If you've had a rough day, or if you suffer from regular stress, having a natural go-to essential oil solution on hand can help relieve symptoms without the side effects of drugs, and will do wonders for calming your anxiety and relaxing the mind. You're going to love the Stress Less EO Blend.

Why do Essential Oils for Stress and Anxiety Work So Well?

Essential oils have aromatic, fragrant molecules that can actually pass right through the blood/brain barrier, having a direct effect on the areas of our brain in charge of controlling feelings of stress and anxiety and even panic and depression.

Skeptical if essential oils really work? A study conducted in Ruhr University in Bochum, Germany suggested that "essential oils may affect a number of biological factors, including heart rate, stress levels, blood pressure, breathing, and immune function."

Furthermore, what's interesting is that essential oils can be both calming and stimulating. The same oil can have a different "effect" depending on what is required of it. So a restless person may find that they feel calm after using a particular oil, while another individual who is feeling low and depressed may get an uplifting and invigorating effect using the same oil. This is why some essential oils are referred to as "adaptogens" because they can literally "adapt" to the needs of the person using the oil.

This is also why essential oils help you "stress less" as they have the unique ability to adapt to the different types and levels of stress different individuals battle with.

Stress Less Essential Oil Diffuser Blend

• 3 Parts Lavender Essential Oil
• 3 Parts Frankincense Essential Oil
• 3 Sweet Orange Essential Oil

Mix together and diffuse in your favorite essential oil diffuser.

Benefits of the Recipe's Essential Oils

Lavender essential oil has a very calming & relaxing scent which may be helpful in both physical and emotional balancing. Studies have shown that smelling lavender increases beta waves in the brain which suggests greater relaxation & less mental stress.

Frankincense essential oil is a great oil that may help lift the spirits and improve attitude. This oil has been used for thousands of years for medicinal purposes and in religious ceremonies.

Sweet orange essential oil is very uplifting like many of the citrus oils. One university study found that orange and other citrus scents helped promote relaxation – something much needed this time of year!

Featured Essential Oil Diffuser

Aroma-Ace™ Essential Oil Atomizing Diffuser 110V US

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Tip to Stress Less Throughout Your Day

Stay positive. Laughter has been found to lower levels of stress hormones, reduce inflammation in the arteries, and increase "good" HDL cholesterol.

Meditate. This practice of inward-focused thought and deep breathing has been shown to reduce heart disease risk factors such as high blood pressure. Meditation's close relatives, yoga and prayer, can also relax the mind and body.

Exercise. Every time you are physically active, whether you take a walk or play tennis, your body releases mood-boosting chemicals called endorphins. Exercising not only melts away stress, but it also protects against heart disease by lowering your blood pressure, strengthening your heart muscle, and helping you maintain a healthy weight.

Unplug. It's impossible to escape stress when it follows you everywhere. Cut the cord. Avoid emails and TV news. Take time each day — even if it's for just 10 or 15 minutes — to escape from the world.

Find ways to take the edge off your stress. Simple things, like a warm bath, listening to music, diffusing essential oil or spending time on a favorite hobby, can give you a much-needed break from the stressors in your life.

Editor’s Note/Disclaimer: The information in this article is intended for your educational use only; does not necessarily reflect the opinions of Diffuser World, Inc.; and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition and before undertaking any diet, supplement, fitness, or other health programs.