In the busy world today, it is easy to let stress get the best of us. So many errands to run, long work hours, busy driving kids here and there... it can all get to be too much.
Take a time out and enjoy some much needed relaxation. Take a deep breath and give yourself some credit, you are doing the best you can in this busy world.
Aromatherapy can help relieve stress and create a relaxing environment. Let essential oils assist you as you inhale these stress-relieving aromas. Try this diffuser recipe to help you "De-Stress".
Destress Diffuser Blend Ingredients
Are you feeling stressed out? If so, you're not alone. According to the American Psychological Association, stress is one of the most common mental health problems in the United States.
While there are many ways to relieve stress, using essential oils can be a great option. Here are the essential oils for stress relief that are in this de-stress diffuser blend.
Lavender essential oil
Lavender essential oil has a fragrant aroma that offers many therapeutic benefits. It is well known for soothing and calming the nervous system. Works well at taking care of our well-being, even earning the name "mothering oil". When comfort is needed, call on lavender.
- Lavender has a calming scent that can help soothe the mind and body, making it great for relieving stress and tension.
- You can use lavender oil in a diffuser to fill your home with its calming aroma, or add a few drops to your bath to help you relax.
- You can even mix a few drops of lavender essential oil with a carrier oil such as jojoba and massage it into your skin for a relaxing massage.
Lavender essential oil is also known to help improve sleep quality, making it a great tool for winding down after a long day.
Bergamot essential oil
Bergamot essential oil has a sweet and fruity aroma that provides relaxing effects as it uplifts the senses. It has the ability to promote harmony, decrease anxiety, and restore vitality throughout the mind and body.
Using bergamot essential oil, one can experience the purifying process of deep cleansing to the mind, body, and spirit, allowing for a greater sense of balance and harmony.
Yang ylang essential oil
Last but not least is ylang ylang essential oil. This oils provocative aroma helps to bring peace and serenity to relationships. It can dissipate anger, calm nervous tension, and settle restlessness.
FYI: Ylang ylang can cause headaches or nausea in sensitive people or in large doses. If it is bothersome to you, you can omit this oil or lessen the drops to only one drop for the recipe.
Stress Relief Essential Oil Diffuser Blend
Aromatherapy can help relieve stress and create a relaxing environment. Aromatherapy diffusers are a great way to enjoy the benefits of essential oils. Try this diffuser recipe to help you "De-Stress". This blend is made with calming essential oils that will help you relax and de-stress in no time.
De-Stress Diffuser Recipe |
Directions: Add drops of oils to your aromatherapy diffuser with the recommended water for your machine. Turn on and enjoy! |
Lavender and bergamot are listed as OK for kids 2+. Ylang ylang can be used with caution, kids tend to be OK with the oil when inhaled but topically it can cause skin irritation or sensitization. You may want to omit ylang ylang when children are around if you have any concerns or diffuse in a room without them present.
Don't have a diffuser?
You could also use this healing blend on an aromatherapy inhaler. Add 6 drops lavender, 4 drops bergamot and 2 drops ylang ylang. Learn more about using essential oil inhalers.
Another great way to destress is by practicing yoga, check out all the yoga benefits you can experience. You may also like to read about dry brushing and how it can improve your well-being.
Essential Oil Diffusers Guide
How to Aromatherapy Diffusing Guide with 200+ Diffuser Blends by Jennifer Lane, Loving Essential Oils Owner & Certified Aromatherapist:
List of Essential Oils for Stress Relief
Essential oils have been shown to be effective at reducing stress levels, and they can be used in a variety of ways. This list includes some of the best essential oils for stress relief. Use them alone or combine them to create your own personal blend.
This is a great list to start with!
- Basil
- Bergamot
- Cedarwood
- Chamomile
- Clary Sage
- Frankincense
- Geranium
- Grapefruit
- Jasmine
- Lavender
- Lemon
- Lime
- Mandarin
- Neroli
- Patchouli
- Peppermint
- Roman Chamomile
- Rose
- Sandalwood
- Spikenard
- Tangerine
- Vanilla
- Ylang Ylang
More Essential Oils for Stress and Daily Issues
There are many essential oils that can help to destress and relax you, here are a few more to try. Different oils work for different people, see what works best for you. Smell them and see if what essential oil brings you joy and balance to your life.
Eucalyptus Essential Oil
Eucalyptus is one of the most popular essential oils for diffusing due to its calming and soothing properties. It helps to reduce stress and anxiety levels while providing a pleasant, woody aroma.
Plus, eucalyptus is known to improve concentration and mental clarity. Add a few drops of this oil to your diffuser and enjoy the aromatherapy benefits all day.
Tea Tree Essential Oil
Tea Tree Essential Oil is a must-have for any essential oil diffuser. With its sharp, penetrating scent, Tea Tree Oil is a powerful antiseptic and disinfectant. It is also widely used for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties, making it a great choice for fighting off infections, skin irritations, and allergies.
Tea Tree Oil is also a great addition to your diffuser as it helps to clear the air and create a pleasant, uplifting environment. Plus, its fresh, invigorating scent will add a special touch of relaxation to your home.
Lemon Essential Oil
Lemon essential oil is a popular choice for diffusing, and it’s easy to see why. Its clean, bright and invigorating scent is uplifting and energizing, and can help to sharpen focus.
This oil is also a natural disinfectant and can help to purify the air and surfaces in your home. If you’re looking for a refreshing, uplifting scent, lemon essential oil is a great choice for diffusing.
The use of aromatherapy, massage, and other holistic therapies can help to evoke positive feelings, allowing us to experience a sense of balance and harmony throughout our mind and body, as well as helping to reduce stress and anxiety, while at the same time providing us with a sense of relaxation and well-being, thus allowing us to truly appreciate and savor our feelings.
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More About Diffusing Essential Oils
Not familiar with diffusing essential oils? Diffusing essential oils can be really wonderful and a great way to use your essential oils every day. Essential oil diffusers are devices that allow you to disperse essential oils into the air. You can learn more about diffusing oils here:
- What Is An Essential Oil Diffuser
- Benefits of Diffusing Essential Oils
- How To Use An Essential Oil Diffuser
The brain is a powerful tool that can be used to help regulate the body's natural processes, such as improving mood, reducing stress, and promoting relaxation, by releasing endorphins and other hormones that help to stimulate the senses and create a sense of balance and harmony throughout the mind and body.
Happy diffusing!
