Aromatherapy Recipes to Ease Fear

Essential Oil Blends to Help Ease Feelings of Fear

The four essential oil blends offered here can be helpful for easing the powerful feelings of fear.

To the best of my knowledge at the time that I originally formulated these blends, there are limited reputable studies conducted regarding the use of essential oils to ease fear outside of a medical/clincal setting. However, I want to offer some suggestions as essential oils definitely have the potential to assist. The essential oils selected for these blends are based on essential oils that have the potential for illiciting a soothing and calming effect on the nervous system.

Everyone is different, so blends don't always exhibit the same emotional response for everyone. Use these blends as a source of inspiration for finding the essential oils and blends that work best for you.

When selecting and using essential oils, be sure to follow all safety precautions and remember that aromatherapy should not be used as a substitute for proper medical treatment.

Blend #1

Suitable for Times When You Also Need to Be Energized

2 drops Sweet Orange
2 drops Yuzu

Blend #2

Suitable for Times When You Need To Be Relaxed and Calm

2 drops Clary Sage
2 drops Roman Chamomile
1 drop Vetiver

Blend #3

3 drops Sandalwood
2 drops Sweet Orange

Blend #4

1 drops Jasmine or 1 drops Neroli
2 drops Frankincense
2 drop Clary Sage

Directions

Select one of the blends shown above. Then, choose which method you'd like to use and follow the directions below.

Diffuser Master Blend

Multiply your blend by 4 to obtain a total of 20 drops of your chosen blend. Add your oils to a dark colored glass bottle and mix well by rolling the bottle in between your hands. Add the appropriate number of drops from your created blend to your diffuser by following the manufacturer's instructions for your diffuser brand and model. Some essential oils such as thick oils or citrus oils aren't compatible with all diffuser types.

Essential Oil Inhaler Blend

Multiply your blend by 3 to obtain a total of 15 drops of your chosen blend. Continue by reading to the Essential Oil Inhaler Blends page and using the 15 drop blend in place of the suggested blends shown on the page.

Air Freshener

Multiply your blend by 6 to obtain a total of 30 drops of your chosen blend. Continue by using the 30 drop blend in the Air Freshener recipe.

Additional Essential Oil Suggestions

Visit the Aromatherapy for Emotional Well-Being article for a list of oils that may help with this condition and for information on using aromatherapy to support and balance your emotional outlook.

General Safety Information

These recipes are offered for educational purposes only. Before using any essential oil, carefully read AromaWeb's Essential Oil Safety Information page. For in-depth information on oil safety issues, read Essential Oil Safety by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young. Do not take any oils internally and do not apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes, CO2s or other concentrated essences onto the skin without advanced essential oil knowledge or consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. For general dilution information, read AromaWeb's Guide to Diluting Essential Oils. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils with children and consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children, the elderly, if you have medical issues or are taking medications.

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