Using Herbs for
Aphrodisiac

Herbs to enhance sex have held a fascination for all peoples and countries worldwide since Adam and Eve. Many aphrodisiac and herbs and oils increase sexual desire by creating moods and emotions conductive to lovemaking. Intimate, relaxing massage with essential oil synergies will awaken the senses. Use oils that have aphrodisiac and stimulating properties in aroma lamps and scented candles to set the mood. The enlightened use of aphrodisics is beneficial for sexual dysfunction, frigidity, and impotence, partly due to the hormonal influence of herbs and partly due to their ability to relieve anxiety and fear.

Indian and Asian Ashwagandha's acts as a mild sedative, an anti-inflammatory and a libido booster. The chemically active ingredients in ashwagandha, withanolides, appear to have a steroid like effect, meaning that they indirectly increase activity of steroidal hormones like testosterone and progesterone. Because of testosterone's effect on sex drive, this could be what is behind ashwagandha's purported aphrodisiac effects. Traditional Ayurvedic physicians prescribe the root as an all purpose tonic, similar to ginseng, and it's effects will take some time to be noticed. Tribulus Terrestris, another herb out of India may enhance the production of the luteinizing hormone (LH), a hormone that also enhances sex drive and libido and the natural production of testosterone. Sanskrit texts included Cubeb in various remedies, including as a legendary aphrodisiac, however modern herbalists don't recommend it. ¹ Epimedium (horny goat weed)Recent research has confirmed that Yin Yang Huo can increase sperm production and stimulate sexual desire.

South and Central American : Damiana is used in the treatment of low libido, premature ejaculation, and impotence, but there is some doubt as to the strength and potency of most dried extracts sold on the herbal market. The legendary damina tea drunk by Mexican women to improve sex was made from the fresh herb. Damina may be a better tonic of the female reproductive system than it is an aphrodisiac. Muira puama contains the numerous chemicals and volatile oils that restore the sex drive. There is no hard evidence that Wild yam arouses women sexually, but salves made from it can make intercourse more comfortable for women over 40 and are a fine substitute for estrogen creams used as vaginal lubricants.⁴

From the Pacific Islands we have Kava kava can induce hallucinations and heighten sexuality when taken at high doses. It evokes warmth and can stimulate the genitals. Drink kava kava tea no more than one hour before sex- or you may succumb to the desire for sleep ³ African Yohimbe increases blood flow to the genitals of both males and females giving women an enhanced sensation and engorgement of genital organs.

Using Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy for Lovers Many aromatic oils increase sexual desire by creating moods and emotions conductive to lovemaking. Intimate, relaxing massage with essential oil synergies will awaken the senses. Use oils that have aphrodisiac and stimulating properties in aroma lamps and scented candles to set the mood. Massage with Clary Sage oil is beneficial for sexual dysfunction, frigidity, and impotence, partly due to hormonal influence and partly due to clary's ability to relieve anxiety and fear. Jasmine oil is a notable aphrodisiac, warming and relaxing the body. It also acts on the male sexual organs, warming and strengthening. Sensual and evocative, Rose has been used since ancient times as a favorite ingredient in love potions, and as an aphrodisiac. It reduces anxiety connected with sex, helping calms emotions that block arousal.³ Sandalwood's musky fragrance smells very much like alpha-androstenol, a male pheromone present in human sweat, which may help explain sandalwood's ancient reputation as an aphrodisiac. In addition sandalwood is a hormone regulator and affects the pituitary gland. Ylang ylang extra has an intense floral, sweet, jasmine-like, almost narcotic sensual, euphoric aroma, perfect for loving massages.