Aromatherapy for Your Soul:
Uma’s Upayas™
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Several years ago, I launched Uma’s Upayas™ Aromatherapy Navagraha Elixirs—a line of essential oil blends designed to support the planetary energies in your Vedic chart.
Today, I’m excited to share where this journey has led.
I now practice at The Muriel Suite, an intuitive healing arts practice in the heart of downtown Bloomington, Indiana. You can find me at the Fountain Square Mall, Suite 250, where I offer these elixirs as upayas (remedial measures) for my Vedic astrology clients.
But that’s not all.
I also offer aromatherapy “tasting” readings—scent readings where we explore your unique relationship with essential oils.
Here’s how it works:
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We start with the Navagraha elixirs I’ve already made
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Then we branch into smelling individual essential oil testers
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You follow your nose and choose what appeals to you
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You create your own custom essential oil blend based on your preferences
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Then we look at your Vedic chart to see which planets are being activated by your choices
It’s a beautiful, intuitive way to discover what your body and soul already know.
But first, let me share the research behind it all: how aromatherapy works, and which oils belong to which planet.
How Does Aromatherapy Work?
The limbic system is the part of your brain responsible for:
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Emotion
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Memory
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Trauma storage
Scent is a direct line to this system. When you smell something, it bypasses your rational brain and goes straight to your emotions and memories.
That’s why a whiff of your grandmother’s perfume can suddenly make you cry—or the smell of baking bread can instantly make you feel safe.
Pure essential oils work the same way. They help you:
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Release trapped emotions
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Shift your feelings about past memories
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Support the planetary energies in your chart
Here’s the key: Synthetic scents (like modern perfumes) fall under the planet Uranus—unpredictable, artificial, and often overwhelming.
But pure essential oils are ruled by the natural planets. Each oil carries the energy of a specific graha. When you use the right oil, you can support that planet’s highest qualities in yourself.
Below is my research on which oils belong to which planet.
Surya (Sun) – Vitality, Leadership, Soul
The Sun rules oils that are warming, golden, and expansive—scents that evoke confidence, generosity, and benevolence.
Essential oils for the Sun:
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Cypress, lavender, geranium, chamomile
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Cinnamon, frankincense, benzoin, elemi
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Cedar (Culpeper places cedar under Sun and Mars)
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Citrus oils like orange (warm climates, sunny colors, spherical shape)
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Saffron (golden and precious, like the Sun’s metal)
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Rosemary (warming)
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Flowers that are golden, bright yellow, or large and showy (like chamomile)
What they support: Leo’s benevolence of character, generosity of spirit, vitality, and soul expression.
Chandra (Moon) – Emotions, Nurturing, Memory
The Moon rules white and night-blooming florals—scents that are poignant, melancholy, soothing, and tranquil.
Essential oils for the Moon:
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Frankincense, cypress, rose, galbanum, honeysuckle, patchouli (letting go of the past)
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Chamomile, melissa, sandalwood, geranium, ylang ylang, rose, vetiver, lavender, neroli (tranquility)
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Benzoin, clary sage, marjoram, lavender, chamomile, frankincense, geranium, jasmine, melissa, cypress (easing fear of the future)
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Jasmine (white, night-blooming)
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Orris (Iris) root (poignant, melancholy, perfectly lunar)
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Violet (cold florals)
What they support: Letting go of the past, emotional tranquility, easing fear, and soothing the inner world.
Budha (Mercury) – Intellect, Communication, Nerves
Mercury rules herbs and volatile top notes—scents that evaporate quickly, true to speedy Mercury’s fleetness of foot.
Essential oils for Mercury:
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Lavender, marjoram, cardamom (herbal scents, top notes)
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Peppermint, rosemary, helichrysum, basil, black pepper, lemon, verbena (mental acuity)
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Lavender, marjoram, ylang ylang, angelica, chamomile, melissa, patchouli (soothing an overzealous mind)
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Sandalwood, vetiver, patchouli, cedarwood, clary sage, lavender, neroli, melissa (reducing compulsive need for organization)
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Marjoram, cardamom, ginger, lemon, grapefruit, petitgrain, valerian, thyme, hops, galbanum (supporting health while lowering obsessive worry)
What they support: Mental clarity, communication, soothing overwhelmed nerves, and reducing anxiety.
Shukra (Venus) – Love, Beauty, Harmony, Creativity
Venus rules flowers in general and heart notes—the sweet, beautiful, romantic scents that form the mid-notes of a perfume blend.
Essential oils for Venus:
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Rose, ylang ylang (the workhorses of perfumery, perfect heart notes)
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Rosemary, ginger, peppermint, melissa, frankincense, eucalyptus, cardamom, basil, lemongrass (stimulating creativity)
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Chamomile, lavender, cypress, rose, sandalwood, jasmine, geranium, neroli, clary sage (harmony and peace)
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Frankincense, patchouli, ylang ylang, rosemary, peppermint, bergamot, eucalyptus, lemon (bringing out the best in social situations)
What they support: Creativity, harmony, peace, beauty, love, and joyful social connection.
Mangala (Mars) – Energy, Courage, Action
Mars rules pungent and peppery spices—scents that are hot, assertive, and fiery, matching the warrior planet’s energy.
