Raise your hand if you got eight or nine hours of peaceful, happy sleep last night and woke up feeling refreshed. Anybody? Anybody? You’re not alone! The National Sleep Foundation reports most women get far less than the recommended eight hours of sleep a night–and I understand why!
If it’s not little ones keeping me up, it’s my mind racing with work or anxiety, random body aches or pains, hormones going haywire, or just plain ‘ol insomnia. And if I’m sick or my kids are sick–forget about it!
How Deep Sleep Diffuser Blends Can Help You
Fortunately, I have essential oils. These little bottles contain some powerful properties–many of which have been used for thousands of years and have been studied extensively by modern medicine. I’m sharing some of my favorite oils and deep sleep diffuser blends below.
These deep sleep diffuser blends can:
- Calm anxiety
- Soothe a racing mind
- Help you relax after a stressful day
- Ease body aches and pains
- Help you fall into deep sleep quickly
- Limit wakeups at night
- Help with breathing and pain if you’re sick
Does Diffusing Lavender Help You Sleep?
Yes! Studies have found lavender can help with anxiety, postpartum depression, insomnia, and more–basically all of the things keeping you from feeling great in the morning. Lavender is one of my favorite oils because it’s so easy to use, it smells amazing, it pairs beautifully with other oils, and it has so many uses.
However, it’s not the only oil I like to use in a deep sleep diffuser blend!
Best Essential Oil Blends for Sleep Without Lavender?
Here are a few more oils besides lavender to turn to for sleep problems:
- Cedarwood has a sedative effect as well as an anti-anxiety effect. It has a wonderful, woodsy scent that makes a great base for lighter, more floral scents.
- Valerian is sometimes called “nature’s Valium”–it’s been used for thousands of years to help with insomnia.
- Neroli oil is made from the flowers of the bitter orange tree. It helps reduce pain, discomfort, and anxiety, and has even been proven to help reduce pain and anxiety for women in labor.
- Ylang ylang comes from a plant native to the Philippines and Indonesia. It is very high in linalool, which is thought to influence the limbic system (the nervous system) to calm stress levels, high blood pressure, and high heart rates.
- Roman chamomile–the same herb you might be sipping in your tea every night–has been used to help promote sleep since ancient times but even today, people who use chamomile sleep significantly better than people who don’t!
What Should I Diffuse at Bedtime?
Here are all the oils you can use to create deep sleep diffuser blends:
- Lavender
- Cedarwood
- Vetiver
- Patchouli
- Roman chamomile
- Bergamot
- Ylang ylang
- Frankincense
- Sandalwood
- Clary sage
- Palmarosa
- Rose
- Cypress
- Petitgrain
- Juniper berry
- Marjoram
- Thyme
- Lime
- Peppermint
How Much Deep Sleep Diffuser Blend Should I Use?
We reccomend using about 3-5 drops of oil per 100mL of water, but always double check your diffuser’s instructions!
So, let’s say you have a large diffuser that holds 500mL of water–you can use as many as 15-25 drops of essential oils (though you can adjust down if you want).
Can You Sleep With an Aromatherapy Diffuser On?
Yes, as long as your diffuser has an automatic shutoff when it runs out of water. Some diffusers also have timers so they turn off after a certain amount of time.
If you don’t want to diffuse essential oils for sleep, you can check out this post for learning how to roll on oils for sleep topically!
How Do You Use Calming Sleep Blend Oils?
Deep sleep diffuser blends are extremely versatile. You can:
- make up your own diffuser blend ahead of time and store in a dropper bottle, like this limited edition bottle
- make a lovey spray or linen spray to use for yourself or your little ones just before bed
- dilute with a carrier oil like fractionated coconut oil or jojoba oil and use a DIY roller to make your own roll on blend (simply roll on the bottom of your feet, the inside of your wrists, and/or your temple right before bed)
- use in the bath for a relaxing soak before bed
- pair with crystals for extra help sleeping
Tips for Making Your Own Deep Sleep Diffuser Blends
There’s no right or wrong way to combine oils when you’re making your own deep sleep diffuser blends, but you do want to make sure you avoid oils like rosemary that will have an invigorating effect. Basically, if it smells good to you and you start to feel relaxed as soon as you smell it, it’s doing its job.
What Essential Oils Are Good to Diffuse for Sleep? Here Are My Go-To Deep Sleep Diffuser Blends!
Here are my favorite deep sleep diffuser blends using essential oils for relaxation and sleep. Remember you can adjust the number of drops up or down depending on your diffuser size and personal preference!
1. Sweet Winter Dreams
Vetiver has warming, grounding properties, so this is a great blend for winter or fall, or if you’re feeling disconnected.
- 4 drops lavender
- 2 drops cedarwood
- 2 drops vetiver
2. Sleep All Night
Looking for sleep diffuser blends with patchouli? I’ve got you covered! Patchouli has a more “masculine” scent, which might appeal to you, especially if you don’t care for lavender.
- 3 drops cedarwood
- 3 drops patchouli
- 2 drops Roman chamomile
3. Good Night
Lavender, bergamot, and ylang ylang create a sophisticated floral aroma that will have your eyes closing before your head hits the pillow!
