It is important to be able to maintain concentration for a long time while studying. Preparing for an exam, writing a thesis, doing homework or working on a project is stressful and mentally tiring. Different methods can be used to maintain concentration despite all the tiredness and intensity. Essential oils, which have become an indispensable part of human life with their benefits for hundreds of years, can be used in times that require high concentration, such as studying, with their effects such as increasing focus, opening the mind and refreshing energy.
When you feel tired or mentally distracted, you can benefit from the benefits of strong and natural aromas. Although the idea of opening the mind using essential oils may at first glance raise questions, aromatic oils, which have many medical benefits, are also quite effective in opening the mind. If you are looking for answers to questions such as which oil opens the mind?, which oil is used while studying?, which essential oil should be added to the daily routine when studying? You are in the right place. Let's discover the valuable effects of essential oils on our minds together.
Which Essential Oils Are Mind-Calming?
Essential oils help you focus, increase motivation and give you energy. The effects of different essential oils or essential oil blends on people are also different. Before detailing the answers to the question of which oil opens your mind, let's not forget to mention the points to consider when choosing the right oil and purchasing a product. The truth is that not all essential oils on the market are the same, and the quality of the oil has a significant impact on its potential benefits. High-quality essential oils are obtained 100% pure and natural from plants grown and harvested under optimum conditions, while attention is also paid to the timing and method of extraction. The best quality essential oil is obtained from plants grown in their natural environment and therefore adapted to the local climate, soil conditions and other environmental factors. With Mana Botanicals, you can always access the essential oils of the right plants, obtained with the most effective and correct methods, and special formulations prepared with these oils.
Now let's take a quick introduction to the world of essential oils, which stand out with their mind-opening effects.
Rosemary Oil
The scent of rosemary is known to strengthen memory. A study found that adults in a room where the scent of rosemary was dominant performed better on memory-focused tasks. Another study conducted in 2012 showed that the stimulating effects of rosemary oil not only had positive effects on mood, but also positively affected brain wave activity and the autonomic nervous system. Known to be highly effective in terms of both focus and memory, rosemary oil also helps the mind to be clearer.
Zen Scents Roll On, which contains rosemary, bergamot which increases energy, motivation and helps the mind to be clearer, vetiver and clary sage oils which provide relaxation and eliminate negative energy, is with you in the most difficult tasks. Since the oils in the roll on content are diluted with safflower oil in an ideal ratio, it can be easily applied to the skin. Safflower oil, which is rich in vitamin E and non-comedogenic, is a natural moisturizer that does not cause acne and pimples.
Peppermint Oil
A study conducted on peppermint oil, which helps maintain mental clarity with its refreshing scent, has shown that this oil is also beneficial in preventing fatigue. A study conducted in the 90s on peppermint oil, which strengthens memory, increases concentration and helps think more clearly, found that those who smelled peppermint oil performed better in tasks that required long-term concentration. [1]
Peppermint oil has a very strong smell and this smell helps people stay awake and also activates the mind. Peppermint oil is also very effective in combating headaches, if you have a headache due to studying for a long time, peppermint oil can be applied to the temples. You can use Mana Botanicals Peppermint Essential Oil 100% Pure and Natural 10 ml via a censer, drop it on the bathroom floor to experience a steam bath, or mix it with fixed oils such as pomegranate seed oil, grape seed oil and apply it to the temples.
Lavender Oil
Lavender oil, known for its relaxing effect and added to routines for a quality sleep, also strengthens focus. Thanks to its relaxing aroma, it reduces stress and anxiety and contributes to more effective work. In a room where lavender oil is used with a censer, it is possible to work in a much more focused way and create a peaceful study environment.
You can safely use lavender oils, which Mana Botanicals obtains through steam distillation from lavender grown in its own gardens, to both establish a quality sleep routine and create a pleasant working environment.
Orange Oil
A study conducted in 2016 found that orange oil gives energy and increases physical performance. Orange oil is an effective choice to reduce physical fatigue due to intense working hours, change the atmosphere of the environment and feel energetic. Orange oil, which has a very refreshing effect, supports alertness and increases concentration. It is preferred for its refreshing and invigorating effect in long work sessions.
Orange oil, which has a positive effect on the mood and elevates the mood, is effective for mental fatigue and inertia. Thanks to its refreshing scent, orange oil helps to clear the mind and focus, and also supports productivity.
You can use Mana Botanicals Orange Oil in different ways. You can change the atmosphere of the environment with a censer or diffuser, or you can apply it to pulse points such as wrists and behind the ears by diluting it with fixed oils such as pomegranate seed, rosehip seed or sesame oil. A more enjoyable and motivating study experience can be experienced with the application of orange oil, which is a natural method to increase mental performance.
Eucalyptus Oil
Eucalyptus oil, obtained from the leaves of the eucalyptus tree, has a very strong odor. Eucalyptus oil, which draws attention with its distinctive odor, helps to strengthen concentration. This oil also helps to clear the mind and prevent the condition called “brain fog”. The strong odor of eucalyptus oil opens the respiratory tract and increases the body’s oxygen level, helping to deliver more oxygen to the brain. Although it is not one of the oils that comes to mind when the question of which oil to use while studying is asked, it also has a very high mental stimulating power.
This oil can be inhaled directly through the nose, diffused into the environment through a censer or diffuser, or diluted with a suitable fixed oil such as grape seed oil and applied to specific points such as behind the ears.1 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/238116157_Effects_of_olfactory_stimulation_on_performance_and_stress_in_a_visual_sustained_attention_task