<h1>Discover </h1><h1>Aromachology</h1>
<h1>Discover </h1><h1>Aromachology</h1>

SCENT SCIENCE

Discover 

Aromachology

A science-backed way to boost your mood and de-stress your mind

Our sense of smell is the most undervalued of the five senses.

Even though it is, by far, our most sophisticated sense

"A startling superpower"

- New York Times -

A mysterious yet elegant neurological process that colours our lives and shapes our experiences, each and every day.⁠

Nothing has a stronger and more immediate effect on your state of mind than scent

That’s because unlike other senses, the olfactory system has a direct connection to the limbic system, the oldest area of the human brain, where emotions and memories are formed.

It's why a particular scent can profoundly affect your mood, evoking powerful emotions and memories, a phenomenon known as The Proust Effect.

You’re not just smelling a beautiful scent

Simply by inhalation, volatile aromatic compounds in essential oils travel to the brain via the olfactory nerve, triggering neural activity.

Your brain is releasing “feel-good” neurochemicals like dopamine, which is linked to pleasure and motivation, and serotonin, which stablises mood.

Chemical constituents found in oils, such as bergamot, bind to GABA (Gamma-aminobutyric acid) receptors, promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety.

Electroencephalograms (EEGs) tests have also shown that essential oils alter brain wave activity.

Lavender and sandalwood, for example, stimulate theta and delta waves, which are associated with a more relaxed state, while rosemary or citruses like bergamot and pink grapefruit elevate beta waves, linked with alertness and focus.

Aromachology is the use of aroma to influence mood and emotion

You've heard of aromatherapy, but at Appellation we are guided by aromachology, using scent to stimulate or soothe the senses and enhance emotional wellbeing.

APPELLATION

Our formulations are informed by the chemistry of essential oils and their impact on the brain and mood.
For Focus

In our blends for focus - designed for vitality and energy - we formulate with 1.8-cineole and eugenol, found in eucalyptus, basil and rosemary.

These naturally occurring chemicals have been extensively studied, and are known to enhance cognitive function, sharpen memory and improve mental clarity.

The Salutation | Essential Oil Blend, 10ml The Salutation | Essential Oil Blend, 10ml

The Salutation | Essential Oil Blend, 10ml

Dhs. 119.00
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For Calm

Our Calm formulations are a series of blends to soothe away evening tension, we formulated with linalool and linalyl acetate, found in lavender, ylang-ylang and bergamot.

These constituents stimulate the release of dopamine and serotonin, which turn down the dial on your body's fight-or-flight response, slowing the heart and the breath, and calming the body and mind.

The Night Journey | Essential Oil Blend, 10ml The Night Journey | Essential Oil Blend, 10ml

The Night Journey | Essential Oil Blend, 10ml

Dhs. 119.00
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A natural intervention

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of aromachology?

Aromachology is the scientific study of how scents influence human emotions, mood, behavior and psychological state. It explores how different fragrances - natural or synthetic - affect the brain via the olfactory system, triggering emotional or cognitive responses (calm, focus, comfort, memory, motivation, etc.)

Core ideas behind Aromachology

  • It is not primarily about healing or physical therapy. Instead, it focuses on how scent affects mood and mind.
  • It is driven by an understanding of scent chemistry and neuroscience / psychology: how volatile aromatic compounds travel via the olfactory system to the brain and influence emotional states.
  • Its goal is to use fragrance (in diffusers, perfumes, candles etc.) with intention - for example, to soothe the senses, enhance focus, induce relaxation, uplift mood, or influence ambiance and behaviour.

At Appellation we are guided by aromachology, using scent to stimulate or soothe the senses and enhance emotional wellbeing.

What is the difference between aromachology and aromatherapy?

Aromatherapy focuses on using essential oils for physical and emotional healing, while aromachology studies how scents affect mood and mind through any fragrances.

How can I use aromachology in my daily life?

You can use scents mindfully to boost your mood, improve focus, reduce stress, or enhance relaxation, through candles, diffusers, or personal fragrances.

With the World Health Organisation defining stress as “the health epidemic of the 21st century”, it’s never been as important to prioritise self-care.

Aromachology is a natural and effective intervention to modern-day malaise. A tool to leverage to enhance the quality of our lives. A simple, low-cost way to feel better, naturally.

Less stressed out, overwhelmed and fatigued. More calm, balanced and restored. Put simply, a better version of you.

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RESEARCH

We study robust scientific journals when developing our formulations.

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