It's officially Aquarius season which will last from now until February 18, so, let's dive in to the top 3 scents for Aquarius!
Aquarians are known for their independent and free-spirited nature and are often seen as innovative, intellectual, and humanitarian. While they are the water-bearer of the zodiac, Aquarius is actually the final air sign. They are rebellious, clever, and intellectual but also deeply value their communities and building friendships and connections with those who share their vision for a better world.
1. Lavender
Lavender is the perfect scent for Aquarius whose mind never seems to stop running. Aquarians can sometimes find it challenging to relax and unwind. Lavender helps to ease anxiety, promote relaxation, and improve sleep quality by creating a serene and peaceful environment which allows Aquarius to find balance and recharge their energy.
Spiritually, lavender is associated with purification and healing. It can help Aquarius connect with their intuition and higher consciousness. More on sleep: lavender offers protection from negative energies and nightmares.
For the Aquarius that likes to meditate, lighting a lavender candle during meditation helps you reach a more relaxed state. I usually don't recommend lighting a lavender candle before bed unless you're sure you won't fall asleep with it lit, but meditation in the evening with lavender is sure to help you have a more restful sleep. While there is a Lavender Candle in the store, the Clarity Intention Candle is a blend of Lavender & Eucalyptus which is a great choice for the Aquarian looking to quiet the mind and hone in on their specific goals and intentions.
If candles aren't your thing (even though you are reading the blog of The Wick Bitch, but I digress) fragrance roll-ons and bath salts are also available. The lavender roll-on is a great pick for bedtime (behind the ears, neck or wrists) or for the Aquarian whose body is running even faster throughout the day than their mind is.
2. Peppermint
Peppermint is another scent that resonates well with Aquarius. Known for their innovative thinking and problem-solving abilities, Aquarians can sometimes feel mentally fatigued. Peppermint provides a natural energy boost, improves focus, and enhances mental clarity.
Spiritually, peppermint is associated with purification and protection. It can help Aquarius clear negative energy and create a sense of purpose.
Aquarius, Rome wasn't built in a day, and no one expects you to do it by yourself! Your natural inclination to social justice and serving your community is wonderful, but it's important to step back and see the bigger picture outside of yourself. Peppermint invigorates the senses, but with this scent you want to use it to prepare for the important things rather than wasting time sweating the small stuff. Use peppermint in a candle to meditate on the future and where you are spiritually looking to grow. Using a roll-on (neck and wrists) at bedtime can encourage dreams and connections with spirit. The roll-ons, great on-the-go, can give you that natural boost during the day when your mental energy is running low.
3. Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus is a perfect match for Aquarius and is the other half of the Clarity Intention Candle. Aquarius, your moral compass and love of the greater good are admirable, but it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the emotions of others especially if, in true Aquarian nature, you happen to work in the service of others. Eucalyptus provides a sense of emotional balance and, once again, helps clear the mind. Are we noticing the theme here?
Spiritually, eucalyptus is associated with healing and protection. Burning the leaves or a candle can clear negative energy from your space. Eucalyptus does come in the intention and essential oil bath salts which are great for cleansing your energy. If baths aren't your style, buying eucalyptus essential oil and placing 3 drops on the shower floor with the water running works too!
Eucalyptus can also help Aquarius release emotional baggage, create a sense of renewal, and clear difficulties in a relationship. Whether it's always being the problem solver, the caretaker, working in the service of others or looking to the greater good, it's always important to be mindful of your close relationships and friendships. With all that rebellion and clever thinking things are bound to get haywire if you don't take the time to step back and be mindful. How are you to stay focused and help everyone else if you don't first help yourself?
In meditation, burning a eucalyptus candle can not only bring mental clarity for the present but can bring healing to the past. Eucalyptus is a gentle, yet soothing, jolt to the system. Try using a roll-on during the day when you find yourself dwelling a bit too much on the past.