- 4 drops lavender
- 3 drops bergamot
- 1 drop ylang ylang
4. Soothing Slumber
Lavender, cedarwood, and frankincense are a classic sweet-dreams combo. If you crave the grounding of cedarwood and the mood-balancing of frankincense, you’ll love this deep sleep diffuser blend!
- 4 drops lavender
- 3 drops cedarwood
- 2 drops frankincense
5. Sleep Tight
Clary Sage is known for its hormone-stabilizing properties, so this is a great blend to try if your insomnia is related to hormonal changes.
- 4 drops lavender
- 2 drops sandalwood
- 2 drops clary sage
6. Spa Slumber
This blend utilizes a scent you’re familiar with–lavender–but pairs it with the more exotic, spicy aroma of vetiver, palmarosa, and rose. These are all amazing oils and will make you feel like you’re at a luxurious spa!
- 2 drops lavender
- 2 drops vetiver
- 2 drops palmarosa
- 2 drops rose
7. Power Down
If you want a sleep diffuser blend without lavender, this is a great blend for you. It stays sophisticated, thanks to the bergamot.
- 3 drops clary sage
- 2 drops bergamot
- 2 drops cypress
8. Delicious Dreams
Petitgrain is made from the leaves of the bitter orange tree. It’s an unusual oil, but it’s known traditionally for its relaxing power. If you have it, give it a try!
- 2 drops petitgrain
- 2 drops clary sage
- 1 drops sandalwood
9. Sleep for Daaaayyyyssss
Juniper berry is a wintry alternative to cedarwood, and just as effective at ushering you into a deeper state of relaxation.
- 3 drops juniper berry
- 3 drops bergamot
- 2 drops vetiver
10. Liquid Sleep
Marjoram is a surprisingly effective choice for this blend. It’s been used for thousands of years for everything from coughs to headaches to nerve pain. If it’s pain that keeps you from sleeping, try this blend.
- 2 drops cedarwood
- 2 drops lavender
- 2 drops marjoram
11. Sleepy Thyme
Thyme and marjoram sound like they should be in your pantry, not by your bedside, by these two herbs have been proven helpful to relaxation, calming, and sleep for thousands of years now.
- 1 drop thyme
- 1 drop marjoram
12. Night at the Spa
This is a fun blend! The peppermint and lime traditionally are invigorating, but when paired with lavender, they become relaxing. Peppermint is also great to diffuse if you’re congested and having trouble breathing.
- 3 drops lavender
- 2 drops lime
- 2 drops peppermint
Young Living Deep Sleep Diffuser Blends
Young Living oils for sleep are great! Here are some Young Living diffuser blends you might love:
13. The Unicorn Blend
This blend is known in Young Living circles for being amazing at helping to calm little ones, especially at bedtime!
- 3 drops Valor
- 3 drops Stress Away
- 3 drops frankincense
- 3 drops bergamot
14. Gentle Baby Sleep
Not all oils are safe for the littlest ones, but this Gentle Baby blend from Young Living is–and it’s amazing at helping babies calm and settle. It also works great for all ages, including adults.
- 3 drops Gentle Baby
- 2 drops lavender
15. Peace and Calming Sleepytime
If you have Peace and Calming on hand, pair it with cedarwood and lavender for a luscious sleep-all-night diffuser recipe.
- 3 drops Peace and Calming
- 1 drop cedarwood
- 1 drop lavender
16. Feel Good Tonight
Panaway and frankincense join forces to help ease pain, discomfort, and stress. If you’re having trouble sleeping because you don’t feel well, this is an excellent blend to try.
- 3 drops frankincense
- 3 drops Panaway
- 3 drops Raven
- 3 drops Stress Away
17. Less Stress More Sleep
Stress Away blends with other powerful stress-fighting oils to help your mind calm, your thoughts stop racing, and your heart rate calm.
- 3 drops lavender
- 2 drops Stress Away
- 2 drops frankincense
DoTERRA Deep Sleep Diffuser Blends
These sleep diffuser blends with DoTERRA oils are some of our favorites when it comes to DoTERRA sleep blends!
18. Serene Sleep
Serenity is a DoTERRA blend that combines deep sleep powerhouses: lavender, cedarwood, ylang ylang, Roman chamomile, and more. This is a great combo for when you want your blend mixed for you!
- 3 drops vetiver
- 3 drops Serenity
19. Sleep Easy
If illness or difficulty breathing because of congestion is the reason you’re having trouble sleeping, this blend will help open your breathing passageways and relax into deep, healing sleep.
- 2 drops lavender
- 2 drops frankincense
- 2 drops Easy Air
20. Peaceful Slumber
Peace from DoTERRA helps to calm anxiety; combined with ylang ylang and bergamot, this blend is a great option for people having trouble with anxious thoughts.
- 2 drops Peace
- 2 drops ylang ylang
- 2 drops bergamot
21. Sleep Well
The addition of DoTERRA’s On Guard blend boosts immunity and gives the blend a Christmas aroma–perfect for diffusing during flu season!
- 2 drops Serenity
- 2 drops On Guard
- 2 drops Breathe
These deep sleep diffuser blends aren’t the only blends you can use for great sleep–but they’re some of my favorites! What do you diffuse to help with sleep? Tell me in the comments below!
