Prepare this lavender essential oil to create a calm atmosphere with a very relaxing aroma.
The lavender aroma is one of the most commonly used in aromatherapy to create calm and pleasant environments, since its fragrance can be incorporated into a simple nighttime routine, especially when one seeks to disconnect from the day’s activities and prepare the space to rest better.
A practical alternative is to prepare a homemade blend with lavender essential oil and a carrier oil that serves as a base. In this way, it can be used in small amounts to perform a massage on the hands or forearms, always taking precautions to avoid skin irritation.
Discover how to create your own lavender essential oil to prepare a homemade blend and relax before sleep with its pleasant notes that help provide that sense of calm thanks to the properties of this aromatic herb, which in various studies has shown that lavender can improve melatonin levels, which in turn can improve sleep in general.
How to prepare lavender oil to relax before sleep?
To prepare this blend you need:
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil; such as sweet almond, coconut, or jojoba
2 drops of lavender essential oil
Procedure:
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Place the 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil into the bottle and add the 2 drops of lavender essential oil. Close the container and shake it gently for a few seconds to blend both ingredients.
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Before using it, perform a small patch test on a small area of skin and wait to check for any irritation. If there is no reaction, you can apply a small amount of the blend to your hands and massage them gently before going to bed.
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You can also take advantage of the aroma during your nightly routine by placing a small amount on your hands, rubbing them together gently and bringing them close to your face to perceive the fragrance, without applying it near the eyes, nose or mouth.
Store the prepared blend closed, away from direct light, heat, and humidity. It is important to consider that no essential oil substitutes the habits that promote good rest, as maintaining regular schedules, reducing screen use before bedtime, and ensuring a dark and quiet bedroom are measures that can complement a nighttime routine. In this way, aromatherapy can form part of a relaxation routine as a substitute and not as a medical treatment when sleep problems persist.
The lavender essential oil can become a simple addition to a nightly routine thanks to its aroma, and preparing a homemade blend to relax before sleep requires few ingredients, so use it as part of a tranquil environment and accompany it with healthy rest habits.
