Essential Oils You Should Have for Stress and Anxiety

Rebecca Lewis September 13, 2016

Essential oils have long been hailed as nature’s treasures. These oils are derived from sweet-smelling plants like lavender and rose. Their scent is known to promote mood and well-being, no wonder why essential oils are at the core of aromatherapy - an effective treatment for stress and anxiety.

Below are some of the most popular essential oils that you may want to have at home. They are great home remedies for days when you are not feeling well or when you simply want to relax.

Jasmine

Jasmine oil is known for its antidepressant, antiseptic, expectorant, aphrodisiac, and parturient properties, among many others. It has a strong yet sweet, pleasing and romantic fragrance. Jasmine oil is a popular sleep aid too. Dubbing a small amount of jasmine oil in your cloth or handkerchief helps lift your mood for another day full of positive vibes.

Lavender

Lavender is perhaps the most popular essential oil out there. It has calming and gentle aroma which soothes your mind and body and promotes relaxation. Lavender is best for panic and stress. It also induces sleep, which further enhances your mood the next day. Other benefits of lavender essential oil are better skin complexion and reduced acne breakouts, fast healing of wounds and burns, headache relief, and improved eczema and psoriasis condition.

Sandalwood

This essential oil best used to relieve panic and fear. It is mildly sedative, so you feel more calm and relaxed even during a stressful situation. It also promotes positive visualisation and concentration. A 2006 study found that sandalwood oil boosts attention and arousal levels. It has anti-inflammatory benefits too, making it a good remedy for insect bites and other skin conditions.

Rose

Who doesn’t love roses? Not only does it look really beautiful. It smells wonderful too! In one study published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, it was found that rose oil resulted in lower scores in postnatal depression and improvement in general anxiety disorder. Put five drops of rose in a diffuser beside your bed before going to sleep for a refreshing morning ahead!

Vetiver

This essential oil is often used to help treat people suffering from trauma because it promotes tranquil, grounding and reassuring energy. It is also used to reduce jitteriness and hypersensitivity. Research published in the Natural Product Research suggests that vetiver oil has anxiety-lowering effects.

Cedar Wood

The oil coming from cedar wood is great for reducing muscle tension that often comes with stress. It also boosts sleep. Put a few drops of this essential oil on your pillow before you go to bed for a more relaxing slumber. Like most essential oils, it has anti-inflammatory benefits too. Topical application or inhalation of this oil may relieve debilitating pain or discomfort particularly in your joints and body tissues.

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