Let’s talk about Fragrance
Now let’s talk about the scent part of the equation. You can achieve a relaxed mind that promotes sleep through the use of essential oils. Essential oils are volatile essences that are extracted from plants, roots, leaves, fruits etc. by steam, distillation, expression, or extraction. Certain oils have been scientifically proven to relieve stress and relax the body and mind. The essential oils that are best for relaxation and sleep are:

• Lavender, Geranium, Rose Maroc

• Marjoram, Rosewood, Clary Sage

• Neroli, Petitgrain, Sandalwood

• Chamomile, Vetiver

Now that you know some of the essential oils that are best for relaxation, you can easily use them before you go to bed for a fragrant night time experience. You can blend about 16 drops of the oils together, add water, put in a misting bottle and spray your sheets, pillowcases, nightgown or pajamas. Spray at a distance because the oils may stain the fabric. You might take other oils from the list and drop in a small electric diffuser plugged into the wall. It will dispense scent throughout the evening.

You may want to take some of your favorite oils and mix them with an unscented lotion for a romantic relaxing massage before going to bed. Doesn’t that sound like just the thing to relieve stress? You can also use oils dropped in a hot bath. The steam will cause the aroma to drift into the air, relaxing you as you soak your cares away.

Now combine the luxurious bedding you have chosen and your favorite fragrance into one stress relieving experience. Let me paint the picture for you. Your choice of bedding is 300 thread count Egyptian cotton sheets in a soft pink or green. You have a mattress that has new high tech memory foam and a down comforter with a reversible pink and green duvet cover. You have just come out of a hot bath where you added neroli and geranium. You are now ready for bed in your satin or flannel pajamas that have been sprayed with chamomile. Your electric diffuser is filling your bedroom with the scent of French lavender. You spend almost a third of your life in bed and you deserve the best. Follow some of these ideas and you are well on your way to the best night sleep of your life.