With modern life whizzing by at such a fast pace, it’s easy to become fatigued with problems such as over-tiredness, a busy mind and over stimulation, which can lead to trouble sleeping. The powerful essential oils in the Aromatherapy Associates Deep Relax Bath & Shower Oil help to settle the body and mind into a state of deep tranquility, leading to more restful sleep.
With a blend of three key aromatherapy oils designed to help you drift off, the delicate scents of vetiver, camomile and sandalwood have been used for centuries to encourage peaceful slumber. Having developed something of a cult following, this luxurious bath and shower oil from London-based experts Aromatherapy Associates has won 10 UK beauty awards including InStyle’s Best Beauty Buys 2014 and 2015.
Relaxing Essential Oils
Therapeutic treatments using essential oils have a history dating back 6,000 years. The ancient Greeks and Romans were aware of the healing properties of using aromatherapy but it wasn’t until the turn of the century that the modern aromatherapy movement was born. This sleep-inducing formula contains three key essential oils designed to help you relax deeply - vetivert, camomile and sandalwood, as well as earthy patchouli oil.
Vetiver oil is derived from the grassy vetiver plant, which grows primarily in India. It is famed for its musky, earthy scent and soothing sedative properties. It is also rich in antioxidants and helps to calm nervous conditions and maintain good nerve health. Sandalwood is another deeply scented oil, deriving from the sap of the sandalwood tree. Throughout history it has been highly valued for its calming properties, and when paired with other scents helps aromas linger for longer. Perhaps the most famous of soothing herbs, camomile was prized by the Ancient Egyptians for its healing properties. As well as aiding digestion, camomile has also been linked to relieving depression thanks to its ability to lift the spirits. Another essential oil used as an antidepressant is patchouli. By inhaling the musky aroma it stimulates the production of pleasure hormones dopamine and serotonin, allowing feelings of anxiousness and stress to drift away.
Aiding a More Restful Sleep
Environmental factors such as visual overstimulation, stress, and the fast pace of modern life can all contribute to problems drifting off and staying asleep. While aromatherapy cannot cure the root cause of insomnia, taking a few steps towards a calmer bedtime can aid a more restful and deep sleep.
Take a relaxing bath with Aromatherapy Associates Deep Relax Bath & Shower Oil an hour before bed - warm water can stimulate blood circulation and make it difficult to drift off, so avoid bath time immediately before turning in for the night. Avoid stimulation before going to sleep too; turn off the TV and your mobile phone a good hour before bed, and allow yourself to relax and distance yourself from the stresses of the day.
The Aromatherapy Associates Brand
Founders Geraldine Howard and Sue Beechey began researching the powers of aromatherapy when they founded the Aromatherapy Associates brand in the 1970s. They have been the leading experts in aromatherapy for over 30 years. The brand is deeply rooted in the traditional principles of the movement, having trained under some of the earliest practitioners of modern aromatherapy. From the brand’s home in London they have expanded to offer their treatments and expertise in some of the most indulgent spas throughout the world. Their philosophy is to bring the power of essential oils into everyday skincare and promote the powerful effects they can have at a therapeutic level.
By combining essential oils with the purest natural ingredients, the Aromatherapy Associates brand is passionate about creating products that deliver incredible results. A skincare brand against animal testing and without any animal derived ingredients, all of their products are completely cruelty free.
Add one capful to a full bath or massage into skin before showering and inhale the deeply relaxing aromas. There are approximately 20 applications per bottle.
