Proper Ways On Using The Essential Oils For Sleep

By Amy Gibson


Condition that lets the people experience to not get an enough time for sleeping is referred to as sleep deprivation. This comes into two different types which are the acute and chronic deprivation. Chronic type can cause clumsiness, fatigue, weight loss or gain, and daytime sleepiness. It affects also the cognitive function and brain. However, it also helps to have an increased alertness and energy and an enhanced mood.

Insomnia is said to have reached epidemic proportions of different countries, and in here, people are becoming more busy. And thus, they are now prone to conditions of stress due to not having the enough time for rest. Having not enough sleep will usually result to some negative effects to the health of a particular person. Essential oils for sleep may need to be practiced for used since these are very helpful.

First is lavender. Among the family of mint, lavender is considered as the favorite. This is also one very popular form of the essential oils. A lavender is known to have the inducing properties for sleep which are being backed up by scientific researches. The effective ways in using this may include massage oils, sachets, pillow spray, lavender infused pillow, bath salts, candles, and sleeping masks.

Second is roman chamomile. This oil is consist of very light amount of floral aroma and it is also consists of relaxation properties. One way of reaping its benefits would include using it as a diffuser or it may be applied to the feet. When applying, use only a few drops which is diluted in the carrier oil. A few drops may also be added to your conditioner, skin moisturizer, or shampoo.

A cedarwood contains not only the powerful anti inflammatory, antiseptic, and expectorant qualities but also the relaxing, comforting, and calming qualities. Its warms scent and its aromatic woodsy properties help in making a person feel like snuggling his or her own favorite book and hot tea or coffee. A cedarwood diffuser can help the stimulation of pineal glands for releasing melatonin, important for the sleeping regulation. Few drops will be applied into forehead, neck, and wrists.

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.

Using these naturally made essential oils alone or combining it with the other types can be one effective way for promoting sleep. Another thing is to realize that these may not work on you. It may sometimes work to other people but not effective to 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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