Sleep sprays make a lovely, simple addition to your nighttime routine. I’ve been enjoying these six sleep spray recipes — they help create a calm space for a better night’s rest. Made from everyday ingredients and a few soothing essential oils, they’re easy to mix up at home. Keep reading for my favorite pillow and room spray blends!
This post is sponsored by NOW Foods. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I get completely frustrated when I can’t fall asleep. Lying awake, watching the minutes tick by, tossing and turning — it’s the worst. We all deal with it sometimes, whether from stress, exhaustion, or just feeling too wired. Lately I’ve been focusing on making sleep a priority, and I’ve noticed a big difference when I stick to a routine. One of my favorite tricks for falling asleep faster is aromatherapy.
Aromatherapy isn’t a cure-all for sleep problems, but it’s a useful way to signal your body that it’s time to relax. Some essential oils are especially calming and can help set the mood for sleep.
Essential oils I keep on hand for sleep:
– Lavender
– Ylang ylang
– Bergamot
– Chamomile
– Cedarwood
– Sandalwood
– Vetiver
– Frankincense
I use these oils in diffusers and in room and pillow sprays. I prefer NOW Foods oils — they’re high quality, rigorously tested, and a great value. NOW Foods has an in-house lab to test products and ensure they meet industry standards (you can learn more about my facility tour). Because they buy in bulk and sell directly, they can offer lower prices on pure essential oils, which is a win for anyone who loves using them.
Use code AMBER for 20% off at nowfoods.com — that’s where I buy all my oils.
These sprays are perfect to spritz on your bedding or in your room right before sleep. I love that they’re made with natural ingredients, are quick to make, and cost very little. Many store-bought sprays are full of preservatives and questionable ingredients, so I sleep easier (pun intended) knowing these are simple and safe.
A couple of spritzes at bedtime is a gentle cue for your body to wind down. Building bedtime routines and small rituals can help reduce the time spent awake in bed and increase the time you actually sleep.
How to make each spray:
Start with 1 ounce witch hazel or vodka plus 1 ounce distilled water in a small spray bottle. Add the essential oils listed for each recipe, then shake well before each use.
Sleep spray recipes
Dreamland
– 10 drops lavender
– 5 drops orange
– 5 drops chamomile
Sweet Dreams
– 10 drops lavender
– 10 drops chamomile
Sleepy Time
– 12 drops lavender
– 4 drops ylang ylang
– 8 drops bergamot
Lullaby
– 10 drops lavender
– 10 drops cedarwood
Ocean Waves
– 10 drops rosemary
– 10 drops lavender
– 3 drops lemongrass
Meditation
– 5 drops sandalwood
– 4 drops lavender
– 3 drops frankincense
– 3 drops geranium
To use: Shake well and spritz lightly on your pillow, sheets, or around your sleeping area.
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Caution: Essential oils are highly concentrated and can irritate the skin. Use them with care and follow dilution guidance; do not exceed the amounts listed in these recipes. For adult use only. Keep out of reach of children. Not for internal use. Avoid contact with eyes.
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