Simple Ways On How To Use Essential Oils For Sleep

By Amy Gibson


Sleep deprivation is one type of condition where in the person experiences on not having proper sleep. It can be acute deprivation or chronic deprivation. The chronic type of deprivation usually causes weight gain or loss, clumsiness, daytime sleepiness, and fatigue. This also affects cognitive functions and and even the brain. However, in some cases for people, it helps them increase their alertness and their energy, and also, enhances their mood.

Insomnia has been reaching already the epidemic proportion in most developing countries in which the people are becoming very busy. And because of this, stress is very common to them, thus, not having an ample time to rest. Not getting an enough sleep is equivalent to a lot of negative effects. Practicing the use of essential oils for sleep can very helpful.

A lavender essential oil is a most favorite type compared to other types in a mint family. Lavender is one of the most popular types in essential oils. This is known because of its acquired induce sleep property which is backed up with the scientific researches. Some effective ways which are utilized because of its effectiveness are for lavender infused pillow, sleeping masks, pillow spray, bath salts, sachets, candles, and massage oils.

Roman chamomile oil contains a light amount of a floral aroma consisting of some relaxation properties. A very useful way of utilizing the benefits is making it as diffuser or applying it unto the bottom part of your feet. In applying it, apply few drops that are being diluted into carrier oil. These few drops may also be one of the components to be mixed in shampoos, skin moisturizers, and conditioners.

Third is cedarwood. Aside from being powerful for being expectorant, antiseptic, and anti inflammatory, cedarwood can also be calming, comforting, and relaxing. Its properties such as having an aromatic woodsy and warm scent can make you feel like you are cuddling up together with your favorite book or with a cup of coffee or tea. Putting this in the diffuser can stimulate the pineal glands that releases melatonin which is necessary for sleeping regulation. Place a few drops to the wrists, neck, and forehead.

Fourth is the orange. An orange oil can help in the reduction of anxiety. All the citrus oils have the uplifting properties that help depression. One disadvantage here is causing a photo sensitivity when being exposed to a light for 12 hours when used. So it would be better to use this at night. Few drops are applied to the abdomen. Skin cream used for soothing may be mixed with an orange oil and coconut oil.

Valerian is also common for sleeping. It helps one person to fall asleep quickly and stay asleep. It has the calming and the grounding properties. This will be applied on wrists and feet.

By the use of these essential oils or may be making use of them and combining them with other types is one way for an effective sleep promotion. Another important thing is realizing that not all are really effective for you. There are times that it works on others but not on you.

So always check the oils with qualified practitioners before using it. Testing them is always the good idea to ensure no allergies. And lastly, buy those types having high and the best qualities to acquire the best results.




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