When the Holiday season is approaching and all is merry and bright, you often turn to Aromatherapy to add to that ambiance. Bringing scent in with the joyous sights and sounds of the Holidays is only natural. Here are some ideal Essential Oils to enhance your home as you celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanzaa this year.

Peppermint Essential Oil

The smell of Candy Canes, mint ice cream, and peppermint bark, this fresh and minty oil is unmistakably paired with this Holidays. An amazing benefit of this is that Peppermint Essential Oil is as peppy as its scent, providing a boost of energy when you need it.

Peppermint is also a wonderful anti-inflammatory. This means that it may be helpful for reducing pain caused by headaches, tight muscles, and upset stomachs. It’s menthol component also helps to open congested airways.

Cinnamon Essential Oil

You cannot deny that this spicy and sweet oil is linked to the Holidays. Used as an ingredient in many favorite treats, Cinnamon provides a cozy sense of warmth and comfort. 

Additionally, Cinnamon can encourage a physical feeling of warmth as well. Adding a drop to a Winter massage may help to heat the skin as well as the soul.

Vanilla

The rich, enveloping aroma of Vanilla is like no other. Sweet, soft and warm, this scent is like a big hug when you need it most. A wonderful oil to round out any blend, Vanilla is amazing for reducing nervous tension and easing stress.

Vanilla can also be used as an aphrodisiac. Because the smell is so appealing, it makes a perfect addition to your special occasion natural perfume.

Pine Essential Oil

Need we mention that the scent of Pine is almost synonymous with Christmas? Hello, it’s your Holiday tree knocking… this fresh and bright Essential Oil is energizing and uplifting.

Plus, if you are the one that always seems to catch that cold around the Holidays, Pine oil will aid in clearing congestion and opening your respiratory tract.

Ginger Essential Oil

Similarly to Cinnamon, Ginger is often used in pies and cookies, and is reminiscent of family time in the kitchen. This Essential Oil helps to create a pleasant and secure emotional state of being.

As for physical benefits, we love that Ginger is incredible for digestion. If Thanksgiving indulgences have pushed your tummy to the limit, apply Ginger with a carrier oil to the stomach and massage in a circular motion to help relieve nausea and indigestion.

Frankincense Sacra Essential Oil

We know that this precious Essential Oil has very close ties with Christianity as it is mentioned 22 times in the Bible. One of the Gifts of the Magi offered to baby Jesus, Frankincense is a spiritual oil that can encourage enlightenment and grounding during the Holidays.

Frankincense Sacra contains more Alpha Pinene than the other Frank oils, making it beneficial to boost your immune system and reduce inflammation during the Winter season.

 Myrrh Essential Oil

If Frankincense is remembered as a gift for Jesus, we must mention Myrrh as well. This mellow and basey Essential Oil was traditionally used as an anointing oil. We love that it helps to promote balance and emotional well-being.

Physically, Myrrh Essential Oil is helpful for many skin applications. Cold winter air may be drying out your skin and nails, so we suggest mixing Myrrh with a carrier oil and applying to trouble spots as needed.

Wintergreen Essential Oil

It might be obvious as winter is actually in its name, but Wintergreen Essential Oil is so wonderful for the Holidays because it is incredibly uplifting and refreshing. When feeling tired or down, the strong minty scent can be enough to stimulate your mind and body.

In addition, when your shoulders or muscles are feeling tight due to Holiday stress, Wintergreen can be the perfect aid for releasing the tension. Try it in a soothing massage.

Clove Essential Oil

Another spicy scent that is often associated with baking or cooking around the Holidays is Clove. Used in your traditional Christmas or Hanukkah menu, this scent brings a warming and energizing feeling to your body and soul.

Clove also has great antiviral and antifungal powers, making it ideal for cleaning before or after hosting your family during the Holidays. We recommend adding a few drops (along with lemon or orange if you desire) to your natural cleaning products.

White Fir Essential Oil

Depending on what kind of Christmas tree you purchase, White Fir may actually be the scent that fills your home this winter. The Essential Oil is so crisp and clean, it is perfect for helping you to feel positive and strong this season.

White Fir also offers outstanding cleansing properties. Use this Essential Oil to freshen up your space and kill germs to boot.

Patchouli Essential Oil

Peace! Yes, there is a reason Patchouli is synonymous with the late 1960’s… it is the oil of peace. Smelling this scent can ease anger and inspire harmony as well as an open mind. Who wouldn’t want that during family time at the Holidays?

Patchouli is also an ideal addition to your skin care routine. Rich in antioxidants, regular use can promote a youthful complexion. 

Sweet Orange Essential Oil

“Happy, happy, joy, joy!”  That is how Sweet Orange can make you feel. This scent is great for all ages and almost all blends. We love that versatile Orange can be a perfect balance for any spicy Essential Oil, and it is balancing for your mood as well.

Sweet Orange also makes a wonderful addition to your digestive blends. Mix a few drops with Ginger or Mint and a carrier oil to help process large meals during the Holidays.

Nutmeg Essential Oil

Another culinary oil that also helps to ease digestion is Nutmeg Essential Oil. The warm and woody scent of Nutmeg is softer than most spice oils, so it makes a good swap if you are not a big fan of Ginger.

Emotionally, Nutmeg can provide a sense of motivation and energy which can be really helpful during the winter months.

Rosemary Essential Oil

The scent of Rosemary is another one that you may find in your Holiday cooking, but we treasure it for its ability to boost memory and concentration. This camphorous and herbal Essential Oil is stimulating and could help keep you alert during the long celebratory nights.

When looking for a respiratory aid, consider Rosemary for your blend. This oil is an expectorant and decongestant.

Black Spruce Essential Oil

Crisp and fresh, this forest-like scent may remind you of frolicking through the bare winter woods. Just as those trees help to open your lungs and improve breathing, Black Spruce can aid in respiratory support as well.

Black Spruce oil is also a wonderful anti-inflammatory. Use this oil mixed with a natural lotion on sore and achy muscles.