Essential oils containing alcohols that support restful sleep
• Oil : Clary Sage Chemical constituent : linalool
• Oil : Lavender Chemical constituent : linalool
• Oil : Sandalwood Chemical constituent : santalol
Ketones
Characterized as a chemical group that features an oxygen with a double bond that always occurs somewhere in the middle of a carbon chain , Ketones are frequently found in essential oils . Oils that contain ketones may help improve the appearance of the skin , can support healthy respiratory function *, sometimes promote healthy digestion *, or provide calming properties that are useful for supporting sleep . Ketones with calming properties include the chemicals carvone , camphor , frenchone , and octanone .
Essential oils containing ketones with calming properties
• Oil : Dill Chemical constituent : carvone
• Oil : Lavender Chemical constituent : frenchone
Esters
Formed when a reaction occurs between an alcohol and a carboxylic acid , esters are known as a chemical group that provides essential oils with a variety of benefits . The main benefits of esters include calming , relaxing , and soothing effects on mood , helping to reduce the appearance of skin blemishes , and a soothing , warming sensation when applied topically . The calming and relaxing properties of esters can make essential oils with this chemical group helpful for promoting sleep .
Essential oils containing esters with calming , relaxing , and soothing effects on mood
• Oil : Roman Chamomile Chemical constituent : isobutyl acetate , isoamyl angelate
• Oil : Clary Sage Chemical constituent : linalyl acetate
• Oil : Lavender Chemical constituent : linalyl acetate
• Oil : Bergamot Chemical constituent : linalyl acetate
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