A Tale of Mind, Soul and Spirit | Ancient Egypt and the Origins of Essential Oils
Throughout history, the human heart has been deeply connected to emotions and joy. In ancient Egypt , the source of wisdom was in the heart, not the brain, and the heart was considered to be the source of emotions, memories, the soul, and personality itself.
The Role of the Mind and the Concept of Metu in Ancient Egypt
The ancient Egyptians believed that all parts of the body were connected by a signal sent from the heart called " Metu ." Not only blood, but also breath, tears, saliva, sperm, nutrients, and waste products were believed to circulate from the heart like the Nile.
A clear heart metu symbolizes health, a clogged heart symbolizes illness, and the brain, on the other hand, was considered an organ that only passes mucus to the nose. For this reason, the brain was discarded during mummification.
The heart is a symbol of mind and wisdom
The heart is the body's driving force and is the seat of intellect, emotions and memory, making it an important symbol of religious and spiritual importance.
Ancient Egypt and the Beginnings of Essential Oils
Ancient Egypt is the birthplace of aromatherapy . The scents of plants were used in a variety of ways, including religion, medicine, preservatives, and cosmetics, and the techniques of enfleurage (solvent extraction) and distillation were already in existence.
This wisdom was passed down to ancient Greece, where Hippocrates is said to have used essential oil massage to treat his patients.
An ancient essential oil
🌸 Flower-derived essential oils
- Geranium : Highly valued since ancient Egypt. Its floral scent is also perfect for skin and hair care.
- Jasmine : Known as the "Queen of the Night," it is known for its sensual scent and is also an aphrodisiac. Great for treating dry and sensitive skin.
- Ylang-ylang : A tropical flower, in Indonesia it is customary to cover wedding beds with ylang-ylang petals.
🌿 Resin-derived essential oil
- Frankincense : A sacred, woody scent. Used for meditation and purification.
- Patchouli : A symbol of freedom and sensuality. A symbol of the hippie culture of the 1960s.
- Sandalwood : Regarded as sacred in Vedic texts, it is said to have calming powers.
🍊 Citrus-derived essential oils
- Bergamot : Familiar with the scent of Earl Grey tea. For rough skin caused by stress.
- Grapefruit : Sharp and bitter refreshing. Balances oily skin.
Small tips for incorporating plant scents into your life
For example, we recommend burning frankincense in a diffuser to relax in the evening. The deep, woody scent will soothe your mind.
To freshen up your morning, try carrying a drop of grapefruit on a handkerchief and you'll feel refreshed.
A small story
One customer told us, "After a tiring night at work, I put geranium in my bath and it felt like a flower had bloomed in my heart. It's the magic of those little scents that supports us every day."
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