BEST PURE ESSENTIAL OILS FOR HELPING WITH STRESS AND ANXIETY RELIEF

lucentscents
Jul 10, 2024
2 min read

As you may have heard over the years, essential oils have been used for various purposes, especially for aromatherapy, to help with stress and anxiety relief.

A range of studies have shown that aromatherapy can be an incredibly effective treatment for anxiety and stress, whether oils are diffused or used topically. It can often have tangible, physiological effects on the body that show us exactly how these natural plant-based products are working to calm us down.

Here are just a few oils that can help reduce stress and anxiety and make you feel calmer, more focused, and more relaxed.

1: Lavender ~

One of the most popular essential oils is known for its calming and soothing floral scent. It is perfect for helping with sleep and deep relaxation. I use this particular essential oil in my Yoga and Meditation classes as it's also more popular and liked by most people. It's also my absolute favourite essential oil scent.

2: Ylang Ylang ~

This is another very popular essential oil which has a sweet floral scent which helps to stabilise moods and ease stress.

3: Lime ~

This particular zesty sectional oil has a fresh, lively fragrance that is stimulating and refreshing. In the afternoon, I love to blend lime with peppermint or eucalyptus. Its aroma makes me feel happy and uplifted!

4: Bergamot ~

This specific citrus essential oil is known for boosting energy and brightening moods; if you feel stressed, this oil can really help bring clarity and stability, especially paired with lavender and ylang, ylang.

5: Frankincense ~

Is a great essential oil used to help create a calming atmosphere, support overall wellness, and promote a youthful appearance.

During periods of stress and other negative emotions, take a moment and reach for those essential oils you gravitate towards and have previously formed memory scent associations with.

Open the bottle and smell it. Breathe slowly and deeply, inhaling those amazing aromas through your nose, exhaling through your mouth and releasing any tension held within the body. Multiple studies have shown essential oils can induce a relaxation response due to their complex chemical constituents. Pay attention to how your mind and body respond shortly after.

I always use essential oils during meditation and my yoga classes. I also love using essential oils in my home and before I go to sleep.

Take a look at some of our pure essential oil candles, which are perfect for burning if you're feeling stressed or anxious. We also have well-being candle gift box sets, which include five small candles designed to be lit every day of the working week.