Essential oils can be used in many ways to increase arousal and enhance intimacy. They can be added to baths, diluted and rubbed into the skin.
Aphrodisiac oil choices include rose for balancing hormones (especially good for women experiencing low libido due to menopause) and neroli. Ylang ylang is a great relaxer that boosts euphoria and pairs well with floral oils.
Peppermint
Peppermint essential oil is a natural aphrodisiac, and also helps with issues like digestive problems and menstrual cramps. Its fresh, invigorating aroma is refreshing and stimulating.
Vetiver is a masculine-smelling oil, and may help to increase sexual desire. It is thought to act as a natural pheromone, which attracts and repels certain animals/insects (including some humans). It can also be used for emotional support and grounding.
Rose oil can be a wonderful aphrodisiac for women, and promotes relaxation and sensuality. It can also be used to reduce depression and anxiety, which can often impact libido.
Basil
Basil oil is rich in linalool, which has been linked to sexual arousal in men. It can also help reduce anxiety and depression. Its scent is calming and is known to improve circulation.
You can inhale basil oil directly from the bottle or use it with a diffuser. Try combining it with lavender essential oil, which has been shown to increase penile blood flow in men. Then, apply it topically on the forehead, temples, or bridge of the nose for a sensual experience in the bedroom.
Other oils that are considered natural aphrodisiacs include ylang ylang, cinnamon, and rose oil. These oils are often recommended for women’s libido, but they can work wonders for guys too. While these essential oils can make you feel more energized and ready to love, they can’t replace real changes in lifestyle or addressing any underlying issues that may be contributing to low libido.
Cinnamon
Known as the oil of sexual harmony, cinnamon essential oil stimulates hormone production and promotes healthy sexual function for men and women. It contains cinnamaldehyde, which is a natural vasodilator that helps to open blood vessels. Research has shown that it can improve blood flow to the genital area and increase sperm levels in men.
It can also help increase estrogen levels in women, which can also boost libido. The antifungal and antioxidant properties of this oil may also help get the menstrual cycle moving in women with PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), a common cause of female infertility.
Vetiver is a deep and powerful oil that helps to ground the individual, releasing pent-up energy. It is a good choice to help balance the masculine and feminine energies and it is often used to enhance spiritual connection and sensuality. It is very soothing and calming, reducing stress and tension, which can be a contributing factor to low libido.
Clary Sage
Clary sage oil is a great aphrodisiac that can stimulate the blood flow, enhance libido and increase testosterone levels. It is also a natural stress reliever and can be used to calm and soothe the mind and emotions.
This oil has a high content of linalyl acetate, which acts on the monoaminergic system in the brain to help promote relaxation and reduce sad feelings. Its nervine and anti-inflammatory properties encourage restful sleep and alleviate headaches.
Combine clary sage with frankincense, ylang ylang and peppermint essential oils for a natural aphrodisiac blend that will soothe the mind and encourage sexual arousal. Add these oils to a diffuser and enjoy their aromatic scent or apply them topically to the wrists. Always dilute before using on skin, and avoid contact with eyes or inner nose/ears. Ylang-ylang is known to cause sensitivity in some people, so it may be best to start with a very small amount and work up to larger applications.
Neroli
Neroli essential oil is steam-distilled from the fragrant white flowers of the bitter orange tree. It takes a ton of flowers to produce just one quart of the oil, making it a precious perfume ingredient. Neroli relaxes, soothes, and awakens positive feelings. It is said that Cleopatra soaked her sails in Neroli and Jasmine oils before sailing up the Nile to seduce Marc Anthony.
Inhalation of neroli oil has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety. It also improves quality of life and sexual desire in postmenopausal women. A randomized controlled trial found that inhaling neroli oil increased the physical domain score of the Menopause-Specific Quality of Life Questionnaire and improved sexual desire, serum cortisol and estrogen concentrations, pulse rate, and blood pressure in healthy postmenopausal women.
Add 6-30 drops to 1 ounce of a carrier oil. Use to massage the body, especially after a bath or shower.
Orange Blossom
Orange blossom is a light, floral fragrance that has been known to increase sexual desire. It is also an aphrodisiac and has the ability to calm the heart and promote mental relaxation. In addition, it can increase blood flow to the penis, which makes it perfect for erectile dysfunction.
Orange Blossom (Citrus aurantium) oil is extracted from the flowers of the bitter orange tree, a plant that grows mainly in warmer climates. The oil is distilled from the same flowers that produce neroli and petitgrain oils, but the different extraction processes yield slightly different scents.
The oil has antispasmodic and anti-stress properties and is known to reduce headaches. It contains the chemicals linalool and nerolidol, which are effective antimicrobial agents. It is also a natural antidepressant and can help alleviate stress, anxiety and depression.
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