Essential oils are a special favorite when it comes to fragrances. Not only are their aromas rich and pleasing to the senses, but they also have some therapeutic benefits. There are SO many essential oil fragrances, it can be hard to know where to begin. In this blog, we will take a look at some of the most popular essential oil fragrances around and the reasons these fragrances have stayed popular. I’ll also share our top-pick products from HBNO along the way.
1. Lavender Essential Oil
Often referred to as one of the most beloved fragrances, lavender essential oil is well-loved for a reason. It is part of aromatherapy & wellness routines as it is calming and soothing.
- Why It’s Popular: Lavender is reputed for its power to help you relax and quiet down, so it’s a popular choice for bedtime rituals. The floral scent is universally attractive, and it is universal to use the flower for so many different applications namely in skincare to cleaning houses. Lavender is so versatile that it blends well with other essential oils and also calms them when used alongside oils like chamomile or bergamot.
- How to Use It: Rub 2 or 3 drops on the bottom of your feet or inhale from your hands for a restful night’s sleep, or diffuse in the bedroom to create a relaxing environment. You can also combine it with carrier oil to make a relaxing massage or create your lavender-infused beauty products. For do-it-yourself project fans, lavender can be added to homemade soaps, candles, or bath bombs for a refreshing scent and therapeutic benefits.
Top HBNO Picks:
- HBNO Lavender Fragrance Oil – Find it ideal for adding a calming scent to any space: bedroom, relaxation corner
2. Peppermint Essential Oil
The invigorating aroma of peppermint essential oil refreshes the senses and revitalizes energy levels.
- Why It’s Popular: Due to this oil’s cooling properties, this oil is well known and is often used as a remedy for headaches, sharpening of focus, and increased alertness. Its crisp scent can lift your mood right off the bat. Peppermint oil isn’t just about the scent, it’s also known for having been used to boost overall wellness and makes a popular choice for those who are creating wellness routines.
- How to Use It: Peppermint oil can be applied diluted for headache relief on your temples or applied diffused during work or study sessions to increase concentration. It can also be used as a wonderful addition to DIY beauty products from an invigorating element. You may want to consider peppermint as an addition to your skincare routine – mingle a few drops into your moisturizer for an extra cooling effect, especially during the warmer months.
Top HBNO Picks:
- HBNO Peppermint Essential Oil is a minty fresh oil, full of vitality and clarity with extensive carrier oil applications.
3. Tea Tree Essential Oil
Famous for its antiseptic and antimicrobial properties, tea tree oil is a skincare darling.
- Why It’s Popular: Tea tree oil is known for its power to fight blemishes and skin irritations and has a huge fan base. The scent of it is fresh, and medicinal and smells very clean and pure. Tea tree oil is also added to many haircare products to aid in fighting dandruff and infusing the scalp with health.
- How to Use It: It’s easy to add a drop of tea tree oil to your moisturizer or face wash. Amongst cleaning your home, however, you can also use this in homemade cleaning solutions to disinfect surfaces of your home. While tea tree oil is a natural antibacterial, it can cause skin irritation and when used directly on the face it can burn or scab, so when applied directly to blemishes, tea tree oil should be diluted with a carrier oil to avoid irritation. Also, tea tree oil can be used to add a clean and fresh scent to your laundry.
Top HBNO Picks:
- HBNO Tea Tree Essential Oil – Strengthening and purifying, detoxifying, and invigorating, excellent for use as needed.
- HBNO Tea Tree Fragrance Oil – Makes an excellent freshener for your space in a diffuser or as a spray.
4. Eucalyptus Essential Oil
Eucalyptus essential oil presents itself with a refreshing, and woody scent, often coupled with a clean and strong scent.
- Why It’s Popular: This is a great way to clear the nasal passage and help boost respiratory health, making it just as popular during cold and flu seasons as well. Eucalyptus oil is also known for its mental clarity and focus properties — and for this reason, it has become a favorite of students and professionals.
- How to Use It: In your home diffuse eucalyptus oil to purify the air and to create the feeling of a spa. In steam inhalation to relieve respiratory discomfort, it can also be helpful. For a relaxing bath experience or a relaxing shower, add a few drops of eucalyptus oil to your bathwater or mix it into a body scrub.
Top HBNO Picks:
- Eucalyptus Essential Oil (HBNO) – Fresh and invigorating oil to wipe away the day and refresh your senses.
- HBNO Eucalyptus Fragrance Oil – A fresh uplifting scent in your living space perfect in the colder months.
5. Lemon Essential Oil
You love lemon essential oil for its powerful bright, zesty fragrance that perks up the mood instantly.
- Why It’s Popular: Lemon oil is a refreshing oil that generally has positive and cleansing properties. Natural cleaning solutions that rely on their antibacterial properties and their uplifting scent are widely popular for their ability to make us mentally sharp and motivate us.
- How to Use It: To add a fresh scent and effective disinfecting properties include lemon essential oil in your cleaning products. But it can also be diffused in your kitchen for an invigorating aroma that will help you while cooking. Lemon oil can be added to homemade candles, soaps, and lotions for those who enjoy DIY projects, and it also has a happy smell for your daily routine.
Top HBNO Picks:
- HBNO Lemon Essential Oil – Bring an uplifting burst of sunshine to absolutely any space.
- HBNO Lemon Fragrance Oil – Excellent for scented personal care products and giving your daily life a little citrus kick.
Conclusion
With the world of essential oils so diverse, all of the smells can fill your area. Most of the most popular essential oil fragrances of all time – from lavender to cedarwood – are well appreciated for their particular scents and their therapy benefits. The oils add well-being to your daily life and your environment.
If you are looking for essential oils to make your own aromatic experiences, then it’s worth looking into the offerings from HBNO, where you can find a range of essential oils to explore these beloved scents that have been known to leave many scent seekers searching for more. Essential oils are your secret weapon for creating just the right mood in your home or for maintaining your personal care routine; whether you need relaxation, invigoration, or even a little luxury. Time to dive in and explore the aromatic world of essential oils, to help know their admirable fragrances in your life!
