Say goodbye to summer fatigue with soothing scents!
Scorching temperatures, uncomfortable humidity, and long power cuts–finding relief from merciless summer becomes a daily mission. But, you deserve cool solutions for hot months. Let me tell you, the secret to cooling down doesn’t lie in your freezer, but in a tiny bottle of essential oil? Yes, essential oils for this season are beyond normal fragrances — they’re your ticket to relaxation, refreshment, and real relief.
Naturally extracted from plants, essential oils are known for their cooling, calming, and antibacterial properties. They stimulate your senses, help reduce body heat, uplift your mood, and even control excess sweating and bad body odour.
This is a holistic way to stay fresh and sane — especially when the temperatures go past 45°C.
Peppermint Oil: The Chill Champion
If summer had a superhero, it would definitely be peppermint oil. The menthol content provides an instant cooling effect on the skin and senses. Mixing with coconut oil, use it for a cold compress, observe how the heat wave fades.
Lavender Oil: Stress Relief in a Bottle
While providing calming effects to your nerves, lavender oil helps you sleep better, which is a common issue during hot nights. Add it to your diffuser or mix a few drops in your bath water. Moreover, lavender oil keeps mosquitoes away!
Lemon Oil: The Citrus Splash
Bursting with freshness, lemon oil brings the much needed tangy energy during tired summer months. It uplifts your mood, reduces fatigue, and helps purify the air in your home.
Eucalyptus Oil: Breathe Easy
We often face nasal congestion in the summer season. Eucalyptus oil is simply perfect for clear breathing, improving air circulation, and providing a spa-like feel in your house.
Tea Tree Oil: Bye Bye Bacteria
Sweat brings bacteria, and bacteria causes bad body odour. Antibacterial in nature, tea tree oil helps keep your skin clean and odour-free. Add a few drops to your foot soak or body wash.
Diffuse & Relax: Add at least 5–6 drops of essential oil to a diffuser for a cool and calming room environment.
DIY Face Mists: Mix rose water with 2–3 drops of essential oil (lavender or peppermint). Spritz it on your face for a refreshing pick-me-up.
Cooling Foot Soaks: After a long day, soak your feet in cold water with a few drops of peppermint or eucalyptus oil. They reduce the risks of swelling and fatigue.
Aromatic Bath Time: Mix a few essential oil drops with Epsom salt and let your bath time turn into a relaxing retreat at a very low cost.
Natural Room Fresheners: There are numerous synthetic air fresheners available in the market. But the best ones can be prepared by mixing lemon and tea tree oils in water. They keep your room smelling crisp and clean.
You can also prepare your own essential oil by mixing 2 drops of peppermint, 3 of lavender, and 2 of lemon oil in your diffuser — an ultimate summer chill recipe.
While purchasing from the market, always choose 100% pure and natural essential oils. Verify the certified brands as there are numerous startups offering high-quality options.
Essential oil should always be stored in dark glass bottles. Keep them away from sunlight.
If you are a beginner, perform a patch test first to check how your skin reacts to it.
This summer, don’t just survive the heat — thrive with the soothing power of essential oils. Simply, soothe, refresh and repeat!
