2020 has been a challenging year for all of us with the coronavirus pandemic restricting us from our normal lifestyle and forcing us to adapt to a new normal under lockdowns, social distancing, mandatory mask wearing and travel restrictions. We had to adjust a lot as a society, as a family and also as an individual, we miss going on trips, visiting loved ones more often and even our work became remote. These challenges make us love ourselves and care about loved ones more, also to spend more time with family and home. So at Cliara, we believe it is the right time to share some lovely essential oils and essential oil blends that you can diffuse in this season to attract health, wealth and abundance.

Although this new year was a little bit different, we still managed to celebrate it with our close family and welcome our loved ones into our homes. Here are simple ways using 6 strong essential oils for you to enhance the positive vibes at your home, energy of yourself and love among the family. 

1. Sweet Orange

Sweet Orange is perfect to diffuse during festival season, plus it makes a great gift to your loved ones. Citrus fruits are traditional symbols of abundance and good fortune, these traditions are accepted by many people for decades. For instance, the Chinese word for orange sounds similar to good luck or wealth, and their colour represents gold or money. The aroma of Sweet Orange brings a clean, fresh and uplifting atmosphere to the home, 3 to 5 drops of Sweet Orange oil can do wonders!

2. Lemon

Lemon oil has a bright, joyful aroma which helps rejuvenate moods and bring more energy to your body, mind and soul. Diffusing lemon oil in the morning is a great way to add an instant energy lift to your home. The citrusy, refreshing and bright aroma of Lemon oil can clear out the respiratory system and support to get rid of negative and discouraging thoughts. Due to the strong association of lemon oils with wealth and fortune, the oil is used in many scented candles and sprays.

3. Bergamot

Bergamot has a strong association with prosperity. Its positive and fresh aroma brings joy and happiness into our homes and lives. Simply diffuse Bergamot to create a relaxing atmosphere and deodorise unpleasant scents. The aroma is unique, many individuals keep a small bottle of Bergamot on the go to inhale when they feel stressed and pressured. The refreshing aroma of Bergamot can support destress, empowerment, love and good care.

4. Lemongrass

Lemongrass has been associated with attracting wealth and good fortune and many people in Asia believed that it is one of the must have oils for a household to keep the space clean and bright. Simply diffuse Lemongrass to help revitalise the mind and body, to relieve your stress and pain, to clear out negative thoughts and to bring positive vibes to your atmosphere. You can also make a beautiful room spray or air freshener with this oil. Apart from these benefits, the strong aroma can be supportive in combating insects.

5. Peppermint

Peppermint’s clean and crisp aroma helps to relieve mental fatigue and is known to cleanse the air and clear out the repository system. Simply diffuse Peppermint oil to help energise the body, mind and spirit, or add a drop to your palms, rub your hands together or inhale for an instant energy boost. Inhaling peppermint has also been known as a great remedy for mild headaches. Adding just 3 to 5 drops of peppermint oil to your natural floor cleaner can lead you to do incredible cleaning without any harmful chemicals.

6. Frankincense

Frankincense is associated with abundance and treasure, making it a great essential oil to diffuse around your home during any day without any matter. Known as the ‘King of the Oils’, the frankincense is a beautifully grounding oil to help an individual live in the moment. It is also prefered by many to use during meditation and yoga, perfect oil for relaxation as it helps to calm and centre the mind while reducing stress and anxiety levels. Inhaling this strong aroma can bring you peace of mind and perfect balance while working or studying.

If you are an essential oil enthusiast or someone who loves mixing things up a bit and want to create unique diffuser blends for your home, here are some of the favourite essential oil combinations to inspire you.

Refreshing Home

• 3 drops of Lemon
• 3 drops of Sweet Orange
• 2 drops of Bulgarian Lavender
• 2 drops of Rosemary

Lovely Celebrations

• 2 drops of Bergamot
• 2 drops of Sweet Orange
• 1 drop of Peppermint

Manifest Abundance

• 3 drops of Frankincense
• 3 drops of Sweet Orange
• 2 drops of Patchouli
• 2 drops of Clary Sage

Prosperity For Everyone

• 6 drops of Frankincense
• 3 drops of Sweet Orange
• 2 drops of Bergamot
• 1 drop of Basil
• 1 drop of Clove

Majestic Unicorn

• 3 drops of Ylang Ylang
• 3 drops of Bulgarian Lavender
• 2 drops of Geranium
• 2 drops of Rosemary

But don’t be afraid to tweak these recipes to suit your lifestyle or aroma preference. Blending different essential oils in your diffuser is a great way to find the perfect aroma for your home that you will love, and get excited to diffuse everyday.