“Instinct is the nose of the mind.” —Delphine de Girardin

Sense About Scents

Neuro-associative conditioning is a process by which you purposefully link a scent with an emotional state. The hippocampus, part of a network called the limbic system and one of the most studied parts of the brain, is associated with the processes of feelings and reacting. The hippocampus is where short-term memories turn into long-term memories. Our sense of smell invokes a range of emotions that ties us to yesterday’s past or to our present situation in either clear or very subtle ways.

BERGAMOT

Distinctive, sweet citrus, warm spicy floral scent.

BLOOD ORANGE

Warm, fresh and tangy citrus scent.

CEDARWOOD

Delicately sweet and warm woody scent.

CHAMOMILE

Fresh and soothing floral scent.

CINNAMON

Warm, sweet and spicy scent.

FRANKINCENSE

Warm, spicy and woody scent with a hint of citrus.

GERANIUM

Soft rosy floral scent.

GINGER

Warm, spicy, woody scent with a hint of lemon and pepper.

GRAPEFRUIT

Fresh, sweet and citrus scent.

LAVENDER

Rich floral, sweet, fruity scent with a hint of citrus.

LEMON

Refreshing and bright citrus scent.

LEMONGRASS

Earthy and light citrus scent.

NEROLI

Sweet and heady floral scent.

PEPPERMINT

Refreshing menthol scent.

ROSE

Classic floral aroma.

ROSEMARY

Warm woody herbal scent.

SAGE

Strong musty herbal scent.

SANDALWOOD

Rich, warm and woody scent.

TEA TREE

Refreshing and slightly sweet menthol scent.

VANILLA

Rich sweet scent.

YLANG YLANG

Potent, sweet, exotic floral scent.