Natural Handmade Soaps are a great way to not only cleanse you body, but to also lift your mood. Many of these soaps include ingredients like herbs and flowers that can calm, sooth, or even energize when used. This reaction to scent, known as aromatherapy, is just one more way to indulge in an every day experience. Here are some of the most popular ingredients used in aromatherapy and what they mean for you. Enjoy!

Basil – Can uplift and refresh. It’s spicy and sweet scent is also known to relieve headaches.

Tea Trea Oil- Known for its antibacterial and antifungal properties, this strikingly scented oil is ideal for clearing up problem skin and boosting the immune system.

Citrus – Orange, lemon, or lime scents are great for energizing! These fresh scents are great for starting off your morning routine.

Chamomile- Great for relieving anxiety and for aiding in sleep. This calming scent is relaxing and is ideal for using before bed.

Lavender- Rich and soothing, this popular scent is great for incorporating into your bedroom. Extremely calming when used on the body.

Jasmine – A scent of seduction, this flower is popular in perfumes and soaps. When combined with ylang-ylang, rose, or sandalwood, jasmine becomes a powerful aphrodisiac.

Peppermint – Soothes and calms while relieving headaches.