Why These Essential Oils Were Chosen for Hormonal Health: Research-Based Support for Soluna & Eve Perfumes

At Soluna and Eve, we create luxury, all-natural perfumes that help women sync their rituals with their hormonal health. Each blend is carefully crafted using essential oils that are backed by research on their effectiveness for women’s hormonal balance. The perfumes are designed to support each phase of the menstrual cycle (Menstrual, Follicular, Ovulation and Luteal).

Here’s an evidence-based explanation of why we use specific essential oils in each phase, along with research-backed findings on how they help.

The Science Behind These Essential Oils

Lavender and Clary Sage are integral to all our perfume blends, providing consistent support throughout the cycle due to their proven benefits for hormonal health. Here's why:

Lavender Essential Oil (Lavandula angustifolia)

Lavender Essential Oil is widely known for its calming and anxiety-reducing properties. A systematic review of 11 clinical trials involving 972 participants found that 10 studies reported significant reductions in anxiety levels after inhalation of Lavender oil. One study specifically demonstrated a reduction in stress levels, highlighting its effectiveness in reducing discomfort during the menstrual cycle (Source).

Clary Sage Essential Oil (Salvia sclarea)

Clary Sage Essential Oil has demonstrated effectiveness in reducing cortisol levels, the hormone associated with stress. A study involving 22 postmenopausal women diagnosed with depression found that inhalation of Clary Sage significantly decreased cortisol levels while increasing serotonin levels, indicating its potential antidepressant effects (Source).

O1 Menstrual Phase Perfume: Grounding & Restorative

During our period, rest and self-care are essential. The essential oils in our Menstrual Perfume are specifically chosen to promote relaxation and help ease emotional stress.

Supporting Essential Oils & Scientific Benefits:

• Mandarin: Research has shown that Mandarin Essential Oil has calming, anti-inflammatory, and mood-enhancing properties, making it an ideal choice for easing menstrual discomfort. A study published in PMC highlights the oil’s ability to alleviate stress, reduce anxiety, and improve emotional well-being, all of which are important during menstruation (Source).
• Peppermint: A study found that Peppermint Essential Oil significantly reduced symptoms of PMS, including emotional tension and fatigue. Its refreshing aroma helps promote mental clarity and a sense of calm—making it a powerful addition to the menstrual phase for emotional support and hormone-friendly relief (Source).
• Patchouli: Patchouli Essential Oil has been found to have significant mood-enhancing and anti-inflammatory effects, making it beneficial during the menstrual phase. Studies suggest that Patchouli oil can help alleviate symptoms of anxiety and stress, promoting emotional stability and relaxation during menstruation. (Source).
• Neroli: Known for its anti-stress effects, can reduce feelings of irritability and emotional instability. Research shows that Neroli Essential Oil can reduce stress hormones, making it an ideal oil for the menstrual phase (Source).

O2 Follicular Phase Perfume: Fresh & Uplifting

The Follicular Phase represents a time of renewal and energy, and our Follicular Perfume was formulated with oils that promote clarity and uplift your mood, keeping you energised and focused.

Supporting Essential Oils & Scientific Benefits:

• Bergamot: Bergamot Essential Oilhas mood-lifting effects that are scientifically proven. A study published in ScienceDirect showed that Bergamot reduces anxiety and depression, helping you stay positive and focused during the follicular phase when emotional clarity is key (Source).
• Lime: Well-known for its energising and uplifting properties. Studies show that Lime Essential Oil helps to improve mood and energy levels, promoting alertness and focus. Lime oil can increase your mood stability, making it the perfect oil for the fresh and energetic nature of the follicular phase (Source).
• Geranium: Shown to reduce stress and promote emotional balance. Research indicates that Geranium Essential Oil helps stabilise mood fluctuations, reducing the emotional volatility often seen in women during hormonal changes, providing a sense of calm and vitality (Source).

O3 Ovulation Phase Perfume – Feminine & Floral

The Ovulation Phase is a time of peak energy, and our Ovulation Perfume was designed to enhance your feminine energy and support hormonal balance.

Supporting Essential Oils & Scientific Benefits:

• Geranium: Like lavender, Geranium Essential Oil is supportive in maintaining emotional balance. Research has shown that Geranium can reduce mood swings while promoting vitality and mental clarity during ovulation (Source).
• Jasmine: Research has shown that Jasmine Essential Oil can have a positive impact on women's health, especially during the ovulation phase. A study found that Jasmine significantly enhances sexual desire and mood, increasing sexual arousal and satisfaction (Source). These benefits make Jasmine oil a valuable addition to support hormonal balance and well-being during the ovulation phase of the menstrual cycle.
• Ylang Ylang: Ylang ylang Essential Oil has been shown to ease anxiety and elevate mood, while also offering gentle aphrodisiac effects that may support sexual desire and emotional connection (Source). These properties make it especially supportive during the ovulation phase, when confidence, emotional balance, and vitality naturally peak.

O4 Luteal Phase Perfume – Uplifting Citrus & Grounding

The Luteal Phase is the pre-menstrual phase, a time often marked by mood swings and PMS symptoms. Our Luteal Perfume uses essential oils that uplift the mood and provide emotional support to help alleviate these common PMS symptoms.

Supporting Essential Oils & Scientific Benefits:

• Orange: Research shows that Sweet Orange Essential Oil can help alleviate symptoms of pain and anxiety, which are common during the luteal phase and PMS. A clinical trial found that inhaling Sweet Orange oil reduced pain intensity and significantly lowered anxiety levels (Source). These benefits can be especially helpful during the luteal phase, when hormonal fluctuations often lead to heightened discomfort and emotional stress.
• Lemon: Lemon Essential Oil has shown significant benefits in reducing anxiety and improving physiological well-being, which can be especially helpful during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, when experiencing PMS symptoms. A systematic review highlighted its ability to reduce anxiety (Source). 
• Geranium: Has been shown to support emotional balance. A study found that women with PMS symptoms during the luteal phase experienced a boost in cerebral blood flow when inhaling Geranium Essential Oil (Source). This suggests that geranium may help enhance mood and reduce stress, making it an ideal choice for supporting emotional well-being during the luteal phase.
• Grapefruit: Shown to help reduce cortisol levels (Source), which can lower stress-related symptoms. During the luteal phase when stress is heightened and hormones fluctuate, Grapefruit Essential Oil can provide a calming effect by supporting the reduction of stress hormones, helping to maintain emotional balance and well-being.

Each of our perfumes is designed to work harmoniously with your body’s natural rhythms. We've carefully selected each research-backed essential oil to ensure maximum support for your hormonal health and emotional well-being. The natural ingredients in Soluna and Eve hormone-safe perfumes not only smell luxurious but work scientifically to support hormonal balance, reduce stress, and promote emotional stability throughout your cycle.

Shop the Cycle Collection today and discover the power of natural, hormone-safe perfumes!