Walk into any essential oil shop and the choice can feel endless. If you are starting out in Singapore, five oils cover almost every mood and every room, and they are easy to find, easy to blend and easy to enjoy.
1. Lavender: the soft, calming classic
Floral, herbal and gentle, lavender is the scent many people reach for in the evening. Try it in the bedroom diffuser as part of a quiet wind-down routine.
2. Lemon: bright and clean
Fresh citrus that makes a room smell newly cleaned. It is a good morning scent for the kitchen or living room.
3. Peppermint: cool and crisp
Sharp and refreshing, peppermint suits the home office or a mid-afternoon reset. A little goes a long way.
4. Eucalyptus: airy and spa-like
A clear, camphor-like freshness that suits bathrooms and shared spaces.
5. Tea tree: green and herbal
A crisp, medicinal-smelling green scent that blends well with citrus and lavender.
How to start
- Add 3 to 5 drops to a diffuser with water, in a room with the door slightly open.
- Begin with one oil at a time so you learn what you like.
- Once you have a favourite, try a simple blend such as lavender and lemon.
Browse our single oils or ready-made blends, and read Essential Oils 101 for the basics. If you have children or pets at home, please read our kid-friendly guide and dog-friendly guide first.
This article is for general information about scents and personal care routines and is not medical advice. Always follow the directions on the label.