The EastCoaster

By: Brianna McAleer

Fall is most definitely a season of the scents. Our living spaces are pretty much never complete without the aromatic scent of apples or pumpkin spice during this time of year. Commonly, fall-scented candles are a popular item at stores. While candles are a great option for setting the fall vibe in your living space, diffusing essential oils can holistically improve your health and mental state. Different essential oil blends yield different results for your health. For example, diffusing peppermint oil with lemon oil can help to heal a headache, while diffusing lavender oil can be used to reduce anxiety. In order to understand how to aromatically use fall-themed essential oil blends, follow our guide below. 

*The following types of oils are derived from Young Living essential oils. We have come up with our own recommendations for essential oil blend recipes. * 

Fall-themed essential oil blends to diffuse: 

Pumpkin Spice: 

• 2 drops of nutmeg 
• 1 drop of clove 
• 1 drop of cinnamon bark 
• 1 drop of ginger  

While this blend will set the fall ambiance in your living space, it will also help to improve your digestion and boost your immunity. Diffuse this warm blend at any time of the day. 

Autumn Morning: 

• 2 drops of Frankincense 
• 2 drops of Orange 
• 1 drop of Lemon 

Looking for a scent to wake up your senses? This blend is perfect to diffuse while you’re waking up and making breakfast. Frankincense combined with citrus oils helps to relieve congestion and revitalize your mind. 

Lazy Leaves: 

• 3 drops of Thieves 
• 2 drop of Lavender
• 1 drop of Eucalyptus 

This blend is sure to help you relax, unwind, and become present in the season of fall. Thieves helps to boost your immunity, while Eucalyptus and Lavender aim to reduce tension and anxiety within your body. This blend is great to diffuse on a lazy Sunday afternoon. 

Find what essential oil blends work best for you! Open up yourself to the wondrous scents of fall. Maybe create your own recipes like we did!

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