The end of August welcomes the late summer season, when the sun softens, the air cools slightly and the days edge slowly but surely towards autumn.

After the playfulness and spontaneity of the summer, late summer is often when you start to to look forward once more. You may feel more inclined to pick up the reigns on projects and goals, as you start to feel re-focused again.

As you say goodbye to the carefree days of summer, you may feel a sense of nostalgia and sadness. But this is also a time to feel grounded and hopeful, as you start to look forward to the new season.

Aromatherapy is a great way to support your emotional and physical well-being during this time of transition. Essential oils like sweet orange, lavender, frankincense and patchouli can help to keep your spirits lifted whilst promoting calm and focus as you become more grounded.

You can diffuse these oils in your home, add them to a bath, or apply them to your skin,

Late summer aromatherapy blend
– 4 drops sweet orange
– 2 drops frankincense
– 1 drop patchouli
– 1 drop lavender