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Sleepless in Seattle? Tossing and turning in Tucson? Think an essential oil might help? Then read on!
Top 7 Best Essential Oil for Insomnia
#7: New Foods Peaceful Sleep Blend
This Peaceful Sleep blend is a combo of orange, tangerine, lavender, ylang-ylang, and sandalwood. The predominant scent is citrus though.
Most of the time, people associate citrus as an energy booster rather than calming and soothing so it was news to me that it can also be used to aid in sleep.
I would recommend this for folks who don’t like the scent of lavender or for the little ones who like citrus scents better and who need a natural sleep aid.
This blend is also good if you experience the “broken sleep” insomnia where you regularly wake throughout the night in a state of restlessness.
Pros:
- Pleasant aroma
- Ideal for those experiencing broken sleep
- Recommended for those who prefer floral citrus over lavender scents
- Many satisfied (repeat) customers
Cons:
- Citrus scent rather than the usual lavender
Value For Money?
This is a good and affordable alternative if the higher priced items on this list are not a viable option.
How to use:
For diffuser, use 4-5 drops. To apply topically, use a carrier oil before applying onto skin. As a room spray, add 30 drops per 1 oz. of water.
- ESSENTIAL AROMATHERAPY/THERAPEUTIC: Peaceful Sleep is calming, relaxing and soothing with a floral, citrus scent that promotes relaxation....
- RESPONSIBLY MADE: The orange and tangerine oils are cold pressed from fresh fruit peels and lavender, chamomile, ylang ylang and sandalwood...
- PURE INGREDIENTS/UNDILUTED: Our essential oils are highly concentrated and free of synthetic ingredients, delivering the very best benefits...
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#6: Prime Natural Good Night Blend
This is undiluted 100% pure cold processed oil. The manufacturer takes it a step further by using a glass dropper – glass being a safe material to use around sensitive liquids like essential oils. The glass dropper is also effective in ensuring the correct number of drops for your diffuser (or your pillow if you’re not using a diffuser).
Pros:
- Soft and pleasant scent
- Can be diffused for children
- Can be dabbed onto wrists and hands, or even onto sheets
Cons:
- Rather sweet so not recommended if you prefer woodsy scents
Value For Money?
This is another great essential oil for kids or adults who can’t fall asleep easily. The price point is very friendly on the pocket too.
How to use:
For diffuser, use 4-5 drops. You can apply topically to feet, or the back of your palms. It can also be dabbed onto bedsheets or pillows.
- RELAX & SLEEP WELL : After busy and stressful day, you deserve relaxation and good night sleep, It helps you calm both mind and body...
- CALMING & PEACE : Place few drops on your pillow, comforter, bed sheet at night OR on the bottom of your feet OR place few drops on cotton...
- Ingredients : Lavender Bulgaria, Clary Sage, Copaiba Balsam, Marjoram, Roman Chamomile. All our oils are Pure, Natural, Unfiltered,...
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#5: Plant Therapy Lavender
We love using the Plant Therapy brand. Apart from great quality products, I get to feel good about using genuine organic products. No brainer that we would include this brand on our list.
Pros:
- Pure, undiluted and therapeutic grade
- USDA organic
- Kidsafe when diluted
- Comparable to more expensive brands
Cons:
- Some don’t like the lavender scent of Plant Therapy though they are big fans of the other scents
Value For Money?
This is one of the lowest priced essential oils on our list. If you like the brand and like buying organic, give this a shot. And try out their other scents too!
How to use:
For diffuser, use 4-5 drops. To apply topically, use a carrier oil before applying onto skin. A few drops can also be used on dryer balls.
- Calming & Relaxing: Lavender oil is ultra-versatile and loaded with benefits. That's probably why it's one the most popular and widely used...
- Ideal for Natural Skin Care: Dilute 2-5% of Lavender in a carrier oil of your choice. It can help with skin issues like fine lines,...
- Most Versatile Oil Available: Can help produce a calm, peaceful, and tranquil environment, promote a peaceful sleep, great for hair and...
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#4: Essential Oil Labs Lavender
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Pros:
- Good, clean scent
- Doesn’t aggravate asthma
- Scent lingers for hours
- Can also be used for laundry
Cons:
- Highly polarizing in terms of how people feel about the scent. Some users love the scent while others find the scent pungent.
Value For Money?
This is a good quality oil at an affordable price. If you’re looking for an essential oil to help with insomnia, look no further. The lavender scent is soothing and calming.
Not only will it work great with your aromatherapy diffuser, you can also use it around the house for different purposes such as a fabric freshener or deodorizer.
At this price, you can easily afford to purchase a milder scent to blend it with if you think you might be overwhelmed by the strength of the lavender on its own.
How to use:
For diffuser or a relaxing bath, use 4-5 drops. You can also apply it to the bottoms of your feet.
