The Highlight Issue 14 'Feel Fantastic Summer'

HOME FRAGRANCE and fragrance is very personal. If you have positive memories from a smell, then it will naturally provide you with some comfort.” Even new-found fragrances have the potential to evoke strong emotions, Elizabeth states: “With no memory or experience of an aroma, it can still cause an emotional response – a positive reaction to a fragrance has a better chance of a positive effect on the mind.” “Essential oils, which come from plants like rose and lavender, each have a chemical profile which can cause different psychophysiological effects.” So, how can we harness the power of aromatherapy in our daily routines? Elizabeth shares her top tips for unwinding at home: 1 2 3 “Lighting a candle helps you to unwind as it improves your environment, but also the ingredients of the candle help you relax.” NEOM ORGANICS Perfect Night’s Sleep Scented Candle 185g / £37 “Aromatherapy is particularly effective for issues like underlying stress, which can contribute to poor sleep.” AROMATHERAPY ASSOCIATES Deep Relax Sleep Mist 50ml / £32 “There are certain oils which are particularly beneficial for providing clarity of mind and feelings of happiness, such as peppermint.” ESPA Energising Diffuser 200ml / £48