Celebrate Divali with essential oils: light, well-being and natural rituals

Divali, or Deepavali, is the festival of lights celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. This is an ideal time to combine festive traditions with the the magic of essential oils, creating a luminous, purifying and harmonious atmosphere.

Essential oils help bind tradition and well-being, by creating a warm, friendly atmosphere, purifying the space and relaxing after the festive preparations. By diffusing oils such assweet orange, sandalwood or incense, by preparing scented candles or relaxing baths, with Divali, you can celebrate Divali in a natural, harmonious way for you and your family, while respecting the symbolism of light and renewal.

Why use essential oils during Divali ?

Essential oils provide many benefits during Divali:

• A warm and festive atmosphere certain oils like sweet orange or cinnamon stimulate conviviality and joy.

• Space purification incense and sandalwood promote meditation and serenity.

• Wellness and relaxation after the preparations and celebrations, oils like lavender soothe the body and mind.

The use of essential oils during Divali combines tradition and well-being, while respecting the symbolism of light and renewal.

Suggested essential oils for Divali

Here is a selection adapted to different rituals and uses:

Diffusion / ambience

• Sweet orange a joyful, warm atmosphere.

• Frankincense (Boswellia carterii) purifying and spiritual.

• Sandalwood soothing and balancing.

• Cinnamon or cloves spicy and festive.

• Ginger energizing and stimulating.

Candles or scented lamps

• Incense + orange light and soothing.

• Sandalwood + geranium harmony and balance.

• Patchouli + cinnamon warmth and conviviality.

Bath or body care

• True lavender relaxation.

• Sweet orange or tangerine softness and good humor.

• Ginger invigorating and stimulating.

Purification / room spray

• Incense + sandalwood purification and rituals.

• Orange + clove symbolizing light and prosperity.

DIY recipes for Divali

Room Diffuser

Ingredients :

• 3 drops ofsweet orange

• 2 drops ofincense

• 1 drop of sandalwood

Instructions :

1. Add the essential oils to the water in the diffuser.

2. Diffuse for 30-60 minutes in the living room or main room.

Effect the new "S": promotes joy, serenity and the purification of space.

Scented candle

Ingredients :

• 50 g vegetable wax

• 3 drops ofsweet orange

• 2 drops of patchouli

• 1 drop of cinnamon

Instructions :

1. Melt the wax in a bain-marie.

2. Add the essential oils off the heat.

3. Pour into a small jar with a wick.

4. Let harden and light on Divali evening.

Effect a warm, friendly and festive atmosphere.

Relaxing bath

Ingredients :

• 3 drops of true lavender

• 2 drops ofsweet orange

• 1 tablespoonvegetable oil or Epsom salt

Instructions :

1. Mix essential oils with vegetable oil or salt.

2. Add to hot bath.

3. Enjoy 10-15 minutes of relaxation.

Effect soothes body and mind, promotes relaxation.

Room spray

Ingredients :

• 100 ml distilled water

• 5 drops ofincense

• 3 drops ofsweet orange

• 1 drop of cinnamon

Instructions :

1. Mix in a glass spray bottle.

2. Shake before each use.

3. Spray into rooms to create a festive, purified atmosphere.

Effect purifies the air and symbolizes light over darkness.

Precautions

• Never apply essential oils pure on skin or animals.

• Limit distribution to 30-60 minutes maximum per session.

• Keep out of reach of children and pets.

• Choosing essential oils organic and quality.