Essential Oils for CNS sedative (Calming or Sleep Inducing):

Of the Central Nervous System (CNS) Sedatives the most famous essential oil for pain relief and relaxation is Lavender which is used in pharmacy, phytotherapy and aromatherapy to treat central nervous system disorders, such as anxiety, stress, and sleep disorders. It is one of the best-selling natural remedies and a common therapeutic tool for physiotherapists and chiropractors.

Knowing which essences have which properties helps the therapist select the right ones to make the most effective massage blend for an individual client. The properties found in the sedative essences are:

• Analgesic: German and Roman chamomile, lavender and sweet marjoram
• Anti-depressant: bergamot, clary sage, lavender, lemon, geranium and flowers
• Anti-inflammatory: German chamomile, helichrysum, yarrow
• Anti-rheumatics: German chamomile, lemon, sweet marjoram and pine
• Anti-spasmodics: Roman chamomile, clary sage, lavender, sweet marjoram and yarrow
• Detoxifiers (especially for joint pain): carrot seed, lemon and sweet fennel
• Nervines (for stress relief): Roman chamomile, bergamot, lavender, sweet marjoram, neroli (orange blossom) and vetiver
• Rubefacients (for increased circulation): juniper berry, spike lavender and sweet marjoram
• Soporific (sleep inducing): jasmine, lavender, sweet marjoram, neroli and orange