Tuesday, October 2, 2012

The Science of Scent II


by Shannon McKenzie

Although scents have highly personal associations, there are some generalizations we can make about scents that work for everyone. The following chart shows some scents and their psychological effects. Using these scents in conjunction with other stimulus can help us properly use our brain and achieve better results.

Reduce frustration, anxiety, fatigue - Peppermint, Cinnamon, Lavender

Refreshing - Peppermint, Rosemary, Juniper Berry, Lemon

Stimulating - Ginger, Spearmint, Lemongrass, Lemon Verbena, Cinnamon Leaf, Clove, Vanilla

Calming - Rosewood, Sandalwood

Energizing - Grapefruit, Orange, Lemon, Lime, Green Tea, Cinnamon, Marines/Aquatics

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