Flower Power: All about the power of flowers

Flowers brighten our homes, mark special occasions, and show our affection… But did you know that the power of flowers is strong? Flowers have effects on the body, on the mind, and influence our emotions. This Mother’s Day, Omnisens honors the flower: keep reading to learn all about flowers, from their beauty benefits to their hidden meanings!

The benefits of flowers for the body and mind

Since time immemorial, flowers have earned a special place in natural medicine and herbal therapy. In aromatherapy, the science of applied scents, it is common to treat certain ailments or discomforts with flowers, especially through their distillation which allows the extraction of essential oil. Some flowers have even become ingrained in the collective mind as natural remedies of choice: arnica for healing bruises, chamomile to soothe sore throats, lavender to restore sleep…

In aromachology, the science of inhaled scents, flowers have also proven their worth. Born in Japan, aromachology studies the influence of smells on the brain and emotions. Many studies have shown that the brain reacts to the scent of flowers by emitting waves. These measurable waves demonstrate the positive effect of certain flowers on our nervous system. Thus, jasmine would boost good cheer, while orange blossom would calm the mind, and rose would lower the heart rate…

The cosmetic virtues of flowers

Besides their health and well-being virtues, flowers are full of proven cosmetic properties. That is why they are at the heart of our Garden of Senses, and have become a key ingredient in several of our formulas. Discover below the flowers of Omnisens and their well-kept beauty secrets:

• The cotton flower

Soothing, moisturizing, and revitalizing, it is at the heart of our facial care range, especially in our day creams, as well as in the NUAGE D’EAU moisturizing mask.

• The cherry blossom

Soothing, antioxidant, and protective, it is known worldwide for its anti-aging virtues. That is why our facial creams SOUFFLE DE FRAÎCHEUR and SECRETS DU TEMPS both contain it.

• Magnolia

Soothing, comforting, and protective, magnolia calms the irritations the skin undergoes daily. That is why we included it in the formula of the POUDRE DE DOUCEUR scrub, to exfoliate the skin without harming it.

• Wild pansy

A true glow booster, this flower is a concentrate of hydration and comfort for the skin. It is therefore quite naturally that we also chose it for the formula of the NUAGE D’EAU moisturizing mask.

The language of flowers and their meaning

The language of flowers is said to have been born in the Middle East centuries ago. It is told that the daughter of a pasha, madly in love with a penniless young man, invented this floral ruse to secretly exchange messages with her suitor…

Even today, this subtle way of sending a message endures: one does not give the same flowers to a friend, a lover, or one’s mother… Nor depending on the occasion, of course!

Omnisens has cleared the way for you with 4 main categories of flowers to guide you on your next market stroll!

• Flowers of joy

Cheerfulness, good mood, luck: many flowers evoke these happy feelings. Among them are azalea, buttercup, hyacinth, lily of the valley, gladiolus, and sunflower. These joyful and colorful flowers are given to our best friend to celebrate a birthday or a great success!

• Flowers of passion

These are flowers that evoke seduction, declarations of love, and romantic feelings… Of course, there is the rose, but also camellia, poppy, jasmine, daffodil, red peony, and orchid. They are chosen for our beloved, for an anniversary of meeting, or to declare one’s love!

• Flowers of hope

They evoke sincerity, safety, trust, or hope: these flowers are ideal to express encouragement, thank a faithful friendship, or celebrate Mother’s Day. They include anemone, begonia, honeysuckle, lavender, and mimosa.

• Flowers of discretion

These are flowers chosen to comfort or console, but not only that. These flowers with unmatched grace also evoke purity, innocence, and discretion. Among them are acacia, gardenia, lily, pink peony, and carnation.