Essential Oils for Stress

I have been a little stressed out lately! Setting up my business, finalizing my product formulas, blending, creating labels, sourcing packaging and everything that goes along with starting a company is a bit overwhelming for me at times.  Thank goodness for my adoptogenic herbs and my sedative essential oils.  These gifts from nature have taken the edge off a bit and have helped me to adjust to my stress and stay happy! Here are a few of my favorite essential oils that have known sedative and uplifting qualities to help support a healthy response to stress and tension.

Lemon Balm
Ylang Ylang
Rose
Catnip
Valerian
Lavender
Blue & Roman Chamomile
Manuka
Davana
Sweet Marjoram
Bergamot Mint
Geranium (Rose)
Neroli
Amyris
Juniper
Lemongrass
Vetiver
Myrtle
Atlas Cedarwood
Bergamot
Ho Wood
Peppermint
Cypress
Litsea Cubeba
Hops
Sandalwood
Hyssop
Mandarin
Myrrh
Frankincense
Clary Sage
Spikenard
Benzoin Resin
Bay Laurel
Lemon
Mandarin Petitgrain

I use my essential oils to relieve my stress several ways......

Steam Inhalation: I add ten drops of essential oil into a bowl of hot water, drape a large towel over my head, close my eyes, think about something positive and breath in the essential oil vapors.  My favorite essential oils to use for steam inhalation are: Lavender, Sweet Marjoram, Myrtle, Peppermint, Clary Sage and Cypress. 

Room Spray: I make a two-ounce bottle of stress-relieving room spray to mist around my house when I need it.  Here is a blend I crafted.

30 ml alcohol
30 ml rose hydrosol
20 drops lemon essential oil
20 drops mandarin petitgrain essential oil
15 drops mandarin essential oil
15 drops Ylang Ylang essential oil

Combine all the ingredients into a spray bottle. Shake well and mist your room to create a stress-free area.

I also make a wonderful massage blend that I massage into my chest, neck and shoulders to help loosen up my muscles and calm me down.

2 tablespoons sweet almond oil
5 drops rose essential oil
8 drops neroli essential oil
6 drops sandalwood essential oil
2 drops mandarin essential oil

Combine all the ingredients in a small bottle.  Massage into your chest, neck and shoulders until fully absorbed.  Focus on deep breathing while you are massaging to help loosen up your still neck and shoulders.


Stress, nervousness and anxiety is a common problem in today's world.  Sometimes it can be serious and needs to have professional guidance.  I encourage you to talk with a professional if you are experiencing more stress or anxiety than you can handle on your own.  Never be afraid to seek help when you need it!!!

Green Blessings!!

Shannon

 
This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not be complete, nor may its data be accurate. As with all herbs,  Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children.  I am an affiliate with Mountain Rose Herbs,please review my disclosure page for details.. Avoid use  unless discussed with your physician. This information is for educational purposes only.  This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition or disease. Green Blessings!