Connoted negatively in our society, the lack of libido often leads to a fear of talking about it, for reasons that can be different from one person to another. Whether it is the fear of judgment, of being misunderstood, of appearing abnormal, of hurting someone, of the other person's reaction, these fears are very present and lock the person in a negative bubble for him or her but also for the couple. Libido disorders are neither serious nor abnormal. Indeed, this can happen in everyone's life and should not be a sign of shame or embarrassment.

Sexuality is very important and impacts everyone's life. The pain that can result when we experience negative emotions is therefore difficult to live, but nature can accompany us and guide us on the path to a fulfilled sexuality and a recovered libido.

Keep in mind that while allopathic pharmacy can be a great help when you're feeling under the weather, it can also bring a host of side effects such as libido disturbances. Examples include psychotropic drugs, antihypertensives, beta-blockers, some prostate cancer drugs, contraceptives, some appetite suppressants, etc. These medications, although essential for some, are not part of an overall healthy lifestyle. So you may want to think about the impact they may have on your sex life.

ZOOM : ESSENTIAL OILS AND LIBIDO

Aromatherapy plays an indispensable role in this quest for sexual well-being because the oils have an impact on the physical, emotional and energetic spheres. The loss of libido being a holistic concern, we will finally understand why essential oils can help and accompany both the woman and the man to restore the situation at several levels of the being.

SOME FORMULAS FOR WOMEN

• 20 drops of ylang-ylang essential oil
• 10 drops of essential oil of Damask rose
• 15 drops of vegetable oil of your choice. Choose a dry oil such as jojoba or apricot kernel oil.

Prepare your mixture and ask your companion to massage the lower spine (on the fall of the kidneys) several times a day. Don't wait until you're having a cuddly evening to start this little massage treatment, because it won't be as effective as if you'd adopted this routine into your daily routine several days ago.

Why is ylang-ylang essential oil so often used for sexual problems? Simply because it is a so-called aphrodisiac oil and it will be much better suited if there are difficulties in expressing emotions in the female sphere. Although it is more suitable for women, men will not be totally insensitive to its charm and its roundness.

AND FOR MEN?

Because men generally experience sexuality differently than women, libido concerns may be less frequent but sexual fatigue may exist in men. Very often, fatigue, routine or stressful daily life can lead you to experience some moments of tension and therefore disturbance in your sexuality.

Men will need to review their lifestyle to ensure they have a proper balance. They will also be able to use essential oils to accompany them on this impotence which could undermine them in their personal life.

These gentlemen will prefer to go for essential oils with a more masculine character such as ginger, cinnamon or even bergamot mint. As these are either hormone-like or dermocaustic, we invite you to contact your natural health therapist to obtain a detailed assessment of your situation and to advise you on the best synergies adapted to your personal case.

But remember that despite all the recipes you could use, the only one that is really essential is simply love.

Sources: Danielle Festy and André Bitsas