Since the olfactory nerves (the nerves in the nose) are directly connected to the limbic system ofthe brain, their stimulation by the aroma of essential oils causes immediate, although perhapssubconscious, physical and emotional responses.
The limbic system of the brain not only controls our drives of hunger, thirst, and sex, but moresubtle responses of emotion, memory, creativity, and intuition as well as reproductive cycles .Olfactory membranes contain millions of nerve endings causing the sense of smell to be the mostacute of all senses.
Inhaling oils triggers a chain of internal reactions with a wide range of results from the release ofendorphins (powerful mood elevating substances) to boosting the immune system. Within thelimbic system resides the regulatory mechanism of our highly sensitive inner life, the core of ourbeing. Here is the origin of our sexuality, the impulse of attraction and aversion, motivation andour moods, our memory, and creativity.
Smells work in the limbic system to release neurotransmitters. Encephaline reduces pain, producespleasant, euphoric sensations, and creates a feeling of well-being. Endorphins also reduce pain,stimulate sexual feelings, and produce a sense of well-being. Serotonin helps relax and calm. PEA(phenylethylamine) the chemical believed to be responsible for the ?rush? felt when falling in loveis found in both rose water and chocolate.
The pituitary, also known as the master gland of the endocrine system, is responsible forcontrolling hormone production of other glands. There is an association between an underactivepituitary gland and a decreased interest in sex. Essential oils have the ability to stimulate thepituitary gland. Oils that stimulate the pituitary and, therefore, are considered an aphrodisiac areclary sage, jasmine, patchouli, and ylang ylang.
Aphrodisiacs are substances that are capable of enhancing sexual pleasure or sexual desire.Certain essential oils can be considered aphrodisiacs since they have the potential to affect thecirculatory, hormonal, and the nervous systems. The best aphrodisiac will make use of the brain,since this is where the sexual center is located.
A blend of the erogenous, stimulating or calming, and euphoric essential oils would make a well-rounded aphrodisiac synergy. Jasmine is the most sought after fragrance in the perfume industrybecause it has a very erogenous effect on humans. Other oils that have been considered as havingaphrodisiac properties are clary sage, black pepper, ginger, fennel, frankincense, geranium,hyssop, juniper, myrrh, patchouli, pine, rose, rosemary, sandalwood, and ylang ylang.
Our erotic life is much influenced by odor. Pheromones, hormone-like substances in one?spersonal odor, influence partner choice in humans as well as in animals. Since many essential oilscontain pheromones, they affect our sensuality.
Personal attraction and aversion are always influenced by odor. Without the ability to smell therewould be little attraction. We may be attracted or repulsed by people we meet while beingcompletely unaware that this is partially because of the way they smell to us in a subconsciousway. A scent can be bonding or used in identification in both people or animals. Did you ever seea Black Angus cow pick out her calf among a hundred little black calves? As many as 25% ofthe people who experience smell disorders also lose interest in sex. Therefore, keeping yoursinuses healthy could be the hidden key in creating a healthy sex life.
Fragrances can bewitch the most sober people. With a few essential oils you can create your ownvery personal, natural perfume that may not only improve your health, but attract that specialperson. To create a special perfume use jojoba which is a nondrying skin-care oil that allows afragrance to linger longer. Fill a small bottle nearly to the top with jojoba oil, and add the essentialoil of your choice (15 to 20 drops).
Use the natural gifts supplied by nature for their sensual and seductive proprieties. Create yourown love potions that stimulate your senses and enhance a romantic atmosphere. Whether you useessential oils in a loving massage or in a diffuser to project their fragrant invitation to love andromance, they are a most enjoyable way to increase your sexual energies and arouse your mostintimate feelings. To boost libido try 2 drops black pepper, 3 drops ginger and 2 dropssandalwood in your diffuser. For sexual dysfunction put in the diffuser 4 drops rose and 3 dropsylang ylang. For a fantastic massage, increase the number of drops of essential oil and add to 4tsp. of a mix of sweet almond and grapeseed oil. Experiment and enjoy!
You can visit Peggy Carey, ?The Zest Lady? at www.a-1essentialoils.com for a FREE EssentialOil User?s Guide or if you would like more information about the oils recommended e-mailpeggycarey@pngusa.net.
