Scents can be very evocative indeed! Certain plant oils have been proven to enhance sexual excitement and have the ability to add a whole new dimension to your lovemaking.

According to the International Journal of Aromatherapy, the aroma of sandalwood allows for greater intimacy with your lover. The way it works is quite simple really. Essential oils, like sandalwood, stimulate the brain, and trigger a response in heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, stress levels, and even hormone balance. So, you can actually use aromatherapy to stimulate the parts of your brain that you use to enjoy sex!

Here's your guide to the world of aromas and great sex!

Amber: Transforms negative energy into positive, and attracts loving, faithful emotions.

Cardamom: Increases love and sexual desire.

Cinnamon: Combined with Rose will turn men wild!

Dragon's Blood: Holds virility, strength and passion, and attracts male energies. Helps heal reproductive organs.

Geranium: Sedative, balances hormones, seductive rose scent.

Jasmine: Aphrodisiac, anti depressant, helps smooth out mood swings and nerves. Hypnotic floral scent.

Lavender: Another turn on for men. Said to increase blood flow to a man's genitals.

Musk: Awakens the reproductive organs and instincts, encouraging a sense of one's own desirability.

Neroli: A soothing and relaxing scent, it also stimulates circulation.

Patchouli: Awakens lust and fertility. Stimulates yin (feminine) energies.

Rose: A very popular and effective aphrodisiac! Encourages romantic moods and attracts sensuality.

Sandalwood: Improves the mood and the connection between mind and body and also removes depression.

Ylang-Ylang: (pronounced E'läng-E'läng), Balances yin and yang energies, self love and confidence, calms and relaxes. Exotic sweet floral scent.

Good luck in your aromatic journey to great sex!