Smell training with essential oils

Intense fragrances from very different scent profiles are suitable for olfactory training. This is why the Casida olfactory training set contains the following 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 you have a taste disorder. 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 are renewed 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 such as those from Casida, which are free from synthetic fragrances, are suitable for this. *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 for free:

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 note: 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 found at various university hospitals, are recommended. The product is currently available exclusively here and in some mail-order pharmacies. Available individually in your pharmacy High-quality, certified ingredients and selected suppliers Pharmacist expert knowledge for the optimal effect of herbal raw materials We pay attention to natural and sustainable ingredients in every product

Smell training is not only useful after Covid-19 A disturbed sense of smell and taste when you have a cold is annoying, but it usually goes away quickly. However, a complete loss of the sense of smell, even if it is temporary, significantly reduces the quality of life. Not least because our sense of smell and taste are closely linked and we taste less when we cannot smell normally. Currently, a common cause of these disorders is infection with the Covid-19 virus. Around 60 percent of those affected by corona struggle with loss of smell*. Symptoms range from impaired sense of smell (hyposmia), hypersensitivity to scents (hyperosmia) to complete loss of smell (anosmia). In addition to a Covid-19 infection, there is also age-related loss of smell: a quarter of people over 50 can no longer smell well. One in three people over 70 are affected, and one in two people over 80* is affected.Apart from Covid-19, there are numerous other diseases that are associated with olfactory disorders. Patients with neuronal diseases such as Alzheimer's or Parkinson's often suffer from a diminished sense of smell or a complete loss of smell. *Source: News from TU Dresden “Smell training after Corona makes sense” from January 19th, 2021, available online at News portal of the TU Dresden

Instructions for smell training with essential oils

Phase 1: Supported smell training

In the first phase, smell training is supported by pictures or photos, the corresponding colors or even the fruit or plant itself. For example, if you can no longer smell a lemon, seeing a lemon in front of you or, ideally, touching it can help the brain remember and relearn the scent. Take one of the paper strips provided and drizzle 3 drops of an oil onto it. Visualize the fruit/plant and say its name. Sniff the scent again and again and notice consciously. If you have photos/pictures or even the fruit/plant at home, place them in front of you as you practice. Do this one after the other with each of the 4 scents for 30 seconds each. Write down on the training plan whether you smelled anything (on a scale of 0 to 5). This way you can see your training progress and maintain your motivation. Our tip: Instead of the paper strips, you can also use felt pads of different colors (e.g. available at www.aromawelt.de) Yellow for lemon, green for eucalyptus, pink for rose geranium, brown for carnation. The colors also help you concentrate on the respective scent. Alternatively, colorful cotton pads or colored strips of paper are also suitable.

Phase 2: Expand training with new scents

If you can smell the four scents from phase 1 and clearly distinguish them, then expand the spectrum. Choose essential oils that are similar to the 4 basic scents but differ in nuances. Suitable extensions to the Casida Smell Training Set are: - Fruity Grapefruit or Orange to expand lemon - Herbaceous-woody rosemary or Spruce needle oil as a supplement to eucalyptus - Floral lavender oil as a follow-up scent to rose geranium - Spicy Frankincense oil, Zirbenöl or Cinnamon oil< /a> as an extension of clove oil The training process is the same as in phase 1. How long each phase is carried out varies from person to person. A period of several weeks or months can be expected. Proceed with patience and remain confident. With daily stimulation, your olfactory cells can actually increase in size again.

Phase 3: Unsupported Training - Blind Training

In the last phase you try to identify the scents you have practiced without the help of colors or pictures. If you can practice with another person, ask them to put an essential oil on a neutral felt pad or cotton pad and place it in front of you. If you're practicing on your own, make the labels on the violet glass bottles unrecognizable, for example by wrapping them in a napkin or wrapping paper. Mix the bottles in front of you and try to “blindly” determine the scent. If it is practical for you, you can also close your eyes.