Written by Cristina Proano-Carrion Thursday, 14 January 2010 19:22

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, the evocative properties of essential oils have been used for many years to enhance love and romance...

History of Aromatherapy and Romance

For thousands of years, people have used scents and aromas for love and sensuality. In ancient Egypt and Rome, bathing with essential oils was part of the ritual of preparation for lovemaking. Cleopatra, one of the most renowned lovers of all time, is reputed to have scented the sails of her royal barge with rose water to seduce Mark Antony as she sailed to meet him. Today, the perfume industry is a multibillion- dollar business based on the notion that fragrance makes us more attractive to each other. Nature's essential oils have been used to heal the body, enhance life, evoke memories and seduce.

How Essential Oils Work
The aromatic molecules are inhaled and carried to the olfactory membrane, the place from which millions of nerve endings send signals to the brain. The scents are analyzed in different centers of the brain for memories and emotional and sexual responses. There's a logical explanation for scent's powerful effect on romance: there are studies that show that essential oils can act directly on the limbic system of the brain, the center of our emotions, memories and sexual behavior.

Essential oils can affect your mood, emotional fulfillment and desires. The use of essential oils can help enhance self-confidence, radiate vibrancy, and increase sensitivity. Some essential oils can be stimulants, others aphrodisiacs, others euphoric or sedative. Their scents stimulate the mood and psyche creating erotic sensations and awakening desire.

Setting the stage for romance:

• Romantic Ambiance: Preparing your space carefully can help ensure a peaceful and romantic evening or afternoon, one that is certain not to be forgotten for some time to come. Fill essential oil burner with water and add up to 10 drops of Romance Essential Oil.
• Romantic Bath: A soothing bath is the perfect prelude to your date. Fill bath with warm water, add 1/4 cup of Romance Bath Salts and bathe by candlelight.
• Romantic Massage: Massage is a gift of intimacy that will help to enhance communication, love and care. It's the perfect time to listen carefully to the needs and wishes of your partner. Apply small amounts of Romance Body Oil to the areas of the body you want to work, and enjoy.

Aromandina has created  a custom Valentine’s Romance Gift Set that are sure to help you set the stage for romance!

Romantic Interlude Package Includes:

• 1 Romance Essential Oil
• 1 Romance Body Oil (4.4 oz)
• 1 Romance Bath Salts (16 oz)