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
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.