, I don't have the patience after the shower to wait until I can get dressed. This calming body lotion makes this tedious, but necessary step much more easy.
L'Occitane Relaxing Pillow Mist
I can't live without this! Before going to bed I spray it on my pillow, on me and even all over the entire bedroom. This 100% natural scent contains essential oils of lavender, bergamot, mandarin, sweet orange and geranium. This mist will help you to relax creating the perfect atmosphere to sleep.
Sephora Lavender Foot Mask
I love a good mask and I can not lie! My feet are a total mess, they suffer a lot and I don't take as much care of them as I should. This mask is a genius idea, two socks soaked in a nourishing formula to repair one of the driest parts of my body. The best ally for cracked and tired feet that need an extra comfort.
No comments
Post a Comment