What man would not love the idea of a nice massage? However, you have to be careful when indulging your man with essential oils. Whether used in aromatherapy to scent the home or used in a massage, your manly man, probably will not appreciate the floral and fruity smells that you like. You have to go beyond the “girly” scents and look for the ones that are masculine. After all, you would not like to have you man go around smelling like flowers either, would you? If you are ready to indulge your man in a little essential oil, then consider the following “manly” scents.
When reading the list of masculine smelling essential oils, it is important to remember that everyone has a unique sense of smell. What works for one man, may be hated by another. Get a few different scents and try them out. When you have found one or two that your man likes, remember that and use it often. Whether you use these essential oils alone with carrier oils for a massage, put a few drops in the bathwater or use them in lotions and crèmes, your man will like they way these oils smell and makes him feel.
Cedarwood: Cedarwood is certainly a manly scent. Think outdoors and you have the smell of cedarwood. Cedarwood does carry a strong outdoors scent that a lot of men really enjoy. A fresh scent that is not floral will be appreciated. Not only will this essential oil be loved by your man, it can also reduce the day-to-day stress at the end of a long week and wipe away worries. Use it in a massage and your man will feel relaxed and ready to conquer the world, or at least the yard work!
Lavender: While lavender does have more of a floral scent, many men do like the smell and the calming affect it has on them. You can use lavender in a warm bath, in candles or in a massage. You might also try mixing a bit of lavender with other more masculine scents for a nice touch. Lavender is widely known to help reduce stress and anxiety for men and women, so it is certainly worth a try.
Rosemary: It does have a feminine name, but rosemary has a strong, woodsy scent that most men appreciate. In fact, the smell of rosemary is very fresh and “herby”. Men will like this scent when mixed with other masculine scents. Try using it for a massage for added benefit.
Other popular manly essential oils include sandalwood, patchouli and cypress. You may not think of vanilla as a manly smell, but many men respond well to it. The idea behind using essential oils for your guy is to not rule out anything. Get him to the store with you and try out a few scents. You may be surprised at his likes and dislikes. When you find the right scent for your man, you can be sure he will get the therapeutic benefits because he won’t feel like he smells like a flower.
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