Aromatherapy against winter blues

November 10, 2025

Natural support for well-being during the winter blues with aromatherapy

The dark season not only brings cooler temperatures, but can also affect our mood. Less sunlight, less exercise, and gray days can lead to feelings of lethargy and low spirits. Known in English as SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) – in Germany as the winter blues. Aromatherapy can help alleviate the winter blues and promote more energy and well-being. and to support body and mind.

Tamara Schmid has compiled her best tips against the winter blues for us:

The colloquial term "winter blues" refers to the dip in mood that often occurs during the winter months. This is because we lack a significant amount of sunlight and physical activity in winter, and this change can affect some people. Their energy levels decrease, motivation drops, and a depressive mood can creep in. However, with a few simple tricks, we can counteract the winter blues.

Uplifting and opening fragrances

Essential oils have a stabilizing effect on our overall system and help improve our mood. Uplifting essential oils cheer us up and give us energy. Helpful options include lemon, grapefruit, sweet orange, lime, bergamot, or mandarin. They also work well in combination with fresh, invigorating essential oils such as lemon myrtle, cardamom, eucalyptus globulus, or cajeput. As a room fragrance in the morning or in an inhaler before an important task, they can boost motivation.

Warming and comforting scents

Warming and comforting essential oils can also be helpful during these phases. They give us a feeling of gentle embrace and well-being, such as benzoin, vanilla, jasmine, orange blossom (neroli), rose, ylang-ylang, and sandalwood. These oils can be used in a roll-on, a foot bath, or simply for gently scenting a room. Treat yourself! Observe the basic dilution rules on the dosage chart .

Vitamin D and social contacts

In consultation with your doctor, it can also be helpful to start taking vitamin D supplements in the autumn. A balanced diet, meeting friends, pursuing hobbies, and regular exercise help us stay active and stabilize our mood.

Tamara Schmid, Registered Nurse, Psychiatry
Certified Aromatherapist, Resilience & Wellbeing Consultant (in training)