Creating the right atmosphere in your yoga studio is as important as executing the perfect yoga session – the sounds, sights and smells have the potential to distract from your practice. Or they can enhance it. As we’ve mentioned (
in this blog post), essential oils are being used more and more in yoga studios to help relax the body, stimulate the mind and create a deeper, more powerful experience. We’ve done the research and found the 5 best essential oil blends that you should be using in your studio!
#1 Refreshed, Balanced & Uplifted
2 drops each of:
Cedar wood Geranium Orange
The grounding cedar wood, uplifting and calming geranium and invigorating orange give a mental boost that helps your mind deal with the uncertainties of the day.
Use this in your early morning to mid-morning sessions to give your clients the right mind-frame to face the day.
#2 Confident & Strong
2 drops each of:
Cedar wood Rose Rosemary
This blend promotes confidence and emotional strength by giving balance and inspiration while also reducing the effects of stress.
Use this in mid-morning to noon sessions for business professionals and anyone about to walk into a stressful meeting or interview.
#3 Energized & Clear-headed
2 drops each of:
Basil Rosemary Lime
Basil and rosemary promote breathing, allowing your energy to flow properly through your body, while lime sparks the innovative part of your mind.
Use in your post-lunch to afternoon sessions for an energy boost.
#4 Calm & Relaxed
2 drops each of:
Orange Rosemary Lavender
A very soothing and relaxing blend, the orange invigorates the mind while the rosemary and lavender sooth any anxieties.
Use this in afternoon to early evening sessions to de-stress after work and prepare for an evening of family and friends.
#5 Even more relaxed
2 drops Bergamot 1 drop Chamomile 1 drop Clary sage
This blend relaxes the mind and promotes sleep – all three ingredients are calming and relaxing for a potent blend to help even the most severe of insomniacs.
Use this in your evening sessions to help clients prepare their minds for a night of pleasant dreams.