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Essential oils are known not only for their healing abilities but also for
many other purposes, and one of them is their supposed capacity to influence the emotions and state
of the mind.
Some essential oils are believed to enhance sensuality and release
inhibitions, and according to Valerie Cooksley, holistic nurse and author on topics of aromatherapy
and essential oils, and examples of these are Patchouli, Myrrh and Ginger.
Hypo production of certain hormones by the pituitary gland is said to be
the reason why some persons experience decreased libido, especially men.
To alleviate this problem, most of them turn to aphrodisiacs. Suggested
natural aphrodisiacs are essential oils such as Clary sage, Ylang-ylang, Jasmine and
Rose.
These substances, through the sense of smell, have the potential to
stimulate the pituitary gland, carrying the mental state to a higher level of intimacy and physical
pleasure.
Asian marriage ceremonies often use Ylang-ylang as a way of expressing love.
Sometimes, their petals are even scattered on the marriage bed on the
presumption that the sweet scent of this exotic flower will call forth desire and
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