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Best Essential Oils For Stress Relief

If You're Stressed Out, These Are the Essential Oils That Can Help You Feel Calmer

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Whenever we're feeling stressed, we like to relax by watching a movie or doing puzzles. If you're extremely stressed out, talking to someone about how you're feeling, journaling, and creating a self-care routine also helps. Aromatherapy may also help you relieve stress and feel more calm. The research is unclear on how effective aromatherapy is, but it's worth giving a shot if you feeling stressed out. Ahead, you'll find the best essential oils to relax and feel more calm.

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1. Vitruvi Organic Lavender Essential Oil

Lavender is thought to help people relax, ease anxiety, and sleep better although the research is limited. We like the Vitruvi Organic Lavender Essential Oil ($18) and it can be used whenever you want to feel calm, especially before bed.

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Vitruvi Organic Lavender Essential Oil
$18
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2. Essence-Lux Roman Chamomile Essential Oil

Another essential oil that might help you feel more calm is the Essence-Lux Roman Chamomile Essential Oil ($10). Try diffusing this oil, adding it to a warm bath, or placing a few drops onto a wet face cloth for a soothing aromatherapy experience.

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Essence-Lux Roman Chamomile Essential Oil
$10
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3. Urban Outfitters Home Essential Oil

Feel more grounded with the Urban Outfitters Home Essential Oil ($12).

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Urban Outfitters Home Essential Oil
$12
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4. Vitruvi Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

If you prefer floral scents, consider a Ylang Ylang essential oil such as the Vitruvi Ylang Ylang Essential Oil ($14). To feel more relaxed, try mixing it with a few drops of a lavender essential oil.

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Vitruvi Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
$14
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5. Monq Zen Pure Essential Oil

The combination of calming scents like ylang ylang and bergamot in the Monq Zen Pure Essential Oil ($30) may help you reach ultimate relaxation levels. If you don't have a diffuser, you can simply add a few drops to a steamy shower and chill out.

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Monq Zen Pure Essential Oil
$30
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6. Vitruvi Organic Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Take your self-care day to the next level with the Vitruvi Organic Eucalyptus Essential Oil ($12). Try adding a few drops to a cool towel (this is also great postworkout) or add make your own DIY steam room by adding a few drops to a hot shower.

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Vitruvi Organic Eucalyptus Essential Oil
$12
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7. Paddywax Unwind Essential Oil

Unwind form a long day with the Paddywax Unwind Essential Oil ($18).

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Paddywax Unwind Essential Oil
$18
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8. Helias Calm Essential Oil Blend

Transform your room into a zen space with the Helias Calm Essential Oil Blend ($35), featuring bergamot and cedarwood scents.

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Helias Calm Essential Oil Blend
$35
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