author: My Oil Lab
Today brings us to the third oil in our A-Z series, and the third and final oil in our yoga collection. We saved the best for last :)
Arise was created to both calm the mind and energize the body, so it's both stimulating and relaxing at the same time which will promote feelings of freedom, a sense of enlightenment and feelings of energy. We LOVE this blend.
One of my favorite oils in this blend is Siberian fir, because of its aroma and unique chemistry. It contains alpha pinene, beta pinene, and also a molecule called bornyl acetate among many others. When you go for a walk out in nature, breathing in the aromas of the trees and plants creates a calm energized feeling.
So, think about that feeling.
That's the feeling alpha pinene gives us, and when you're walking through the forest or nature, you're breathing in that molecule which is why you experience those incredible emotional benefits. Beta-pinene, which is a very similar molecule, invokes feelings of happiness. Bornyl acetate, little fun fact, helps you get into a very deep recovery sleep. Bornyl acetate balances out all the other energizing molecules in this blend to create an energizing/calming experience.
Limonene, the dominant molecule in lemon and grapefruit essential oil, is incredibly energizing. Studies show that just inhaling lemon essential oil can bring awareness and bodily arousal.
The last two oils in this blend are Osmanthus and Melissa. These two oils showcase diverse chemistry. They contain aldehydes, alcohols, ketones, esters, and ethers. These different classes of molecules give a myriad of health benefits to our bodies.
The best way to use arise, just like the other two yoga collection oils, is to diffuse and apply topically. When you apply arise topically, my favorite spots are the back of your ears, on your neck and your wrist. Another excellent application spot is on your neck and chest, to give you when you're practicing yoga or any workout.
Diffusing arise is going to create an amazing, uplifting and energizing atmosphere. It's excellent to diffuse when you're working, cleaning the house, exercising or sitting at your desk.
Diffusing arise is going to create an amazing, uplifting and energizing atmosphere. It's great to diffuse when you're working, cleaning the house, exercising or sitting at your desk.
Namaste,
Dr. Jeff and Megan