Essential oils for Mars:
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Chamomile, lavender, marjoram, rose, patchouli, celery seed, peppermint (softening and calming Martian fire)
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Geranium, frankincense, cedarwood, clary sage, elemi, sandalwood, vetiver, neroli, spikenard (developing warrior wisdom)
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Basil, black pepper, juniper, eucalyptus, tea tree, cardamom, geranium, lemon, grapefruit, peppermint, rosemary, sage (supporting health and strength)
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Black pepper, ginger, galangal (pungent, peppery spices)
What they support: Calming aggression, developing courage and wisdom, physical strength, and healthy assertion.
Guru (Jupiter) – Wisdom, Expansion, Abundance
Jupiter rules rich, deep, incense-like base notes—scents that add warmth, depth, and a sense of sacred abundance.
Essential oils for Jupiter:
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Copaiba, Peru balsam, Tolu balsam, tonka bean, opoponax, styrax (incensey base notes)
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Sandalwood, rosewood, elemi, vetiver, ylang ylang, geranium, rose, cedarwood, jasmine (supporting self-worth and self-esteem)
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Tea tree, eucalyptus, vetiver, geranium, thyme, hyssop, rose, clary sage, melissa, helichrysum, rosemary (encouraging freedom and adventure)
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Patchouli, peppermint, basil, juniper, frankincense, pine, rosemary, neroli, melissa, sage, grapefruit, clary sage, helichrysum, bergamot (bringing out the best in social or learning situations)
What they support: Self-worth, adventure, wisdom, generosity, and spiritual expansion.
Shani (Saturn) – Discipline, Structure, Healing
Saturn rules grounding, deep, and healing scents—oils that help with boundaries, structure, and releasing what no longer serves.
Essential oils for Saturn:
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Sandalwood, patchouli, vetiver, lavender, chamomile, melissa, marjoram, bergamot, lemon, petitgrain, jasmine (easing burnout from overwork)
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Jasmine, peppermint, vetiver, elemi, rosemary, basil, melissa, helichrysum (reconnecting with emotional needs)
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Neroli, frankincense, chamomile, rose, jasmine, melissa, lavender (assisting the sense of aloneness and paranoia)
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Geranium, lavender, sandalwood, clary sage, cedarwood, vetiver (tempering greed and aggression)
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Hyacinth, cedarwood, elemi, rose, geranium, rosewood, helichrysum, palmarosa, cypress (bringing Capricorn out of their internal shell)
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Eucalyptus, camphor, tea tree, cypress, ginger, lavender, rosemary, lemon, juniper, pine (alleviating stiffness, especially in knees)
What they support: Healing burnout, emotional connection, grounding, and physical well-being.
Rahu (North Node) – Desire, Obsession, Transformation
Rahu rules intense, exotic, and boundary-dissolving scents—oils that help with addiction, obsession, and deep transformation.
Essential oils for Rahu:
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Coriander, lemon, peppermint, rose, chamomile, marjoram, lavender, mandarin, ylang ylang, juniper, sage (softening hard, stubborn edges)
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Geranium, lavender, sandalwood, clary sage, cedarwood, vetiver (tempering greed and aggression)
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Lavender, neroli, sandalwood, patchouli, ginger, elemi, frankincense, rose, angelica, ylang ylang, chamomile, immortelle, campaca, carnation, hyacinth (soothing and comforting the inner world)
What they support: Softening rigidity, tempering greed, soothing obsession, and supporting transformation.
Ketu (South Node) – Spirituality, Detachment, Healing
Ketu rules high-vibrational, sacred, and grounding scents—oils that support spiritual practice, intuition, and release.
Essential oils for Ketu:
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Rose, jasmine, lavender, hyacinth, melissa, linden blossom, carnation, champaca, immortelle, lotus, violet leaf, neroli, vetiver, myrrh, ylang ylang, sandalwood, patchouli, frankincense, angelica, rosemary, elemi, vanilla (supporting healing practices)
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Sandalwood, frankincense, ylang ylang, vetiver, melissa, elemi, rose, neroli, angelica, jasmine, clary sage (supporting intuition and sensitivity)
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Rosemary, peppermint, black pepper, bergamot, helichrysum, basil, cedarwood (grounding spaciness and disconnection)
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Neroli, frankincense, chamomile, rose, jasmine, melissa, lavender (assisting the sense of aloneness and paranoia)
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Clary sage, spikenard, frankincense, marjoram, melissa, sandalwood, ylang ylang, lavender, geranium, vetiver (helping with fear of being out in the world)
What they support: Healing, intuition, grounding, spiritual connection, and release.
Visit Me at The Muriel Suite
I now offer all of these elixirs and more at my new location:
The Muriel Suite
Fountain Square Mall, Suite 250
Downtown Bloomington, Indiana
Come see me for:
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Upayas – Custom essential oil remedies for your Vedic chart
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Aromatherapy “Tasting” Readings – Discover which planets are calling to you through your sense of smell
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Custom Blending – Create your own unique essential oil blend based on your nose’s preferences
No appointment is needed to purchase elixirs. But for a full scent reading and chart consultation, please book ahead.
Final Thoughts
Aromatherapy is not just about nice smells. It’s about medicine—for the body, the emotions, and the soul.
When you find the right oil for your planetary imbalances, something shifts. You feel lighter. Clearer. More yourself.
That’s the magic of upaya. And that’s what I’m honored to offer you.
Come smell the planets. Your nose already knows the way.
🔮 Ready to discover your planetary scent profile? Visit me at The Muriel Suite in downtown Bloomington, or book a virtual aromatherapy reading.
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