Introduction: Essential oils arenโt just pleasant-smellingโtheyโre powerful plant extracts that can positively affect your brain and body. Scientific research supports their ability to lower stress, reduce anxiety, and improve mood.
1. Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia): Lavender is widely known for its calming effects. Research shows that inhaling lavender can reduce anxiety levels, heart rate, and even improve sleep quality.
- Lavender and the Nervous System (Koulivand et al., 2013) confirms its calming benefits.
2. Bergamot (Citrus bergamia): This citrus oil has uplifting yet calming effects. Studies show that bergamot essential oil can reduce cortisol levels and enhance feelings of relaxation.
- Effects of bergamot essential oil on mental health (Watanabe et al., 2015).
3. Frankincense (Boswellia carterii): Traditionally used in meditation, frankincense has been shown to reduce heart rate and support emotional balance.
4. Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus): This oil supports clear breathing and helps ease physical tension that comes with stress.
5. Peppermint (Mentha piperita): Peppermint uplifts and invigorates the mind, helping with focus and reducing fatigue.
How to Use Essential Oils for Stress Relief:
- Inhalation: Use a diffuser or add drops to a tissue.
- Topical: Mix with a carrier oil and apply to temples, neck, or wrists.
- Baths: Add a few drops to warm water with Epsom salts.
Scientific Evidence:
- Aromatherapy reduces cortisol and improves sleep quality (Seo et al., 2018).
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