25 Evening Diffuser Blends To Help You Relax

Diffusing essential oils in the evening can help you unwind so you can sleep better.

Current research shows that using essential oils can produce sedative effects which then help us fall asleep peacefully and calmly.

You might think of lavender as the go-to oil for relaxation but there are other calming essential oils you can diffuse in the evening or before bed.

Let’s explore some of the best oils to diffuse in the evening and top diffuser blends for your to try tonight.

Top Calming Essential Oils

Chamomile: to relieve insomnia, calm an overactive mind, and decrease anger and nervous stress
Clary Sage: can lessen irritation and nervous anxiety
Patchouli: calming and stabilizing mood swings
Frankincense: calming properties that promote relaxation and ease stress
Petitgrain: sedating and calming oil for the nervous system
Eucalyptus: promotes deep breathing (learn more about eucalyptus)
Geranium: calming floral aroma (learn more about geranium)

Evening Blend (without Lavender)

5 Drops Frankincense
4 Drops Rhododendron
3 Drops Nutmeg

Evening Chill (without Lavender)

3 Drops Grapefruit
2 Drops Sandalwood
1 Drops Cardamon

Evening Relaxation

4 Drops Lavender
4 Drops Bergamot
2 Drops Lemon

Peaceful Night (without Lavender)

2 Drops Frankincense
2 Drops Cedarwood
2 Drop Roman Chamomile

Romantic Evening

2 Drops Sandalwood
2 Drops Benzoin
1 Drop Clary Sage
1 Drop Lime
1 Drop Ylang Ylang

Chill and Be Happy (without Lavender)

4 Drops Clary Sage
3 Drops Helichrysum
2 Drops Vetiver

Sleeping Weather Diffuser Blend

source: One Essentials Community

1 Drop Cedarwood
2 Drops Vetiver
4 Drops Lavender

Bedtime Calm

3 Drops Lavender
3 Drops Eucalyptus
2 Drops Cedarwood
2 Drops Peppermint
1 Drop Spearmint

Bedtime Diffuser Blend (without Lavender)

4 Drops Eucalyptus
4 Drops Geranium

Ultimate Calm

source: Wild Grove Essentials

4 Drops Lavender
4 Drops Roman Chamomile

Dreamland

2 Drops Bergamot
1 Drop Patchouli
1 Drip Vetiver

Summer Sleep (without Lavender)

source: Wild Grove Essentials

5 Drops Lemon
2 Drops Orange
1 Drop Cedarwood
1 Drop Fennel

Unwind Diffuser Blend (without Lavender) – Video

2 Drops Tranquility (find here it at Simply Earth)
2 Drops Frankincense
3 Drops Orange
1 Drop Oregano

Calm Evening

4 Drops Lavender
2 Drops Cedarwood
2 Drops Wild Orange
1 Drop Ylang Ylang

Sweet Slumber (without Lavender)

3 Drops Bergamot
2 Drops Cedarwood
2 Drops Marjoram

Rest & Relax

3 Drops Cedarwood
3 Drops Patchouli
2 Drops Chamomile

Stress Away

2 Drops Lavender
2 Drops Cedarwood
2 Drops Vanilla

5 Relaxing Diffuser Blends – Video

According to Lauran at Naturally Made these essential oil diffuser blend recipes are best for creating a relaxing environment, promoting a good night’s sleep, and turning your home into a calming oasis.