Spring is in the air! Memories of the cold are finally starting to slip away and are being replaced by afternoons in the warm sunshine and an abundance of beautiful flowers all around. Spring is a time of renewed energy, it's the perfect time to revitalise and energise, leaving winter behind and embracing the fresh new season.
While it's a wonderful time of year, the change in seasons can also be tough on the immune system and can trigger allergies. Especially during springtime, hay-fever sufferers may experience heightened allergies and reactions to the change in weather.
Citrus oils in particular are very refreshing and uplifting, with lots of benefits for the mind, body and household. Here are some of our favourite essential oils to detox, energise and cleanse this Spring
1. Lemon Essential Oil
Light and refreshing, Lemon essential oil has detoxifying and energising properties. It is great for increasing circulation, getting energy moving and revitalising and uplifting mind and body. Lemon is also stimulating and great for mental alertness, it clears the mind and aids in decision making.
2. Grapefruit Essential Oil
This fresh, sweet and citrus scent is highly uplifting to the mood. It has balancing, clearing and detoxifying properties, helping to clear the mind of negative emotions. Grapefruit is also very detoxifying to the digestive system, helping to get things moving and releasing trapped fluid, the perfect kick your body might need after Winter!
3. Peppermint Essential Oil
With a sharp, refreshing menthol scent, Peppermint is stimulating, energising and awakening. The strong and sharp scent helps to cut through negativity and mental clutter and reduces lethargy and tiredness. Peppermint refreshes the spirit, stimulates mental agility and improves concentration, bringing you into the present moment and giving you a boost of energy.
4. Lime Essential Oil
With a fresh, citrus scent, Lime is very stimulating and great for refreshing a tired mind. A disinfectant and antiviral, Lime can be used for your Spring cleaning for surfaces and diffused to help minimise airborne pathogens. If you suffer from sinus congestion, Lime is a great choice as a decongestant to help clear this and allow easier breathing.
5. Geranium Essential Oil
This sweet, heavy and floral scent uplifts the mood, lessens fatigue, improves mental function and promotes emotional wellness. If your skin is needing a pick-me-up after Winter, Geranium is considered an astringent making it helpful to cleanse and tone the skin - add to your cleanser, toner or moisturiser.
6. Tangerine Essential Oil
With a refreshing, light and citrus scent, Tangerine is very uplifting to the mood. It's also known for its cleansing and purifying properties, helping to support the immune system. As an alternative to other citrus essential oils, Tangerine has similar disinfectant properties and can be used for your Spring cleaning.
7. Sweet Orange Essential Oil
This zesty and refreshing scent is perfect for refreshing the senses. The anti-depressive properties of Sweet Orange are great for improving the mood and acting as a natural pick-me-up. It is also great for preventing and relieving the symptoms of seasonal allergies. Revive your skin after Winter with Sweet Orange's regenerative properties and add a drop to your nighttime moisturiser to encourage a natural glow.
