Monday, April 2, 2012

The Effects of Smell

Smell, one of the five senses that people often tend to take for granted. But did you know that smell can effect you both physically and emotionally? Savory Soaps not only offers benefits for the skin and the environment, but try our products and see how our soaps can bring about some of these benefits of smell with the use of our all natural aromas!

Dreams - Smelling pleasant things such as flowers before sleep can lead to positive dreams. Studies have shown that dreams have been linked to smell.

Insomnia and Stress - Studies have shown that the smell of lavender can help insomnia, anxiety, stress, and, in some cases, physical pain. Aromatherapy with lavender promotes relaxation and lift mood.


Concentration - Smells such as peppermint, strawberry, and lavender have been found to help improve concentration. 


Memory - Smells are sometimes used in types of therapy to recover lost memories. Studies show that memories triggered by smells tend to be clearer, more intense, and more emotional.


Love - Research shows that smell has a significant effect on love and attraction for women. 






Sources:
http://www.saga.co.uk/health/mind/how-smell-affects-your-body-and-mind.aspx
http://bonnieramsey.hubpages.com/hub/Can-You-Smell-That-How-Scents-Effect-You

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