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Different oils have different appeal for people, some like the floral scent of Jasmine, Rose or Ylang Ylang while some others favor the spicy smell of Cinnamon and there are still others who get energized by the lemony smell of Lemon and Orange.

• Roll-on as Perfume

If you want to smell good without using the toxic perfumes which are normally found, use essential oils. This mix of essential oils has a great fragrance. The ingredients are also safe for younger children as well as pregnant and breastfeeding women.

Put 3 drops grapefruit essential oil, 2 drops Frankincense essential oil, 1 drop Copaiba oil and 1 drop Bergamot oil in a roll-on bottle. Top it up with 1 tbsp. fractionated coconut oil or any other light carrier oil. Store the mixture in a cool and dark place. You can rub the roll-on to pulse points as and when needed.

• Roll-on as Cologne

Essential oils not only serve as perfumes for ladies but can make very effective colognes for men as well. The essential oils used for the cologne, Balsam Fir and Cedar Wood essential oils have the musky smell which make a perfect cologne for men.

Put 3 drops each of Balsam Fir and Cedar Wood essential oils in a roll-on bottle. Fill it up with any light carrier oil like coconut oil, replace the roll-on top and store in a cool and dark place. Apply whenever required.

• Roll-on for Sleeping

Essential oils are great stress relievers. They can be used for calming your mind and help you to relax. Use a combination of essential oils to sleep, especially while you are travelling to help you overcome jet lag. Use essential oil roll-on on the plane and also once you have landed for jet lag.

Combine 30 drops of Lavender, Cedar Wood, Vetiver and Valerian in a roll-on bottle. Top up the roll-on with a carrier oil of your choice. Once inside the plane, rub the roll-on over the travelling pillows and inhale deeply ensuring that you roll the bottle to mix the essential oils thoroughly. You can also roll over the essential oils on your feet.

• Roll-on for Exhaustion

Essential oils are great de-stressors. They are very effective in overcoming fatigue and helping you to relax.

Mix 7 drops of Eucalyptus Radiata, 5 drops Rosemary and 3 drops Grapefruit in a roller bottle. Top it with fractionated coconut oil or grapeseed oil. Roll it over on your temples or your wrists twice a day to overcome exhaustion.

• Essential Oils for Sensuality

Essential oils have been known to increase sensuality. Aromatherapy stimulates that part of the brain where emotional feelings are stored, which is known as the limbic system. Clary Sage arouses emotion and decreases inhibitions, Ginger promotes sensuality, Geranium promotes the emotions of love, Lavender balances hormones and arouses feelings, Sandalwood has aphrodisiac properties and Ylang Ylang increases libido and sensuality. Use a combination of these oils to arouse sensuality.

Whenever you are using essential oils, remember to use glass roller bottles. Since citrus oils eat plastics away, use metal ball with these oils. Click here to know more about the best organic roll-on.