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#3: Good Night Sleep Blend
This is a calming, mainly lavender essential oil, which helps reduce stress and anxiety. It has a pleasant smell, and works well in diffusers.
This is a blend of lavender, chamomile, clary sage, marjoram, ylang ylang, and other sleep-inducing oils.
Pros:
- Great scent that isn’t neither too strong nor pungent
- Effective for making you fall asleep faster
- Great customer service!
Cons:
- If you are unlucky, you may get a little leakage upon delivery
Value For Money?
Our top 2 picks are rather pricey. If budget is a concern, try out Healing Solution’s Good Night Blend.
How to use:
For diffuser, use 4-5 drops. To apply topically, use a carrier oil before applying it to the bottoms of your feet or chest. You can also put several drops onto your bed sheets or pillows for restful sleep.
- Highest Quality Pure & Natural Good Sleep Blend Essential Oil: Our essential oils sleep blend is 100% pure, undiluted, all-natural, and...
- GC-MS Tested for Purity & Dilution: Each batch of our good sleep blend essential oils for sleep undergoes GC-MS testing to ensure the...
- Bottled in a 10ml Glass Bottle with Built-In Eyedropper: All of our essential oils are bottled in an amber glass bottle in the USA. This...
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#2: doTERRA Lavender
I find that doTERRA is the most trusted brand when it comes to essential oils. You can rest easy that you are getting the best quality products whenever you purchase from them. It does come at a steeper price though.
Pros:
- Pure and potent; very effective as a sleep aid
- Good scent
- Amazingly multi-purpose; can even be taken internally for other uses
Cons:
- More expensive than other brands
Value For Money?
Lavender essential oil should be a staple in every home and having a bottle of doTERRA lavender would be ideal. It might be a bit more expensive but in this case, you’re purchasing peace of mind.
How to use:
For diffuser, use 4-5 drops. You can add more for a stronger scent. Like other oils, it can be used topically when used with a carrier or added to water for a room spray. doTERRA lavender oil can be taken internally though or used in cooking.
- Widely used for its calming and relaxing qualities
- Soothes occasional skin irritations
- Helps skin recover quickly
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#1: doTERRA Serenity Restful Blend
I saved the best for last – doTERRA’s Serenity Restful blend. If you have the budget, then this is hands down the one essential oil you need to purchase for that elusive restful sleep you’re after.
Although the top note is lavender, this is actually a special blend of Roman chamomile, cedarwood, ylang ylang, marjoram, and vanilla.
Pros:
- Very effective as a sleep aid
- High quality brand; brand of choice for essential oil users
- Pure oil blend
Cons:
- Highly polarizing in terms of how people feel about the scent. Some love the scent while others find the scent pungent.
Value For Money?
Good sleep is an investment towards a productive day. If your budget allows repeat purchases at this price point, go for it. This is the best essential oil to help you get a restful sleep at the end of each day.
How to use:
For diffuser, use 4-5 drops. You can add more for a stronger scent. Like other oils, it can be used topically when used with a carrier or added to water for a room spray.
- Features Lavender Flower, Cedarwood, Ho Wood Leaf, Ylang Ylang Flower, Marjoram Leaf, Roman Chamomile Flower, Vetiver Root, Vanilla Bean...
- Promotes relaxation and a restful sleeping environment
- Lessens feelings of tension and calms emotions
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Essential Oils for the Sleep-Deprived
Insomnia has been a real issue for Philip and I, so we understand all too well the issues that come with lack of sleep. If you need to get up and go to work in the morning, you don’t want to have to deal with lethargy and grogginess.
And it’s not just us busy or stressed-out adults who find it hard to sleep at night. If you’re a parent with small kids, you know that sleepless nights can be a huge problem. Some little ones just can’t seem to drift to sleep peacefully.
In our situation, aromatherapy has been a huge help. Essential oils have long been used to promote particular brain states including a relaxed and restful mindset that naturally flows into sleep. Even cynical Philip has learned to add some sleep-inducing essential oil to our aromatherapy diffuser when he has a long day ahead.
Instructions For Use
When using essential oils to help combat insomnia, there are several options in terms of how you apply them. Many people will use a few drops of oil in a diffuser, but essential oils can also be dropped on a pillow or mixed with face cream.
If you intend to use essential oils on your skin, ensure you purchase a therapeutic grade oil. In addition, remember that essential oils are highly concentrated so a little goes a long way.
Watch out for your potential allergens too. Choose scents that you’ve experienced in the past without any complications like headaches or sneezing.
In my case, my personal biases are orange, mint, and lavender. Heaven!
Author: Jane Neu
Jane is the creator of Complete Home Spa – “It’s a good idea,” she said. But even she has been taken aback by its success. She lives with a cranky Englishman in a quiet countryside retreat. And in the past year, has become mom cat to a spunky rescue named Mina. Connect with her on Twitter @completehomespa.