Sniffing Out the Lure Behind Aromatherapy
Why is it that when you get a whiff of lavender, sage and chamomile you immediately undergo a sense of relaxed calm? These aromas are especially notorious within the walls of luxurious day spas-which perhaps best explains our association with the tranquil smells. We undergo a sort of Pavlov’s dog reaction when our noses detect lavender, sage or chamomile because we know what these smells mean: a rejuvenating massage, a cleansing facial, a warming body scrub-anything that implies lying back and being pampered. They help promote a stress-free existence. Now, if only we can find a way to continuously pump the scent of lavender into the air. The question is: would we still be productive?
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