Quality sleep is necessary for healthy living. Most people need 7-8 hours of sleep to function correctly the next day. Here are 10 Sleep Essential Oil Diffuser Blends to help you accomplish just that!

Essential oils are natural plant extracts that contain the plant's essence. They are used in aromatherapy and many more applications. They are highly concentrated and volatile oils (meaning they evaporate quickly). You can inhale them or apply them to your body.

Diffusing essential oils is one of the most popular ways to use them. An aromatherapy diffuser can get microscopic oil molecules into the air. You benefit from inhaling the molecules and smelling the aroma of the essential oils. Learn more about the benefits of diffusing.

Best Essential Oils for Sleep

Thankfully, many essential oils can assist you in getting a good night's sleep. Here are sleep essential oils to try. This is not an exhaustive list, just some of my favorites:

• Lavender essential oil
• Roman Chamomile essential oil
• Sweet Marjoram essential oil
• Clary Sage essential oil
• Cedarwood essential oil
• Vetiver essential oil
• Bergamot essential oil
• Valerian essential oil
• Frankincense essential oil
• Sandalwood essential oil

10 Sleep Essential Oil Diffuser Blends

Below are 10 sleep essential oil diffuser blends! Simply pick one of the recipes below you like, fill your aromatherapy diffuser with the recommended amount of water, and add drops of essential oils from your chosen oil blend.

Turn on your machine and enjoy the wonderful aromatic mist filling your indoor space. Here are some great diffuser blends for sleep to try:

1. Goodnight Diffuser Blend

Both lavender oil and bergamot oil have profound effects on the nervous system. They are ideal for calming anxiety and depression and relaxing the mind and body. Try this easy essential oil recipe blend for a good night.

• 4 drops Lavender
• 3 drops Bergamot

2. Sweet Dreams

Sandalwood and vetiver are grounding oils that offer a sense of connection and balance. The sweet floral oils of lavender and chamomile offer more than a pretty scent; they have strong sedative properties that can help those with insomnia.

• 2 drops Lavender
• 2 drops Sandalwood
• 2 drops Roman Chamomile
• 2 drops Vetiver

3. Sleep Good Diffuser Recipe

Sandalwood essential oil promotes a sense of tranquility for those who smell and experience it. Use this diffuser blend at bedtime to alleviate the worry, fear, stress, and anxiety that life brings.

• 3 drops Lavender
• 2 drops Sandalwood
• 1 drop Vetiver

4. Sleep Tight Kid-Friendly Diffuser Blend

Cedarwood essential oil is a favorite for respiratory support and is perfect for diffuser use at bedtime. This recipe is a good diffuser blend for children.

• 2 drops Cedarwood
• 2 drops Orange
• 2 drops Lavender

5. Bedtime Bouquet

The name says it all, these flower essential oils are just right for a bedtime blend. They have calming and soothing properties that can help you drift off to sleep.

• 3 drops Ylang Ylang
• 2 drops Roman Chamomile
• 1 drop Lavender

6. Peaceful Night

Frankincense oil is renowned for its peaceful effects and therapeutic properties. Add in the calming oils of chamomile and cedarwood for an ultra-relaxing diffuser blend recipe.

• 2 drops Frankincense
• 2 drops Cedarwood
• 2 drop Roman Chamomile

7. Sweet Sleep Diffuser Blend

This sleep diffuser recipe includes petitgrain essential oil. It is mainly used for its sedating and calming effects on the nervous system, so it is a great option for bedtime essential oil recipes.

• 3 drops Petitgrain
• 2 drops Orange
• 1 drop Fennel

8. Calm Night

Bergamot oil helps to release tension and frustration. Relax and let go with this trio of oils for a calm night.

• 3 drops Bergamot
• 2 drops Cedarwood
• 1 drop Sweet Marjoram

9. Deep Sleep Essential Oil Blend

Here are three soothing and comforting deep sleep essential oils. If you are experiencing trouble sleeping, try diffusing this blend.

• 3 drops Cedarwood
• 3 drops Lavender
• 2 drops Vetiver

10. Sweet Z's

Juniper essential oil may not be a favorite for sleep, but it is helpful for emotional exhaustion. Here is a blend to diffuse with chamomile and bergamot.

• 3 drops Juniper Berry
• 2 drops Bergamot
• 1 drop Roman Chamomile

Sleep Essential Oil Blends FAQ

If you're like me, you probably think of sleep as a necessary evil. I'm not a fan of sleeping, but I know that if I don't get enough, I feel awful, which is terrible for my health. Thankfully, sleep essential oil blends can help promote relaxation and better sleep.

What essential oils are good to diffuse for sleep?

Many essential oils are good to diffuse for sleep. Pick a floral oil like lavender or chamomile for its calming properties. For a deep sense of relaxation, try the woody scent of cedarwood essential oil. Or fall fast asleep with the rich aroma of patchouli oil.

What should I diffuse at bedtime?

It is recommended to determine what works best for you and your body. Choose an essential oil or oil blend that you find pleasant and effective so you can fully benefit from aromatherapy diffusion at bedtime.

Is it safe to diffuse essential oils all night?

You can turn on your diffuser at night to run as you drift off to dreamland, but I do not recommend having it running all night. It really isn't necessary. Many aromatherapy diffusers offer timers or settings that allow you to control how long the diffuser will run. Set it for 30 minutes to one hour, which should give you plenty of time to fall asleep.

What are some other everyday issues that essential oils can help with?

Essential oils have the potential to provide relief from various everyday issues, such as headaches, cramps, and pain. Not to mention those pesky sinus problems, especially when flu season is here. Moreover, many people report increased energy levels and improved focus and concentration when using essential oils daily.

Maintain Healthy Sleep Habits

• Eat a healthy, balanced diet
• Create a comfortable sleeping environment (dark, quiet, not too hot or cold)
• Avoid stimulants like alcohol, nicotine, caffeine
• Make sure you have adequate bedding, pillows, and mattress
• Exercise regularly but not too close to bedtime
• Remove distractions and try to avoid screens before bed
• Relax the body with a warm bath or chamomile tea
• Go to bed and wake up at the same time every night and morning

Safety Guidelines

Diffuse 30 minutes to 1 hour at a time, read more about how long to diffuse oils.

It is best not to apply undiluted essential oils to the skin. When using essential oils topically, be sure to dilute with a carrier oil like jojoba oil or sweet almond oil. Find out more about how to dilute essential oils in a carrier oil.

Essential oils can improve a person’s emotional, physical, and mental state. Use pure essential oils for best results and learn how to use them properly.

People can have different responses to essential oils. What works for one person may not work for you. Learn more about what to do when essential oils don't work.

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