Among the many plant extracts that can be used as ingredients in cosmetic formulations, essential oils bring a host of benefits, the combination of which is unique. What other type of ingredient can give you both cosmeceutical and psychological benefits, while also...
by Jonathan Benavides Note: The following is an excerpt of course notes for Practical AromaPsychology. Jonathan Benavides passed away in May 2025. In a person-centered therapy framework, which emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and the client's...
Some time ago a research paper that looked at the brains of perfumers caught my curiosity. I knew that smelling essential oils could have a profound impact on our psychological wellbeing, and I wanted to see if there are actual, physiological changes that happen in...
This article was originally submitted as part of Jenna Puumalainen's final project for the Diploma in Aromatic Science at the Tisserand Institute. It is very common to feel anxiety in certain situations, like before a dental appointment or surgery. The Cambridge...
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