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Which essential oils are best for sleep?
With a basic understanding of the science behind essential oils and sleep, it is time to learn about
what kinds of oils can be useful for supporting proper sleeping habits. As discussed, it is best to choose
essential oils with chemical constituents that provide soothing, calming, and relaxing benefits for the
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How to use essential oils to
promote healthy sleep
which specific oils best fit your needs and preferences when it comes to sleeping.
body, mind, and mood. With these types of benefits at your disposal, you can then experiment to see
Choose essential oils that can
help you sleep
Learning about the specific nature and benefits of each
essential oil will help you narrow your search when you want to
use an essential oil for sleep. You will want to choose essential
oils that can help you create an ideal sleeping environment by
promoting deep feelings of calmness and relaxation.
Each of the essential oils listed below have different
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characteristics that are helpful for promoting quality sleep, but
each oil has a unique chemical makeup and interacts with the
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brain and body a little differently—making it easy for you to find
an oil that works for you.
Use aromatically to help with sleep
Use topically to help with sleep
Use internally to help with sleep
The science behind essential oils
and sleep
With an aroma that is calming and soothing, Bergamot oil
can help promote a sense of calm and harmony when used
before bedtime. Cilantro oil can be used to create a peaceful
feeling that will support a restful night of sleep.
The warm, woody scent of Cedarwood oil promotes a
peaceful feeling that can help the mind and body unwind
before bed. The relaxing, balancing nature of Clary Sage oil
can help you prepare for bed by creating a restful
environment.
Which essential oils are best for sleep?
How to use essential oils to
promote healthy sleep