Essential Oils for Stress Reduction

Bergamot, Bois de Rose, Cedar, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Cypress, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Marjoram, Neroli, Petitgrain, Rose, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang

Antidepressant: basil, bergamot, bois de rose, chamomile, clary sage, geranium, jasmine, lavender, lemon, neroli, patchouli, peppermint, petitgrain, sandalwood, rose, rosemary, thyme, ylang ylang

Anxiety: bergamot, bois de rose, cedar, chamomile, clary sage, cypress, frankincense, geranium, jasmine, juniper, lavender, lemon, neroli, petitgrain, rose, sandalwood, vetivert, ylang ylang.

Chemical stress (food, coffee, smoke, pollution, etc.): clary sage, grapefruit, geranium, lemon, lavender, rosemary.

Emotional stress: bergamot, bois de rose, geranium, petitgrain, rose, sandalwood, vetivert.

Environmental stress (lights, noise, cramped space): basil, bergamot, cedarwood, chamomile, cypress, geranium

Mental stress: basil, bergamot, geranium, grapefruit, lavender, patchouli, petitgrain, sandalwood.

Physical stress: bergamot, chamomile, fennel, geranium, lavender marjoram, rosemary, thyme.

Sleep (low doses only—too much can stimulate): chamomile, clary sage, lavender, marjoram, orange, vetivert, ylang ylang.