This is only one aspect of the field of aromatherapy, which is currently increasing in popularity. The petals are soft and silken to the touch. Phenylethylamine, or PEA, is a chemical in roses that helps give them their distinctive scent. So chemically and scientifically speaking, this is why smelling roses helps us remain happy and promotes feelings of love. It s probably no surprise, too, that PEA is also present in chocolate.
Many people believe that a good or happy mood leads to a healthy immune system.
So smelling roses, or other favorite fragrant flowers, can help boost your health and well being, in addition to promoting a healthy love life. The latter were the favorite flower of the famous lovers Napoleon and Josephine. If you prefer exotic scents, you might find tuberose tantalizing, jasmine exciting, or narcissus addictive. During this ancient period, this oil of lilies was made from 2,000 stems and was often associated with sexuality in the Orient. Today the purchased scent may be synthetic, but is still used for calming and to create a relaxed attitude.