7 Essential Oils For The Stressed-Out Bride

Does your favourite perfume put you in the mood to party, be a super-achiever at work or to just go out and conquer the world with just a spritz? Well then, you can use the same process to bid adieu to your stress levels too...especially if you are a very worried and stressed-out bride!

'Using the right fragrance is very important for a bride and it is best to use natural fragrance of essential oils for your bridal perfumery instead of synthetic perfumes, as the natural fragrances last longer and would constantly remind you of your wedding day whenever you smell them,' says Dr Blossom Kochhar, chairperson and founder, Blossom Kochhar Group of Companies.

 So, here are her picks of essential oils you can include in your regime and how exactly to use them to feel fabulous.

Jasmine

Jasmine essential oil is popular floral aromatic oil, which provides a sudden whiff of freshness and peaceful thoughts. It helps in easing anxiety, depression and nervous chills. Jasmine is a strong aphrodisiac and is extremely helpful in building confidence and enhancing skin elasticity.

How to use

Massage: Jasmine essential oil can be used for massages. Mix 2-3 drops of the essential oil into a carrier oil and blend it well.

Diffuser: Use 4-5 drops of Jasmine essential oil in a diffuser bowl filled with three-quarters of water. Essential oils should never be burnt directly as the chemical structure can get changed with an incinerator.

Baths: Add 4-5 drops of Jasmine essential oil to your bathtub or 3-4 drops to your bucket and swish the water gently to mix the oil well. If you have dry skin, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil along with the essential oil.

Lavender

Also known as “Universal Oil”, the Lavender essential oil has multiple qualities, which soothes nerves, eases pains and fights palpitation. It regulates high blood pressure and counteracts stress and relieves fatigue and depression which the new age brides tend to get easily. It helps heals burns, insect bites, helps falling hair, eczema and acne.

How to use

Massage: Lavender essential oil can be used for massages. Mix 2-3 drops of the essential oil into a carrier oil and blend it well.

Baths: Add 4-5 drops of Lavender essential oil to your bathtub or 3-4 drops to your bucket and swish the water gently to mix the oil well. If you have dry skin, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil along with the essential oil.

Diffuser: Use 4-5 drops of Lavender essential oil in a diffuser bowl filled with three-quarters of water. Essential oils should never be burnt directly as the chemical structure can get changed with an incinerator.

Neroli

Neroli essential oil is extracted from orange blossom petals. It helps in relieving insomnia and anxiety and is a very gentle, subtle aphrodisiac. It calms palpitation and uplifts the mood. Neroli also acts a very good skin rejuvenator making it an excellent recommendation for brides-to-be.

How to use

Massage: Neroli essential oil can be used for massages. Mix 2-3 drops of the essential oil into a carrier oil and blend it well.

Baths: Add 4-5 drops of Neroli essential oil to your bathtub or 3-4 drops to your bucket and swish the water gently to mix the oil well. If you have dry skin, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil along with the essential oil.

Diffuser: Use 4-5 drops of Neroli essential oil in a diffuser bowl filled with three-quarters of water. Essential oils should never be burnt directly as the chemical structure can get changed with an incinerator.

Orange

Orange essential oil is produced mainly in Spain, Israel, the United States and India. This helps in refreshing our mood and infusing happiness. This essential oil eases depression, insomnia and anxiety. It helps in curing digestive disorders and prevents travel sickness. The benefits include reinforcement of natural immunity, helpful in the treatment of fever and eases constipation. It also prevents wrinkles and dermatitis.

How to use

Massage: Orange essential can be used for massages. Mix 2-3 drops of the essential oil into a carrier oil and blend it well.

Baths: Add 4-5 drops of Orange essential oil to your bathtub or 3-4 drops to your bucket and swish the water gently to mix the oil well. If you have dry skin, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil along with the essential oil.

Diffuser: Use 4-5 drops of Orange essential oil in a diffuser bowl filled with three-quarters of water. Essential oils should never be burnt directly as the chemical structure can get changed with an incinerator.

Rose

One of the most expensive essential oils, Rose is considered to be the ‘Queen of Flowers’. It is also known as a traditional symbol of Love. It is considered to be a very good astringent. It also helps in treating anxiety, mental fatigue and premenstrual tension. Rose essential oil helps in rejuvenating tired muscles. With its beautiful fragrance, one can use Rose essential oil as a perfume. It also tones up the entire system, has aphrodisiac properties and cures eczema, thread veins and acne.

How to use

Massage: Rose essential oil can be used for massages. Mix 2-3 drops of the essential oil into a carrier oil and hair oil. Blend it well.

Baths: Add 4-5 drops of Rose essential oil to your bathtub or 3-4 drops to a bucket and swish the water gently to mix the oil well. If you have dry skin, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil along with the essential oil.

Diffuser: Use 4-5 drops of Rose essential oil in a diffuser bowl filled with three-quarters of water.

Sandalwood

Sandalwood essential oil is produced in India, Indonesia and China. It is famous for its use in ceremonial occasions. The sandalwood has amazing natural qualities, which help in moisturizing and purifying the skin. Sandalwood also acts as a strong antiseptic. It calms depression, nervous tension, redness and inflammation. Sandalwood essential oil can be used as a perfume or as a deodorizer.

How to use

Massage: Sandalwood essential oil can be used for massages. Mix 2-3 drops of the essential oil into a carrier oil and blend it well.

Baths: Add 4-5 drops of Sandalwood essential oil to your bathtub or 3-4 drops to a bucket and swish the water gently to mix the oil well. If you have dry skin, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil along with the essential oil.

Diffuser: Use 4-5 drops of Sandalwood essential oil in a diffuser bowl filled with three-quarters of water. Essential oils should never be burnt directly as the chemical structure can get changed with an incinerator.

Ylang-ylang

Ylang ylang essential oil is known as ‘flower of flowers’ and is a very powerful aphrodisiac. It helps in pepping up older people as it eases high BP, nervous tensions and palpitation. Ylang-ylang also helps in rejuvenating skin and hair.  It acts as a hair perfume adds shine to dull dry hair.

How to use

Massage: Ylang ylang essential can be used for massages. Mix 2-3 drops of the essential oil into hair oil or carrier oil and blend it well.

Baths: Add 4-5 drops of Ylang ylang essential oil to your bathtub or 3-4 drops to a bucket and swish the water gently to mix the oil well. If you have dry skin, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil along with the essential oil.

Diffuser: Use 4-5 drops of Ylang ylang essential oil in a diffuser bowl filled with three-quarters of water. Essential oils should never be burnt directly as the chemical structure can get changed with an incinerator.