How to Choose the Right Essential Oil to Calm Stress & Find Rest
We’ve all had those days—stress piles up, your mind won’t stop racing, or you just can’t seem to unwind. Essential oils can be a powerful way to bring calm, reduce stress, and create a sense of balance.
But with so many options, how do you choose the right one?
The secret lies in asking: “How do I want to feel?”
Why Blends Work Best
Single essential oils are powerful, but blends often create a richer, multi-layered effect. By combining oils that work on different emotional pathways, they don’t just help you feel calm—they also support stability, clarity, and deeper rest.
How Calm Do You Want to Feel?
Think of calm as a spectrum:
- Centered Calm → balanced, steady, and still alert.
- Deep Calm → quieting the mind, releasing tension, and preparing for true rest.
Where you want to land on this spectrum helps you decide which blend is right for you.
Choosing the Right Oil or Blend
Once you know where you want to land on the calm spectrum, here are four go-to blends:
🌙 For Deep Rest & Relaxation: Serenity Restful Blend
If you want to wind down before bed and slip into restful sleep, choose Serenity Restful Blend.
- Lavender relaxes the body and calms the mind.
- Roman Chamomile soothes tension for deeper rest.
- Cedarwood and Vetiver ground you for sustained, restorative sleep.
- Ho Wood adds gentle tranquility, while Vanilla softens with a warm, comforting sweetness.
Perfect for nighttime rituals or anytime you need deep rest.
To purchase Serenity Resting Blend, click here
🌼 For Gentle Rest & Relaxation: Calmer Restful Blend
If you want a softer, ready-to-use option, choose Calmer Restful Blend.
This blend comes in a pre-diluted roll-on with Fractionated Coconut Oil, making it gentle on the skin and easy to apply—no diffuser needed. Fractionated Coconut Oil reduces sensitivity while extending the soothing effect.
- Lavender eases the mind and body.
- Roman Chamomile quiets tension and promotes rest.
- Buddha Wood provides grounding comfort.
- Cananga uplifts the heart with a soft floral sweetness.
Part of the Kids Collection, but ideal for adults who want a gentle, nurturing oil for rest.
To purchase Calmer Restful Blend, click here
🌲 For Centering & Grounding: Balance Grounding Blend
If you need to steady your emotions and feel present, choose Balance Grounding Blend.
- Spruce creates a forest-like calm and stabilizes the mood.
- Ho Wood and Blue Chamomile bring gentle relaxation.
- Blue Tansy eases stress with a soothing, mellow depth.
- Frankincense sharpens mindfulness and promotes clarity.
Ideal for workdays, meditation, or when you want to feel calm yet alert.
To purchase Balance Grounding Blend, click here
🌿 For Everyday Calm & Flexibility: Adaptiv Calming Blend
If you want calm without losing energy, choose Adaptiv Calming Blend.
- Copaiba stabilizes emotions with a gentle grounding effect.
- Lavender and Neroli soothe stress without sedation.
- Wild Orange and Spearmint uplift mood with optimism.
Perfect for daily use when you want to manage stress while staying functional and energized.
To purchase Adaptiv calming blend, click here
Choosing the right oil isn’t about following a strict formula—it’s about tuning into yourself. Ask:
👉 “Do I need calm to rest, calm to center, or calm to keep going?”
From there, let your mood guide your choice. Whether it’s Serenity, Balance, Adaptiv or Calmer, each blend offers a unique pathway to calm, peace, and renewal.
To see all the different calming & relaxing oils, click here