Essential Oils To Ward Off Stress And Anxiety

Healthshots By Arushi Bidhuri Published Sep 06, 2023

Are you looking for ways to get rid of stress and anxiety? You can try using these essential oils.

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Rosemary Oil

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Studies have found that lavender and rosemary essential oils contain anti-anxiety properties to reduce stress and anxiety.

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Eucalyptus Oil

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Eucalyptus oil possesses anti-anxiety properties to help decrease symptoms of stress. Studies have also found the positive effects of eucalyptus oil on anxiety and stress.

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Chamomile Oil

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Chamomile oil is known for its soothing and calming properties. It has been found that inhaling chamomile oil can help you deal with various conditions like anxiety and stress.

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Jasmine Oil

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The exotic and floral aroma of jasmine oil can help you deal with stress and anxiety. You can either add jasmine oil to a warm bath or apply it to your wrists or temples.

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Lavender Oil

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One of the most popular aromatherapy oils, lavender oil has a relaxing effect on your nervous system which can help mitigate stress and calm anxiety.

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Rose Oil

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More than just aesthetics, rose petals contain properties that can help reduce anxiety. You can mix it with coconut oil and apply it to your skin.

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5 research-backed health benefits of essential oils

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Essential Oils To Ward Off Stress And Anxiety

Are you looking for ways to get rid of stress and anxiety? You can try using these essential oils.

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Rosemary Oil

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Studies have found that lavender and rosemary essential oils contain anti-anxiety properties to reduce stress and anxiety.

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Eucalyptus Oil

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Eucalyptus oil possesses anti-anxiety properties to help decrease symptoms of stress. Studies have also found the positive effects of eucalyptus oil on anxiety and stress.

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Chamomile Oil

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Chamomile oil is known for its soothing and calming properties. It has been found that inhaling chamomile oil can help you deal with various conditions like anxiety and stress.

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Jasmine Oil

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The exotic and floral aroma of jasmine oil can help you deal with stress and anxiety. You can either add jasmine oil to a warm bath or apply it to your wrists or temples.

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Lavender Oil

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One of the most popular aromatherapy oils, lavender oil has a relaxing effect on your nervous system which can help mitigate stress and calm anxiety.

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Rose Oil

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More than just aesthetics, rose petals contain properties that can help reduce anxiety. You can mix it with coconut oil and apply it to your skin.

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5 research-backed health benefits of essential oils

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