Here are a few relaxing essential oil blends for you try out. Diffuse them for 15-30 minutes to unwind after a long day, to relieve mental exhaustion, incorporate into your bedtime routine to get better sleep, use them during meditation, or when you need that extra boost of focus and clarity for researching or personal projects. For diffusers with the standard capacity, 100ml, use 4-5 drops of essential oils. For 200ml water capacity, you may use 6-8 drops.
Dill + Cypress + Orange
Dill is an anti-spasmodic and a sedative, relieving tension on both the body and the mind. Cypress allows clearer and deeper breathing to induce mental alertness. Meanwhile, orange has a positive influence on negative moods as well as your immune system. Dill’s fresh and slightly sweet scent pairs beautifully with cypress’s clean and woody smell along with orange’s joyful and fruity aroma.
| 100ml water | 200ml water |
|---|---|
| Option A 2-3 drops dill/cypress 2 drops orange | Option A 3-4 drops dill/cypress 3-4 drops orange |
| Option B 2 drops dill 1 drop cypress 2 drops orange | Option B 3 drops dill 3 drops cypress 2 drops orange |
Geranium + Lemon + Neroli
Geranium boosts cognitive function for a clearer mind and better concentration while helping to achieve emotional balance. Lemon creates an uplifting environment by promoting easier breathing and feelings of rejuvenation. Neroli is a natural stress reliever by encouraging the increase of serotonin while decreasing the amount of cortisol. Incorporate this fresh, fruity and floral blend 15 minutes before bedtime to enhance mood as well as quality of sleep.
| 100ml water | 200ml water |
|---|---|
| Option A 2-3 drops geranium 2 drops lemon/neroli | Option A 3-4 drops geranium 3- 4 drops lemon/neroli |
| Option B 1 drop geranium 2 drops lemon 1 drop neroli | Option B 2 drops geranium 4 drops lemon 2 drops neroli |
Helichrysum + Lavender + Peppermint
Helichrysum possesses anti-microbial properties that can help combat coughs and colds. Its earthy and floral scent also creates a relaxing atmosphere to reduce mental burnout. Lavender, sweet and herbaceous, is an emotional powerhouse with its soothing abilities that alleviates emotional distress, headaches and troublesome sleep. Peppermint’s fresh and cooling scent helps combat congestion, reduce nausea and improve cognitive function.
| 100ml water | 200ml water |
|---|---|
| Option A 2-3 drops helichrysum 2 drops lavender/peppermint | Option A 3-4 drops helichrysum 3-4 drops lavender/peppermint |
| Option B 2 drops helichrysum 1 drop lavender 2 drops peppermint | Option B 2-3 drops helichrysum 2 drops lavender 2-3 drops peppermint |
Spearmint + Eucalyptus + Lime
Diffuse this versatile, cooling and invigorating blend to stimulate your senses, shake you out of fatigue and lethargy, enhance focus, purify indoor environment, clear the nasal passageway to facilitate clearer and easier breathing while relieving congestion, stress and flatulence.
| 100ml water | 200ml water |
|---|---|
| Option A 2 drops spearmint/eucalyptus 2-3 drops lime | Option A 3-4 drops spearmint/eucalyptus 3-4 drops lime |
| Option B 1 drop spearmint 1 drop eucalyptus 2 drops lime | Option B 2 drops spearmint 2 drops eucalyptus 4 drops lime |
Jasmine + Mandarin/Tangerine + Petitgrain
Jasmine is a natural sedative, anti-depressant and aphrodisiac. It has a rich and sweet floral scent that may be overpowering to some. When combined with petitgrain which has a woody scent with a floral undertone, along with mandarin or tangerine which has a tangy and fruity scent, it creates a comforting atmosphere that balances out both emotions and jasmine’s heady scent.
| 100ml water | 200ml water |
|---|---|
| Option A 2-3 jasmine/petitgrain 2 drops mandarin/tangerine | Option A 3-4 drops jasmine/petitgrain 3-4 drops mandarin/tangerine |
| Option B 2 drops jasmine 2 drops petitgrain 1 drop mandarin/tangerine | Option B 2 drops jasmine 4 drops petitgrain 1 drop mandarin 1 drop tangerine |
Although these are diffuser blends, they can be used in other beneficial ways. The combination of dill + cypress + orange with carrier oil can be incorporated as a massage blend for sore and stiff muscles. Meanwhile, the combination of geranium + lemon + neroli as well as jasmine + petitgrain + mandarin/tangerine can be combined with carrier oil in a roller bottle to double as a natural perfume. Remember to carry out a patch test before proceeding with the essential oils and consult a health care or medical professional if you are pregnant, nursing or have a medical condition.