Menopause Awareness Month
October is Menopause Awareness Month – a time to shine a light on a natural stage of life that women experience, yet often overlooked or misunderstood. Hot flushes, restless nights, shifting moods – most women know Menopause brings its share of changes. Yet beyond the challenges, it’s also a natural milestone. A season of renewal and strength that often doesn’t get the recognition it deserves.
At Quinessence, we believe this chapter should be spoken about openly, with compassion, and understanding. No woman should feel she has to navigate it alone – sharing experiences and creating small rituals of care can make this transition feel lighter, more balanced, and even empowering.
That’s where Aromatherapy can gently step in. Essential Oils don’t alter the process of Menopause itself, but their aromas can help transform everyday moments into nurturing rituals. Imagine diffusing Lavender as the evening quiets, its floral scent wrapping around you like a soft blanket. Or rolling on a refreshing blend before a busy day, a reminder that self-care can be as simple as a breath.
Together, these little moments of pause create space for ease, positivity, and connection – reminding us that Menopause is not the end of vitality, but the beginnings of a new kind of freedom.
A Gentle Look at Menopause
Menopause is part of the body’s rhythm and wisdom – and like every transition in life, it brings both changes and opportunities. .
While the physical side of Menopause is widely discussed, what’s equally important is how it invites us to slow down, listen inwardly, and care for ourselves in new and more intentional ways. Many women describe it as a time of stepping into their own strength, embracing freedom from old pressures, and finding space to prioritise their well-being.
By shifting the focus toward empowerment and self-nourishment, Menopause becomes less about ‘what’s ending’ and more about ‘what’s beginning’.
The Power of Rituals
Small rituals can be powerful anchors during times of transition. They don’t have to be elaborate:
- Taking a mindful pause with a cup of tea in the morning.
- Reading quietly in the afternoon.
- Lighting a candle before bed and taking a few slow breaths.
Aromatherapy adds a beautiful sensory layer to these practices, turning ordinary routines into moments of restoration.
Our Menopause Synergy Blend, a thoughtful combination of Lavender, Clary Sage, and Geranium, was created with this in mind. Its liberating and comforting aroma enhances moments of self-connection. Use it in a personal inhaler, diffuse it while practicing mindfulness, or blend a few drops with a Carrier Oil for a gentle self-massage. Each use becomes a grounding reminder to care for yourself.
Essential Oils for Menopause
Essential Oils bring different moods, and choosing the right scent can shape your day. Here are some favourites often enjoyed during Menopause.
Balancing & Uplifting
- Clary Sage: Earthy and soothing, cherished for its grounding qualities
- Geranium: Gentle floral notes that foster emotional steadiness
- Fennel (Sweet): Warm and comforting, adding depth to blends
Calming & Sleep-Supporting
- Lavender: Soft, relaxing and grounding
- Roman Chamomile: Gentle and comforting, helping create a calming atmosphere
- Sandalwood: Warm and supportive for inner balance
Cooling & Refreshing
- Peppermint: Crisp, invigorating and cooling
- Eucalyptus: Refreshing, uplifting, and energising
These Essential Oils can be used individually or combined – like in our Menopause Synergy – to create simple sensory rituals.
Blend Ideas to Try
Menopause Awareness Month is a reminder to celebrate this natural transition with kindness and care. Creating your own Essential Oil blends is a lovely way to support yourself through daily rituals. Here are a few ideas you can try in a diffuser or personal inhaler.
Gentle Harmony
- 3 drops Clary Sage
- 2 drops Roman Chamomile
- 1 drop Lavender
A floral-herbal blend that encourages steadiness and self-connection – perfect for moments of reflection.
Evening Embrace
- 3 drops Lavender
- 2 drops Roman Chamomile
- 1 drop Sandalwood
A serene and calming aroma to help you create restful evening rituals, reminding you to slow down and prioritise yourself.
Fresh Clarity
- 2 drops Peppermint
- 2 drops Eucalyptus
- 2 drops Geranium
Bright and refreshing, this blend can lift the atmosphere on days when you want to feel clear, present, and energised.
Warm Nurture
- 3 drops Fennel (Sweet)
- 2 drops Clary Sage
- 1 drop Lavender
A comforting, earthy blend for quiet, restorative moments.
Embracing This New Chapter
By creating small Aromatherapy rituals, you can celebrate this stage with balance, care, and positivity. This Menopause Awareness Month, honour your journey. Celebrate the wisdom and strength that comes with this transition, and embrace it as a season of empowerment, reflection, and growth.
