Smell training with essential oils

Intense fragrances from very different scents are suitable for olfactory training. That's why the Casida olfactory training set contains the following all-natural essential oils:

• Fresh/clarifying fragrance profile: Eucalyptus
• Sweet/floral fragrance profile: Rose geranium
• Fruity/tart fragrance profile: lemon
• Spicy/earthy fragrance profile: clove

TIP: Regular smelling of intense, natural fragrances is also useful if your sense of taste is impaired. This is because the senses of smell and taste are closely linked and information from the nasal and oral mucosa is processed together in the brain.

Why olfactory training can help

Research into loss of smell, particularly in connection with Covid-19, is in full swing. Researchers currently believe that damaged olfactory cells are the cause of the loss of smell. The olfactory cells in the nasal cavity renew themselves every four to six weeks and can be trained* through targeted stimulation. It is assumed that specific and regular stimuli build up neuronal connections in the brain and that smelling can be "relearned".

Like all physical and mental training, olfactory training requires patience. Over a period of several months, you sniff different scents for around 30 seconds in the morning and evening. Only 100% natural essential oils are suitable for this, such as those from Casida, which are free from synthetic fragrances.

*Source: TU Dresden news "Smell training after Corona makes sense" from 19.01.2021 available online on the TU Dresden news portal .

How does olfactory training work?

Under "Application" you can find out how the training is carried out. The Casida olfactory training set comes with easy-to-understand step-by-step instructions and a training plan. Alternatively, you can download the instructions and training plan here free of charge:

Note for asthmatics

If you suffer from asthma, use essential oils very carefully. Pure essential oils can trigger an asthma attack. If necessary, dilute the oils with an odorless, fragrance-neutral carrier oil or use fruits or flowers directly to train your sense of smell.

General advice

There are hardly any risks associated with olfactory training. Nevertheless, the symptoms should be clarified by a specialist. Specialized olfactory outpatient clinics or olfactory consultations, such as those offered at various university hospitals, are recommended.

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