#3 A Commitment to Aroma: How Essential Oils Affect Mind and Body

We are more influenced by "scent" in our daily lives than we realize.

It has been reported that there is an innate difference between men and women in the number of olfactory cells that detect odors, with women having approximately 1.5 times more olfactory cells than men.

When you're feeling down, smelling a favorite scent can make you feel a little more positive,

or calm you down on a sleepless night.

This isn't just "all in your head" - it's because scents directly act on the brain.

 

What exactly are essential oils?

Essential oil is an oil that contains a highly concentrated natural fragrance component extracted from plants such as flowers, leaves, fruit peels, bark, and roots.

Essential oils possess antibacterial, antiviral, insect repellent, and deodorizing properties that plants use to protect themselves from enemies, making them oils in which the "power of plants" is truly condensed.

Only those that are 100% natural purity are called essential oils, and they are precious essences that can only be extracted in small amounts from the raw plant material.

"Aromatherapy," a term you often hear, refers to a natural therapy that uses the scent and components of essential oils extracted from plants to balance the mind and body.

As such, essential oils not only produce characteristic fragrances but also exert various effects on our mind, body, and even the environment.

The relationship between scent and the brain

While essential oils themselves are not like medicines that "directly cure" ailments, as they are not pharmaceuticals, they are considered effective in supporting the balance of mind and body.

Furthermore, scent information is said to instantly reach the "limbic system," a region deeply connected to emotions, memories, the autonomic nervous system, and hormone secretion, through the sense of smell.

That is why scent has a great power to support the rhythm of our mood and physical condition.

The self-care candles used by ESSU feature

only "essential oils", not synthetic fragrances.

Below, we introduce the main scents used in ESSU.

 

Essential oils chosen by ESSU and their functions

 

Bergamot:
Relieves anxiety and tension, balancing the mind.

Clary Sage:
Induces deep relaxation and provides a sense of security.

Ho Wood:
Relieves anxiety and fatigue caused by stress.

Sweet Orange:
Promotes feelings of happiness and brightens the mood.

Peppermint:
For a change of pace or to wake up. Clears the mind.

Patchouli:
Soothes anxiety and calms the mind.

Eucalyptus:
Deepens breathing and refreshes the spirit.

Rosemary:
Enhances memory and concentration, supporting work efficiency.

Hinoki:
A deep relaxing effect, like a forest bath.


Each essential oil has different effects, but ESSU is particular about their "combinations," aiming for blends that are attuned to the rhythm of emotions and physical condition.

 

Our dedication to scent enhances your daily life

 

ESSU's self-care candles are not just about "smelling good."

By lighting a candle for just a few minutes in your busy daily life, your breathing deepens, and your mind feels a little lighter.

May the accumulation of these moments gently support your entire life.

May it be an opportunity to create a moment for yourself, even for a short time, as one of your daily self-care routines.

ESSU infuses dedication into every drop of scent, accompanying you in your daily life.