https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/features/best-scents-for-waking-up Best Scents for Waking Up Medically Reviewed by Melinda Ratini, MS, DO on July 23, 2021 Written by Jennifer Lyons Which Scents Should You Try? What You Should Know Before Trying New Scents 3 min read | Listen If you struggle to stay alert throughout the day, you might wake yourself up with a cup of coffee or a walk around the block. However, many people don’t know that the right scents can be just as effective for getting over the afternoon slump. Using scents to improve your health or mood is known as aromatherapy. Aromatherapy is the practice of smelling essential oils derived from plants. In aromatherapy, the scents are typically sprayed on a pillow, added to a diffuser, placed in a bath or shower, or sprayed around the room. Which Scents Should You Try? If you’re looking to use aromatherapy in your routine, it’s important to know that not all scen...