Everybody can benefit from a mid-day mental reset! If you’re not keen on coffee or want to reduce your intake but still feel alive and ready to go after a break at work, try yoga. If you would normally work in an office and have taken up residence in your...
Another question we get frequently asked here at Scentered is ‘is it safe to breathe in essential oils?’. The answer is yes it is safe, but even more than that, breathing in essential oils can be good for you. Inhaling essential oils isn’t just pleasant because of their gorgeous scents...
Inside your brain is your limbic system, a structure made up of different parts of your brain that spans both hemispheres. When you inhale essential oils you are absorbing them into your bloodstream which means they are carried to your brain, specifically your limbic system. It is here that they...
What does Reiki do? Reiki and aromatherapy essential oils complement each other in so many ways. The whole purpose of Reiki is to bring the body back into balance. The body has 7 chakras, these are the body’s energy centres, think of them as spinning vortexes, the body’s very own...
Do stress relief candles work? Yes they absolutely do. Using a stress relief candle is one of the most effortless, natural and effective ways to feel instantly calmer. What is a stress relief candle? A stress relief candle is not simply a candle that has a lovely scent. An effective...
Why do I get worked up when I am stressed? Have you ever been in a situation that makes you react without even thinking? This is your fight or flight response kicking in. Deep inside your limbic system, your amygdala receives stress hormone signals from your adrenal glands. These glands...
What is Clary Sage? Native to the Mediterranean Basin, Clary Sage is a flowering herb that thrives in high temperatures. Clary Sage is also known as Salvia sclarea, or goes by the name of “eye bright” or “clear eye” thanks to its traditional use in treatments for eye health. However,...
Did you know that domestic abuse has surged in the UK during the Covid-19 pandemic? MAY 2020, UK – With a surge in demand for the National Domestic Abuse Helpline during lockdown. mindfulness lifestyle brand Scentered® have partnered with Refuge, who run this Helpline and are a charity providing...
