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.
Calming Evening Blends You Can Buy
- Peace and Calming (find it at Young Living)
- Tranquility (find here it at Simply Earth)
Other Essential Oil Uses and Blends
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