Top 3 Fragrances Proven to Reduce Stress

At Commonwealth Soap & Toiletries, we understand that your daily cleansing ritual is more than just about staying clean—it’s a moment of peace in your hectic day. Morning or night, you’re looking for a product that is effective at cleaning, moisturizing, and relaxing. That’s why, with the assistance of our fragrance houses, we infuse our soaps and personal care products with nature’s most calming scents. 

Here’s a deeper look at how these stress-reducing scents work and why they might be the perfect addition to your self-care routine.

1. Lavender: A Quintessential Relaxant

    Lavender is often the first scent that comes to mind when we think of relaxation. Renowned for its soothing properties, lavender essential oil acts on the central nervous system, promoting relaxation and easing nervous tension. Studies suggest that lavender can decrease anxiety and improve sleep quality by increasing slow-wave sleep, the very deep slumber in which the heartbeat slows and muscles relax​.

    Incorporating lavender into your soaps allows customers to experience its calming effects during their most intimate moments of the day—shower time. The warm water enhances the release of the lavender scent, enveloping you in a cloud of tranquility that washes away stress.

    2. Bergamot: Citrusy Sweetness to Brighten Your Day

      Bergamot essential oil is a unique citrus oil that’s both uplifting and calming. It’s known for its ability to help alleviate stress and anxiety by improving the circulation of blood. The flavonoids (compounds regularly found in plants and believed to have antioxidant qualities) present in bergamot oil stimulate the production of dopamine and serotonin, which leads to feelings of relaxation and sedation.​ 

      By infusing soaps with bergamot, you can boost your mood right from the start of your day. The invigorating yet soothing scent is perfect for morning showers, setting a positive tone for what lies ahead.

      3. Eucalyptus: Refreshingly Relaxing

        Eucalyptus essential oil has a clear, sharp, and fresh scent that is energizing yet soothing. The oil is known for its properties in relieving mental exhaustion by boosting blood circulation to the brain, thereby reducing stress and stimulating mental activity and alertness. Including eucalyptus in soap offers a refreshing shower experience that not only invigorates the senses but also relaxes them. It’s ideal for mornings when you need a stress-free start or a soothing end to an exhausting day — just make sure you keep eucalyptus products away from your pets, as some reports say it can be toxic for cats!

        Your Trusted Partner in Relaxation

        At Commonwealth Soap & Toiletries, we are committed to helping guide your customers through meaningful daily routines with high-quality products that bring the therapeutic benefits of natural scents into their homes. Our carefully selected scents are intended to transform bathing experiences into healing rituals, proving that a simple soap can do much more than clean.

        Embrace the power of nature with every lather and let the stress melt away with the best nature has to offer. For more information on our products and the benefits they provide, visit our website and discover how your company can evolve your customer’s daily cleansing into a rejuvenating journey.