Aromatherapy oils, rollers & room sprays

Choosing aromatherapy oils

Aromatherapy oils are scented plant oils used in diffusers, baths, massage and rollers. Pick scents you enjoy, check whether an oil is pure or already blended, and read the safety notes on each bottle. Citrus oils such as sweet orange smell bright and fresh, while lavender, vetiver and ylang ylang are softer and suit the evening. Bouclé makes most of the aromatherapy oils here, alongside Haoma, Sop, SKNFED and Sintra Naturals. We checked each brand for clear ingredient lists and safety information.

Organic essential oils

Organic essential oils come from plants grown without synthetic pesticides. Sop makes organic essential oils in 10ml bottles, including tea tree, geranium, lavender and sweet orange. Add a few drops to a diffuser or to a carrier oil for massage, and never take essential oils by mouth. Check with a midwife or GP before using essential oils if you are pregnant, and keep them away from children and pets.

Aromatherapy roller and pulse point oil

An aromatherapy roller holds a pre-diluted pulse point oil that you roll onto wrists, neck or temples. Bouclé makes pulse point rollers in blends such as mandarin, myrrh and garden mint, lavender, vetiver and rose, and ylang ylang, jasmine and patchouli. Haoma makes organic Tranquility and Focus mood rolls, and SKNFED makes an aromatherapy ritual set. Patch test any new blend on a small area of skin first. Store oils upright in a cool, dark place with the lids tight, as light and air change their scent over time.

Aromatherapy room spray and gift sets

An aromatherapy room spray scents a room or pillow in seconds. Haoma makes an organic pillow and room mist, MadeKind makes a Sleep Well pillow spray, Sintra Naturals makes a room and linen spray, and Bouclé makes a travel aromatherapy spray. Haoma also makes organic Relax and Recovery massage oils. For Christmas, Bouclé's aromatherapy gift sets bring rollers and sprays together in one box. Home Fragrance has reed diffusers, Candles has essential oil candles, Mindfulness Tools has affirmation cards, and Self-care for stress: Small rituals that actually help has ideas for winding down.